More Plural Nouns and Collective Nouns - 5th Grade Grammar
More Plural Nouns and Collective Nouns
To form the plural of some nouns ending in f or fe, change the f to v and add -es. | leaf👉👉👉leaves |
To form the plural of nouns ending in a vowel followed by o, add -s. To form the plural of nouns ending in a consonant followed by o, add -s or -es. |
pianos videos potatoes |
Some nouns name a group. These nouns are called collective nouns. A collective noun can be either singular or plural. Usually a collective noun has a singular verb because it refers to a group as a whole. | My basketball team is the second best in the state. |
Irregular Plural Nouns
Some nouns have a special plural form that does not end in -s. | women, teeth, feet |
Some nouns stay the same whether they are singular or plural. | deer, moose, sheep, trout |
More Plural Nouns and Collective Nouns Quiz
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Read each sentence. Select the sentence that has a collective noun.
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Read each sentence. Select the sentence that has a collective noun.
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Which word is a collective noun?
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Which word is a collective noun?
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Which word is a collective noun?
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FAQs
Q1: What are plural nouns?
A1: Plural nouns refer to more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Q2: How to form plural nouns?
A2: Typically, add "s" to the singular noun. Example: "dog" becomes "dogs."
Q3: What are collective nouns?
A3: Collective nouns represent groups of people, animals, or things.
Q4: Can collective nouns be singular or plural?
A4: Yes, collective nouns can be both singular and plural. Example: "team" (singular) and "teams" (plural).
Q5: How to choose pronouns for collective nouns?
A5: Consider the context. Treat the collective noun as singular or plural based on its role in the sentence.
Q6: What are some examples of collective nouns?
A6: "Flock" of birds, "herd" of cattle, "team" of players.
Q7: Can collective nouns cause pronoun-antecedent disagreement?
A7: Yes, ensure pronouns match the collective noun's number.
Q8: Why is the proper use of collective nouns important?
A8: It maintains clarity and avoids confusion in communication.
Q9: Where can I practice using plural and collective nouns?
A9: Visit [https://www.elafree.com/search/label/5th%20Grade%20Grammar?max-results=10] for interactive exercises and engaging activities!
Resources
- "Spectrum Language Arts, Grade 5" by Spectrum
- "English Grammar and Composition: Complete Course, Grade 5" by Wren & Martin
- "Grammar Workshop: Grade 5" by McGraw-Hill Education
- "Daily Language Review, Grade 5" by Evan-Moor Educational Publishers