Parts of Speech Flashcards
What is a noun?
A noun is a person, place, thing, or idea.
True or False: Pronouns replace nouns in a sentence.
True
Fill in the blank: A verb is a word that shows ________.
action or state of being
What is an adjective?
An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun.
What is an adverb?
An adverb is a word that describes or modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb.
Fill in the blank: A conjunction is a word that connects ________.
words, phrases, or clauses
What is a preposition?
A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.
True or False: Interjections express strong emotions.
True
What is an article?
An article is a word that is used to limit or define a noun.
Fill in the blank: An ________ is a word that stands in place of a noun.
pronoun
What is a proper noun?
A proper noun is the specific name of a person, place, or thing.
True or False: A verb can be a linking verb.
True
Fill in the blank: An ________ modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb.
adverb
What is a compound word?
A compound word is made up of two or more words that are combined to create a new word.
Fill in the blank: A ________ is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.
preposition
