Matching Words On English Literature

Approved & Edited by ProProfs Editorial Team
The editorial team at ProProfs Quizzes consists of a select group of subject experts, trivia writers, and quiz masters who have authored over 10,000 quizzes taken by more than 100 million users. This team includes our in-house seasoned quiz moderators and subject matter experts. Our editorial experts, spread across the world, are rigorously trained using our comprehensive guidelines to ensure that you receive the highest quality quizzes.
Learn about Our Editorial Process
| By Alfredhook3
A
Alfredhook3
Community Contributor
Quizzes Created: 2924 | Total Attempts: 2,575,338
Questions: 15 | Attempts: 183

SettingsSettingsSettings
English Literature Quizzes & Trivia

This quiz will help you to prepare of English Literature test


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What part of speech is "stallion", meaning "an uncastrated male horse, commonly one kept for breeding"?

    • A.

      Adjective

    • B.

      Verb

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Noun

    Correct Answer
    D. Noun
    Explanation
    The word "stallion" refers to a specific type of horse, namely an uncastrated male horse kept for breeding purposes. It is not describing or modifying anything, nor does it indicate an action or manner, therefore it is not an adjective, verb, or adverb. Instead, "stallion" is a noun as it is the name of a thing, in this case, a male horse.

    Rate this question:

  • 2. 

    What part of speech is "stanchion", meaning "a vertical bar, or a pair of bars, used to confine cattle in a stall"?

    • A.

      Noun

    • B.

      Adjective

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Verb

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun
    Explanation
    "Stanchion" is a word that refers to a physical object, specifically a vertical bar or a pair of bars. It is used to confine cattle in a stall. As a result, it functions as a noun in this context, representing a thing or an object. It does not describe or modify anything (adjective), indicate manner or time (adverb), or express an action (verb). Therefore, the correct answer is noun.

    Rate this question:

  • 3. 

    What part of speech is "stanza", meaning "a group of rimed lines, usually forming one of a series of similar divisions in a poem"?

    • A.

      Adverb

    • B.

      Adjective

    • C.

      Noun

    • D.

      Verb

    Correct Answer
    C. Noun
    Explanation
    "Stanza" is a noun because it refers to a specific thing, namely "a group of rimed lines, usually forming one of a series of similar divisions in a poem." It is not an adverb, adjective, or verb, as it does not describe an action, quality, or manner.

    Rate this question:

  • 4. 

    What part of speech is "statics", meaning "the branch of mechanics that treats of the relations that subsist among forces in order"?

    • A.

      Adjective

    • B.

      Verb

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Noun

    Correct Answer
    D. Noun
    Explanation
    "Statics" is classified as a noun in this context because it refers to a specific branch of mechanics. It is used to describe the subject or field of study rather than an action, quality, or manner. As a noun, "statics" functions as the subject or object of a sentence, and it can be modified by articles or adjectives.

    Rate this question:

  • 5. 

    What part of speech is "statistician", meaning "one who is skilled in collecting and tabulating numerical facts"?

    • A.

      Adjective

    • B.

      Verb

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Noun

    Correct Answer
    D. Noun
    Explanation
    "Statistician" is a noun because it refers to a person who possesses the skill of collecting and tabulating numerical facts. It is a specific type of person, rather than describing an action (verb), a manner (adverb), or a quality (adjective).

    Rate this question:

  • 6. 

    What part of speech is "statuette", meaning "a figurine"?

    • A.

      Verb

    • B.

      Adjective

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Noun

    Correct Answer
    D. Noun
    Explanation
    "Statuette" is a noun because it refers to a specific type of object, namely a small figurine. Nouns are words that name people, places, things, or ideas, and "statuette" fits this definition as it is a word that specifically names a type of object.

    Rate this question:

  • 7. 

    What part of speech is "statute", meaning "any authoritatively declared rule, ordinance, decree, or law"?

    • A.

      Noun

    • B.

      Verb

    • C.

      Adjective

    • D.

      Adverb

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun
    Explanation
    "Statute" is a noun because it refers to a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, it is a word used to describe a type of rule or law that has been officially declared and holds authority. As a noun, "statute" can be used to identify and categorize this particular concept or object.

    Rate this question:

  • 8. 

    What part of speech is "stellar", meaning "pertaining to the stars"?

    • A.

      Verb

    • B.

      Adjective

    • C.

      Noun

    • D.

      Adverb

    Correct Answer
    B. Adjective
    Explanation
    "Stellar" is an adjective that means "pertaining to the stars." Adjectives are used to describe or modify nouns, and in this case, "stellar" describes something that is related to or characteristic of stars. It does not function as a verb, noun, or adverb, which are different parts of speech with different roles in a sentence.

    Rate this question:

  • 9. 

    What part of speech is "steppe", meaning "one of the extensive plains in russia and siberia"?

    • A.

      Adjective

    • B.

      Verb

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Noun

    Correct Answer
    D. Noun
    Explanation
    "Steppe" is a noun because it refers to a specific type of geographical feature, namely an extensive plain in Russia and Siberia. As a noun, it functions as a subject or object in a sentence and can be modified by adjectives or determiners. In this case, "steppe" is being used to identify and describe a particular type of landform, making it a noun.

    Rate this question:

  • 10. 

    What part of speech is "stifle", meaning "to smother"?

    • A.

      Noun

    • B.

      Adverb

    • C.

      Adjective

    • D.

      Verb

    Correct Answer
    D. Verb
    Explanation
    "Stifle" is a verb that means "to smother." As a verb, it indicates an action or state of being, specifically the act of suppressing or restraining something. In this case, "stifle" refers to the act of smothering, which is an action that can be performed by someone or something. Therefore, the correct answer is "verb."

    Rate this question:

  • 11. 

    What part of speech is "stiletto", meaning "a small dagger"?

    • A.

      Adverb

    • B.

      Noun

    • C.

      Adjective

    • D.

      Verb

    Correct Answer
    B. Noun
    Explanation
    "Stiletto" is a specific type of dagger, therefore it refers to a particular object or thing, making it a noun. As a noun, "stiletto" is used to name or identify the weapon, rather than describing an action or quality.

    Rate this question:

  • 12. 

    What part of speech is "stimulate", meaning "to rouse to activity or to quickened action"?

    • A.

      Noun

    • B.

      Adverb

    • C.

      Verb

    • D.

      Adjective

    Correct Answer
    C. Verb
    Explanation
    "Stimulate" is a verb because it describes an action of rousing or quickening activity. It is an action word that indicates the act of causing something or someone to become active or energized. As a verb, "stimulate" can be used in various sentences such as "The coffee helped to stimulate my brain" or "The teacher used visuals to stimulate the students' interest in the topic." It is not a noun, adverb, or adjective as it does not function as a person, place, thing, quality, or manner.

    Rate this question:

  • 13. 

    What part of speech is "stingy", meaning "cheap, unwilling to spend money"?

    • A.

      Adjective

    • B.

      Noun

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Verb

    Correct Answer
    A. Adjective
    Explanation
    "Stingy" is a word used to describe someone who is unwilling to spend money, which aligns with the definition of an adjective. Adjectives are words that modify or describe nouns, and in this case, "stingy" describes a person's behavior or attitude towards spending money.

    Rate this question:

  • 14. 

    What part of speech is "stipend", meaning "a definite amount paid at stated periods in compensation for services or as an allowance"?

    • A.

      Adjective

    • B.

      Noun

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Verb

    Correct Answer
    B. Noun
    Explanation
    "Stipend" is a noun because it refers to a specific thing, which is a definite amount of money that is paid at regular intervals as compensation for services rendered or as an allowance. It does not describe or modify anything, so it cannot be an adjective, adverb, or verb.

    Rate this question:

  • 15. 

    What part of speech is "strait", meaning "a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water"?

    • A.

      Verb

    • B.

      Noun

    • C.

      Adverb

    • D.

      Adjective

    Correct Answer
    B. Noun
    Explanation
    "Strait" in the given context is a noun because it refers to a specific thing, which is a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water. It is not describing an action (verb), a manner (adverb), or a characteristic (adjective).

    Rate this question:

Quiz Review Timeline +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

  • Current Version
  • Mar 21, 2023
    Quiz Edited by
    ProProfs Editorial Team
  • Mar 31, 2015
    Quiz Created by
    Alfredhook3
Back to Top Back to top
Advertisement
×

Wait!
Here's an interesting quiz for you.

We have other quizzes matching your interest.