Collective Nouns 3 Quiz
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A......................of bacteria was found in one spot on the table.
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Herd
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Culture
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Pack
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Band
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About This Quiz
The 'COLLECTIVE NOUNS 3 QUIZ' assesses knowledge of collective nouns for various animals and entities. Participants identify correct terms for groups like antelopes, baboons, and bacteria, enhancing vocabulary and grammatical precision in English.
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The tourists saw a.........................of crocodiles on the bank of the river.
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Herd
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Congregation
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Pack
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Army
Correct Answer
A. CongregationExplanation
The word "congregation" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to refer to a group of people gathered for religious worship, but it can also be used to describe a group of animals gathered together. In this context, it suggests that the tourists saw a large group of crocodiles gathered on the bank of the river. The other options - herd, pack, and army - are not typically used to describe a group of crocodiles.Rate this question:
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The people stopped the car to let a.................of baboons cross the road.
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Herd
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Pack
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Tribe
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Band
Correct Answer
A. TribeExplanation
The word "tribe" is the most appropriate choice for the given sentence. A tribe is a social group of people who share common ancestry, customs, and traditions. In this context, it implies that the people stopped the car to allow a group of baboons, who are known to live and move together in tribes, to cross the road. The other options, such as "herd," "pack," and "band," are more commonly associated with other animals like cattle, wolves, or musicians, respectively.Rate this question:
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There were a ..................of buck under the trees.
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Herd
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Brace
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Pack
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Band
Correct Answer
A. BraceExplanation
The word "brace" is the correct answer because it refers to a group of animals, specifically deer, that are together. In this context, it suggests that there were a group of bucks (male deer) under the trees. The other options, such as "herd," "pack," and "band," are not typically used to describe a group of bucks.Rate this question:
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The children saw an.....................of caterpillars on the plant.
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Army
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Tribe
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Pack
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Band
Correct Answer
A. ArmyExplanation
The word "army" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to describe a large group of caterpillars. The word "army" suggests a sense of organization and unity, which is often seen in the behavior of caterpillars when they move together in a coordinated manner. The other options, such as "tribe," "pack," and "band," do not typically refer to a group of caterpillars.Rate this question:
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The.....................of cobras were found in a cave.
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Swarm
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Quiver
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Army
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Nest
Correct Answer
A. QuiverExplanation
A group of cobras is commonly referred to as a "quiver." Therefore, the correct answer is "quiver."Rate this question:
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A...................of beavers were found near the river.
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Herd
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Pack
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Tribe
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Colony
Correct Answer
A. ColonyExplanation
The term "colony" is the most appropriate word to describe a group of beavers. It is commonly used to refer to a group of animals, especially when they live together in a specific area. In the case of beavers, they are known to live in close proximity to rivers and create dams and lodges. Therefore, "colony" accurately captures the social structure and behavior of beavers.Rate this question:
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We noticed a ..............of antelope in the distance.
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Herd
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Pack
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Tribe
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Band
Correct Answer
A. HerdExplanation
The correct answer is "herd" because when referring to a group of antelope, the term "herd" is commonly used. It is the most appropriate and commonly accepted collective noun for a group of antelope. The other options, such as "pack," "tribe," and "band," are not typically used to describe a group of antelope.Rate this question:
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I noticed a...................... of butterflies in the fields.
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Flight
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Army
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Swarm
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Flock
Correct Answer
A. SwarmExplanation
The word "swarm" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to describe a large group of butterflies. The other options, such as flight, army, and flock, do not accurately describe a gathering of butterflies. Therefore, "swarm" is the most appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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The hen was followed by her.....................of chicks.
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Litter
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Pack
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Gaggle
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Clutch
Correct Answer
A. ClutchExplanation
The term "clutch" is used to refer to a group of chicks that are following their mother hen. This term is commonly used to describe a group of baby birds, especially chickens, that are hatched and raised together. Therefore, "clutch" is the most appropriate term to describe the group of chicks following the hen.Rate this question:
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