Lesson 5: Singular or Plural?

Front

What is the definition of a singular noun?

Back

A singular noun refers to one person, place, thing, or idea.

Front

What is the definition of a plural noun?

Back

A plural noun refers to two or more persons, places, things, or ideas.

Front

Give an example of a singular noun.

Back

An example of a singular noun is 'cat'.

Front

Give an example of a plural noun.

Back

An example of a plural noun is 'dogs'.

Front

What is the plural form of 'child'?

Back

The plural form of 'child' is 'children'.

Front

What is the plural form of 'mouse'?

Back

The plural form of 'mouse' is 'mice'.

Front

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

Back

Typically, you add 'es' to form the plural of a noun ending in 's'.

Front

What is the plural form of 'woman'?

Back

The plural form of 'woman' is 'women'.

Front

What is the rule for forming the plural of nouns ending in 'y'?

Back

If a noun ends in 'y' preceded by a consonant, change 'y' to 'i' and add 'es' to form the plural.

Front

What is the plural form of 'city'?

Back

The plural form of 'city' is 'cities'.