iReady Lesson 5: Using Collective Nouns

What is a collective noun?

• A noun that names a person, place, or thing.

• A noun that names a group of people, places, or things.

• A noun that names a single object.

• A noun that names an action.

Which of the following is an example of a collective noun?

• A band of musicians

• A musician

• A musical instrument

• A song

Which of the following sentences is correct?

• The troupe of ballet dancers learn a new routine.

• The troupe of ballet dancers learns a new routine.

• The troupe of ballet dancers learning a new routine.

• The troupe of ballet dancers learned a new routine.

Which of the following sentences is correct?

• The panel of experts select the best dancers.

• The panel of experts selects the best dancers.

• The panel of experts selecting the best dancers.

• The panel of experts selected the best dancers.

What is the correct verb form for the sentence: "The cast of actors ________ six weeks to rehearse."

​ (a)  

• have
• has

What is the correct verb form for the sentence: "The band ________ the songs every day."

(a)  

• practices
• practice

Choose the sentence in which the verb agrees with the collective noun.

• The troupe of dancers move gracefully.

• The troupe of dancers moves gracefully.

Choose the sentence in which the verb agrees with the collective noun.

• The panel of judges sits in the front row.

• The panel of judges sit in the front row.

Choose the sentence in which the verb agrees with the collective noun.

• The audience claps loudly.

• The audience clap loudly.

Choose the sentence in which the verb agrees with the collective noun.

• The cast celebrate after the show.

• The cast celebrates after the show.