Mr. Croy's Online Verb Quiz Over Notes
Testing out ProProf for a review on WiredEducator and making a short quiz on verbs. I will actually use this quiz with my students to see how easy it is to create a quiz and how easy it is for them to log on and take it. �
Questions and Answers
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Who or what the sentence is about is called:
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Prepositional phrase
- D.
Direct Object
- E.
Indirect Object
- F.
Predicate Noun
Correct Answer
A. SubjectExplanation
The subject of a sentence is the person, thing, or idea that the sentence is about. It typically performs the action or is being described in the sentence. In this case, the correct answer is "Subject" because it refers to who or what the sentence is about.Rate this question:
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- 2.
There are two main types of verbs in sentences
- A.
Here and there verbs
- B.
Transitive and intransitive
- C.
Action and linking
- D.
Predicate noun and predicate adjective
- E.
Direct and indirect
Correct Answer
C. Action and linkingExplanation
The correct answer is "action and linking." This is because action verbs express an action or movement performed by the subject, while linking verbs connect the subject to a word or phrase that renames or describes it. These two types of verbs are essential in understanding the function and meaning of a sentence.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Another name for verb is:
Correct Answer
PredicateExplanation
This has to be spelled correctly.Rate this question:
- 4.
This is what the subject IS, HAS, DOES, or FEELS
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
Correct Answer
B. Verb -
- 5.
The direct object has to be placed after the verb.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
In English grammar, the direct object is a noun or pronoun that receives the action of the verb directly. It answers the question "what" or "whom" after the verb. The correct placement of the direct object is after the verb. This is because the direct object is the recipient of the action being performed by the subject. Placing it after the verb ensures clarity and proper sentence structure. Therefore, the statement "The direct object has to be placed after the verb" is true.Rate this question:
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- 6.
A sentence must have a subject, verb, and a prepositional phrase.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
This statement is false because a sentence does not necessarily need to have a prepositional phrase. A sentence must have a subject and a verb, but the inclusion of a prepositional phrase is optional. A prepositional phrase adds additional information to a sentence, but it is not a requirement for a sentence to be considered grammatically correct. Therefore, the statement is false.Rate this question:
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- 7.
We eliminate prepositional phrases because we know the following cannot hide in them:
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
- E.
Predicate nouns
- F.
Predicate adjectives
- G.
All of the above
- H.
Just subjects and verbs
Correct Answer
G. All of the aboveExplanation
The correct answer is "all of the above". Prepositional phrases in a sentence do not contain the subject, verb, direct object, indirect object, predicate nouns, or predicate adjectives. By eliminating prepositional phrases, we can narrow down and identify these key elements in a sentence.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Identify the underlined word in this sentence:Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
- E.
Part of the prepositional phrase
Correct Answer
A. SubjectExplanation
In this sentence, the underlined word "Bob" is the subject. The subject is the noun or pronoun that performs the action or is being described in the sentence. In this case, "Bob" is the noun that bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Identify the underlined word in this sentence:Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
- E.
Part of the prepositional phrase
Correct Answer
B. VerbExplanation
The underlined word "bought" is the correct answer because it is the action word in the sentence. It shows what Bob did, which is purchasing a balloon for Brenda at the ballgame.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Identify the underlined word in this sentence:Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
- E.
Part of the prepositional phrase
Correct Answer
D. Indirect objectExplanation
The underlined word "Brenda" in the sentence "Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame" is the indirect object. The indirect object is the recipient of the direct object, in this case, the balloon. It answers the question "to whom" or "for whom" the action is being done. In this sentence, Brenda is the person who receives the balloon from Bob.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Identify the underlined word in this sentence:Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
- E.
Part of the prepositional phrase
Correct Answer
C. Direct objectExplanation
In the given sentence, "Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame," the underlined word "balloon" is the direct object. It is the noun that receives the action of the verb "bought." Bob bought what? A balloon. Therefore, "balloon" is the direct object in this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Identify the underlined word in this sentence:Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
- E.
Part of the prepositional phrase
Correct Answer
E. Part of the prepositional pHraseExplanation
In the given sentence, "at the ballgame" is a prepositional phrase that provides additional information about where Bob bought the balloon for Brenda. The underlined word "at" is a preposition, and the entire prepositional phrase functions as an adverbial modifier. Therefore, the correct answer is "part of the prepositional phrase."Rate this question:
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- 13.
Identify the underlined word in this sentence:Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Verb
- C.
Direct object
- D.
Indirect object
- E.
Part of the prepositional phrase
Correct Answer
E. Part of the prepositional pHraseExplanation
The underlined word "at" in the sentence "Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame" is part of the prepositional phrase "at the ballgame." Prepositional phrases provide additional information about the location, time, or manner of an action. In this case, the prepositional phrase "at the ballgame" tells us where Bob bought Brenda a balloon.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Is the verb in this sentence TRANSITIVE, INTRANSITIVE or LINKING?Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame.
- A.
TRANSITIVE
- B.
INTRANSITIVE
- C.
LINKING VERB
Correct Answer
A. TRANSITIVEExplanation
The verb "bought" in the sentence "Bob bought Brenda a balloon at the ballgame" is transitive. This is because it takes a direct object "a balloon" and an indirect object "Brenda". The verb "bought" shows an action that is being done to the direct object "a balloon" and the indirect object "Brenda" is the recipient of the action.Rate this question:
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- 15.
A verb that has a direct object is called what type of verb? (Please identify the BEST answer.)
- A.
Linking
- B.
Transitive
- C.
Intransitive
- D.
Action
Correct Answer
B. TransitiveExplanation
A verb that has a direct object is called a transitive verb. Transitive verbs are those that require a direct object to complete their meaning. The direct object is the noun or pronoun that receives the action of the verb. In contrast, intransitive verbs do not require a direct object to complete their meaning. They can stand alone without a direct object. Therefore, the correct answer is transitive.Rate this question:
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- 16.
A verb that connects two ideas in a sentence is called what type of verb? (Please identify the BEST answer.)
- A.
Action
- B.
Transitive
- C.
Linking
- D.
Intransitive
- E.
Predicate
Correct Answer
C. LinkingExplanation
A verb that connects two ideas in a sentence is called a linking verb. Unlike action verbs that show physical or mental action, linking verbs connect the subject of the sentence to a noun, pronoun, or adjective that renames or describes it. Linking verbs do not show action but rather establish a relationship between the subject and the rest of the sentence. Examples of linking verbs include "is," "are," "was," "were," "become," "seem," and "feel."Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which of the following is NOT a linking verb?
- A.
Is
- B.
Were
- C.
Skip
Correct Answer
C. SkipExplanation
A linking verb is a verb that connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective. In this case, "is" and "were" are both examples of linking verbs because they connect the subject to a complement. However, "skip" is not a linking verb as it does not perform this function. Instead, "skip" is an action verb that indicates a physical action or movement.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Which of the following is NOT a linking verb?
- A.
Am
- B.
On
- C.
Are
Correct Answer
B. OnExplanation
The word "on" is not a linking verb. Linking verbs are used to connect the subject of a sentence to a noun, pronoun, or adjective that renames or describes it. Examples of linking verbs include "am" and "are." However, "on" does not function as a linking verb in this context.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Identify the underlined word in the following sentence: Katniss shot an arrow at the Gamemakers.
- A.
Linking verb
- B.
Transitive verb
- C.
Intransitive verb
Correct Answer
B. Transitive verbExplanation
The underlined word "shot" is a transitive verb in this sentence. It shows that Katniss performed the action of shooting, and the arrow is the direct object of the verb.Rate this question:
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- 20.
The subject of a sentence is always a noun.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The subject of a sentence is the noun or noun phrase that performs the action or is being described in the sentence. It is the main focus of the sentence and typically comes before the verb. Therefore, it can be said that the subject of a sentence is always a noun.Rate this question:
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- 21.
A linking verb can have a direct object.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
A linking verb is a type of verb that connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, rather than taking a direct object. Unlike action verbs, linking verbs do not show any action or movement. Instead, they express a state of being or a condition. Therefore, a linking verb does not have a direct object.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Identify the word in the following sentence:During the Hunger Games, Katniss is a girl from District 12.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Preposition
- C.
Action verb
- D.
Linking verb
- E.
Predicate adjective
- F.
Predicate noun
- G.
Direct objext
Correct Answer
D. Linking verbExplanation
In the given sentence, the word "is" is a linking verb. A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence with a word that describes or identifies it. In this case, "is" connects the subject "Katniss" with the predicate noun "girl." It shows the state of being or the relationship between the subject and the noun that describes it.Rate this question:
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- 23.
An indirect object must be between the verb and the direct object.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
An indirect object is a noun or pronoun that receives the direct object of a verb. In a sentence, the indirect object typically comes before the direct object and after the verb. This order helps to clarify the relationship between the verb and the objects involved. Therefore, the statement that an indirect object must be between the verb and the direct object is true.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Identify the underlined word in this sentence: Before practice, Alex gave Coach Adams a note from his mother.
- A.
Subject
- B.
Direct Object
- C.
Preposition
- D.
Indirect Object
- E.
Predicate Noun
Correct Answer
D. Indirect ObjectExplanation
In the given sentence, "Coach Adams" is the underlined word. It is the recipient of the action of giving in the sentence. The subject is "Alex," the direct object is "a note," and the preposition is "from." The indirect object is "Coach Adams" because it receives the direct object (the note) from the subject (Alex).Rate this question:
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Essay Question: Explain why we eliminate prepositional phrases.
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