Collective Nouns Quiz: Grammar Test!

15 Questions | By Trishigee | Last updated: Mar 21, 2022 | Total Attempts: 1058

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Collective Nouns Quiz: Grammar Test! - Quiz

Do you understand what a collective noun is? A collective noun is a compilation of things taken as a whole. Most collective nouns in ordinary speech are not specific to one type of item. You could say that you adopted a group of adorable little furry kittens. The s at the end of the kitten signifies that it is more than one. Play our quiz and demonstrate your knowledge of collective nouns.

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1.

The team _____ on the field.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
2.

The team _____ showering.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
3.

His family _____ in that house.
- A.
  
  Live
- B.
  
  Lives
4.

His family _____ living in various parts of Canada.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
5.

The jury _____ in the courtroom.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
6.

The jury _____ still debating the case.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
7.

The tongs ____ by the fireplace.
- A.
  
  Was
- B.
  
  Were
8.

Tweezers _____ useful when handling stamps.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
9.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer _____ liked by us all.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
10.

RL Stevenson’s books _____ worth reading.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
11.

The ship’s crew ______ a mixed group of different nationalities.
- A.
  
  Was
- B.
  
  Were
12.

A pair of scissors ____ in the drawer.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
13.

The committee _____ divided on the issue.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
14.

The class _____ a bright one.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are
15.

The class ______ a mixed lot.
- A.
  
  Is
- B.
  
  Are