Exercise 3: Plural And Singular Form
Correct the inappropriate plural or singular form in the space provided.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
He takes part in a lot of extracurricular activitys.
Explanation
The given correct answer for this question is "activities" because it is the correct spelling of the word. The word "activitys" is incorrect as the plural form of "activity" is "activities".Rate this question:
- 2.
I always put three teaspoon of sugar in my coffee.
Explanation
The given correct answer is "teaspoons". In the sentence, the speaker mentions that they always put "three teaspoon of sugar" in their coffee. The word "teaspoon" is the correct singular form of the unit of measurement for sugar. Since the speaker mentions using three of these units, the correct plural form is "teaspoons".Rate this question:
- 3.
The field is full of sheeps.
- 4.
The thief was wearing jean.
Explanation
The correct answer is "jeans" because it is the plural form of "jean." The sentence states that the thief was wearing "jean," which indicates that they were wearing a single pair of jeans. Therefore, the correct answer is "jeans" as it matches the plural form mentioned in the sentence.Rate this question:
- 5.
Money cannot buy happinesses.
- 6.
They want to finish the job themself.
Explanation
The correct answer is "themselves" because it is the reflexive pronoun that correctly matches the subject "They." The sentence implies that the individuals mentioned want to complete the task on their own, without any external assistance.Rate this question:
- 7.
How many piece of cheese would you like?
- 8.
A mice was hiding under the table.
Explanation
The given sentence states that "A mice was hiding under the table." The word "mice" is incorrect as it is the plural form of "mouse." The correct singular form of the word is "mouse." Therefore, the correct answer is "mouse."Rate this question:
- 9.
Three passerbys were shot in the raid.
Explanation
The correct answer is "passerbies." The word "passerbys" is incorrect because the plural form of "passerby" is "passerbies." In this sentence, it is stated that three individuals who were passing by were shot during the raid. Therefore, the correct spelling of the plural form should be "passerbies."Rate this question:
- 10.
Put on more cloth or you will get a cold.
Explanation
The correct answer is "clothes" because the sentence is discussing the need to wear more clothing in order to avoid catching a cold. By adding the letter "s" to "cloth," it becomes "clothes," which is the correct plural form of the word and fits the context of the sentence. Wearing more clothes can help keep the body warm and protect against cold weather or illness.Rate this question:
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