Parts of Speech

Front

What is a pronoun?

Back

A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun, such as 'he', 'she', 'it', or 'they'.

Front

Identify the pronoun in the sentence: 'Can Jerry help him with the science project?'

Back

The pronoun is 'him'.

Front

What is a noun?

Back

A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.

Front

Identify the noun in the sentence: 'She purchased the margarine with him.'

Back

The noun is 'margarine'.

Front

What is an adjective?

Back

An adjective is a word that describes a noun or pronoun.

Front

Identify the adjective in the sentence: 'Older people tire more easily.'

Back

The adjective is 'Older'.

Front

What is a verb?

Back

A verb is a word that expresses an action or a state of being.

Front

Identify the verb in the sentence: 'They overcharged me.'

Back

The verb is 'overcharged'.

Front

What is an example of a pronoun?

Back

Examples of pronouns include 'he', 'she', 'it', 'they', 'him', 'her'.

Front

What is an example of a noun?

Back

Examples of nouns include 'dog', 'city', 'happiness', 'car'.