Collective Nouns Flashcards
1
Q
A xxxx of stairs
A
Flight
2
Q
True or false: you can use a collective noun in a sentence without the noun to which it refers
A
True, eg: the staff (of teachers) made the decision to cancel exams
3
Q
A xxxx of geese
A
Gaggle
4
Q
A STRING of pearls is an example of what type of noun
A
A collective noun (the name of a collection or group of objects, people or creatures)
5
Q
A xxxx of horses
A
Team
6
Q
A xxxx of puppies
A
Litter
7
Q
The xxxx of singers
A
Choir
8
Q
Choose the correct word: a troop/troupe of monkeys
A
Troop
9
Q
A xxxx of angels
A
Host
10
Q
A xxxxxxx of ships
A
Fleet
