Forming Irregular Plural Nouns

This lesson teaches how to form irregular plural nouns by adding 'es' to nouns ending in S, SH, CH, or X. It highlights common mistakes, explains the rule, and provides examples like 'dresses', 'kisses', 'dishes', 'patches', and 'boxes'.

What is a common mistake students make when forming plural nouns?

• Adding 's' to all nouns

• Changing the noun completely

• Using the same form as singular

• Adding 'es' to all nouns

Which of the following endings requires adding 'es' to form the plural?

• Nouns ending in 'f'

• Nouns ending in 'o'

• Nouns ending in 's'

• Nouns ending in 'y'

How do you form the plural of a noun ending in 'sh'?

• Add 's'

• Add 'es'

• Add 'ies'

• Add 'ed'

What is the plural form of 'patch'?

• Patch

• Patchies

• Patches

• Patchs

Which of the following words correctly forms its plural by adding 'es'?

• Box

• Dog

• Cat

• Tree