Understanding Plural Nouns

In this lesson, Ashley and Mia introduce the concept of plural nouns. They explain that singular nouns refer to one person, place, or thing, while plural nouns refer to more than one. Regular plural nouns are formed by adding -s, while irregular plural nouns require adding -es to words ending in -s, -x, -sh, or -ch. The lesson includes examples and practice exercises to reinforce these rules. The video concludes with a summary of the key points covered.

What is a singular noun?

• A noun that refers to only one person, place, or thing

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

• A noun that ends with -s

• A noun that refers to more than one person, place, or thing

How do you typically form a regular plural noun?

• By adding -ies

• By adding -s

• By changing the word completely

• By adding -es

Which of the following is a regular plural noun?

• Children

• Books

• Teeth

• Mice

What is an irregular plural noun?

• A noun that does not change in plural form

• A noun that becomes plural by changing its form

• A noun that becomes plural by adding -es

• A noun that becomes plural by adding -s

Which ending requires adding -es to form the plural?

• -ed

• -ing

• -y

• -s

What is the plural form of 'box'?

• Boxs

• Boxes

• Boxen

• Boxies

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

• Add -en

• Add -es

• Add -s

• Add -ies

What is the plural form of 'watch'?

• Watchs

• Watchen

• Watchies

• Watches

Which of the following words becomes plural by adding -es?

• Fox

• Bird

• Cat

• Dog

What is the key takeaway about forming plural nouns?

• Nouns never change form in plural

• Plural nouns are always irregular

• All nouns become plural by adding -s

• Some nouns require -es to become plural