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• Identifying Prepositions Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying prepositions in sentences.

• Identifying Prepositions Worksheet Answers

Answers to the Identifying Prepositions worksheet.

• Prepositions of Time Worksheet

This worksheet includes a table outlining the various prepositions of time and their usages. Practice involves using prepositions of time to explain the schedules of color characters in the worksheet.

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Answers to the Prepositions of Time Worksheet.

• Prepositions of Place Worksheet 1

The worksheet provides practice using images to explain the positions of people and objects in relation to one another.

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Answers to the Prepositions of Place Worksheet 1

• Prepositions of Place Worksheet 2

The worksheet includes tables outlining the various prepositions of place (location). Practice involves using prepositions of place to explain the positions of color objects in relation to one another.

• Prepositions of Place Worksheet Answers 2

Answers to the Prepositions of Place Worksheet 2

Nouns worksheets.

• Identifying Nouns Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying nouns in sentences.

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Answers to the Nouns Worksheet.

• Identifying Nouns Worksheet - Common vs. Proper

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying common vs. proper nouns in sentences.

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Adjectives worksheets, this section contains printable worksheets on adjectives..

• Identifying Adjectives Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying adjectives in sentences.

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Answers to the Identifying Adjectives worksheet

• Order of Adjectives Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice putting adjectives in the correct order.

• Comparative Adjectives Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice using comparative adjectives in sentences.

• Comparative Adjectives Worksheet Answers

Answers to the Comparative Adjectives worksheet

• Superlative Adjectives Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice using superlative adjectives in sentences.

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Answers to the Superlative Adjectives Worksheet.

Verbs worksheets, this section contains printable worksheets on verbs..

• Identifying Verbs Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying verbs in sentences.

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Adverbs Worksheets

This section contains printable worksheets on adverbs..

• Identifying Adverbs Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying adverbs in sentences.

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• Frequency Adverbs Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying and using frequency adverbs in sentences. Practice involves rewriting sentences according to percentages labeled on a frequency adverbs chart. This is an excellent worksheet!

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Answers to the Frequency Adverbs worksheet.

Conjunctions worksheets, this section contains printable worksheets on conjunctions..

• Introduction to Conjunctions Worksheet

A brief introduction to conjunctions.

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Answers to the Introduction to Conjunctions worksheet.

• Coordinating Conjunctions Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice using coordinating conjunctions.

• Subordinating Conjunctions Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice using subordinating conjunctions.

• Correlative Conjunctions Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice using correlative conjunctions.

Pronouns worksheets, this section contains printable worksheets on pronouns..

• Introduction to Pronouns Worksheet

A brief introduction to pronouns.

• Introduction to Pronouns Worksheet Answers

Answers to the Introduction to Pronouns worksheet.

• Demonstrative Pronouns Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice using demonstrative pronouns.

• Subjective Pronouns Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice using subjective pronouns in sentences.

Interjections worksheets, this section contains printable worksheets on interjections..

• Identifying Interjections Worksheet

Explanation, examples, and practice identifying interjections in sentences.

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Answers to the Identifying Interjections worksheet.

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Parts of speech refer to the functions of words in a sentence. There are eight general classifications for words: nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections. Students gain a better understanding of grammar and sentence structure by understanding these basic components. Below are the categories for the parts of speech. To view the grammar worksheets in each category, simply click on the title. You may use them for free at home or in class. After viewing our parts of speech activities please check out all of our grammar worksheets .

Adjectives Worksheets

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Here you’ll find helpful adverb worksheets to use at home or in the classroom!

Conjunction Worksheets

Free, printable conjunction worksheets to help develop strong skills in grammar and language. Learn about the conjunction and the different types of a conjunction.

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Exercise 1: parts of speech

(practise determining english parts of speech), exercise on parts of speech – drop-down (difficulty: 2 of 5 – rather easy).

Select the correct part of speech (word category or class) for the highlighted word in each sentence from the drop-down list. You need to differentiate between adjectives, nouns, verbs, and prepositions . Consider the corresponding rules and explanations of the various parts of speech .

• Example: “Would you like a cup of coffee?” → noun

Check your results with the button below after you have finished.

• Sam is playing football . →   adjective noun preposition verb
• My name is Johnathan. →   adjective noun preposition verb
• The girl has brown hair. →   adjective noun preposition verb
• Do you like sports? →   adjective noun preposition verb
• The house at the end of the street is very big. →   adjective noun preposition verb
• The hotel has got a beautiful view of the valley. →   adjective noun preposition verb
• There is a glass on the table. →   adjective noun preposition verb
• We had so much fun at the party. →   adjective noun preposition verb
• The neighbors have a swimming pool in their garden. →   adjective noun preposition verb
• Tom always reads a book before he goes to bed. →   adjective noun preposition verb

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.L.1 – Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.1f – Use frequently occurring adjectives. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.1e – Use adjectives and adverbs, and choose between them depending on what is to be modified. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.3.1a – Explain the function of nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs in general and their functions in particular sentences. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.3.1g – Form and use comparative and superlative adjectives and adverbs, and choose between them depending on what is to be modified. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.4.1d – Order adjectives within sentences according to conventional patterns (e.g., a small red bag rather than a red small bag). CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.6.1e – Recognize variations from standard English in their own and others’ writing and speaking, and identify and use strategies to improve expression in conventional language. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.7.1 – Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

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There are eight parts of speech in the English language: noun, pronoun, verb, adjective, adverb, preposition, conjunction, and interjection. The part of speech indicates how the word functions in meaning as well as grammatically within the sentence. An individual word can function as more than one part of speech when used in different circumstances. Understanding parts of speech is essential for determining the correct definition of a word when using the dictionary.

1. NOUN

• A noun is the name of a person, place, thing, or idea.

man... Butte College... house... happiness

A noun is a word for a person, place, thing, or idea. Nouns are often used with an article ( the , a , an ), but not always. Proper nouns always start with a capital letter; common nouns do not. Nouns can be singular or plural, concrete or abstract. Nouns show possession by adding 's . Nouns can function in different roles within a sentence; for example, a noun can be a subject, direct object, indirect object, subject complement, or object of a preposition.

The young girl brought me a very long letter from the teacher , and then she quickly disappeared. Oh my!

See the TIP Sheet on "Nouns" for further information.

2. PRONOUN

• A pronoun is a word used in place of a noun.

She... we... they... it

A pronoun is a word used in place of a noun. A pronoun is usually substituted for a specific noun, which is called its antecedent. In the sentence above, the antecedent for the pronoun she is the girl. Pronouns are further defined by type: personal pronouns refer to specific persons or things; possessive pronouns indicate ownership; reflexive pronouns are used to emphasize another noun or pronoun; relative pronouns introduce a subordinate clause; and demonstrative pronouns identify, point to, or refer to nouns.

The young girl brought me a very long letter from the teacher, and then she quickly disappeared. Oh my!

See the TIP Sheet on "Pronouns" for further information.

3. VERB

• A verb expresses action or being.

jump... is... write... become

The verb in a sentence expresses action or being. There is a main verb and sometimes one or more helping verbs. (" She can sing." Sing is the main verb; can is the helping verb.) A verb must agree with its subject in number (both are singular or both are plural). Verbs also take different forms to express tense.

The young girl brought me a very long letter from the teacher, and then she quickly disappeared . Oh my!

See the TIP Sheet on "Verbs" for more information.

4. ADJECTIVE

• An adjective modifies or describes a noun or pronoun.

pretty... old... blue... smart

An adjective is a word used to modify or describe a noun or a pronoun. It usually answers the question of which one, what kind, or how many. (Articles [a, an, the] are usually classified as adjectives.)

See the TIP Sheet on "Adjectives" for more information.

5. ADVERB

• An adverb modifies or describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.

gently... extremely... carefully... well

An adverb describes or modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, but never a noun. It usually answers the questions of when, where, how, why, under what conditions, or to what degree. Adverbs often end in -ly.

See the TIP Sheet on "Adverbs" for more information.

6. PREPOSITION

• A preposition is a word placed before a noun or pronoun to form a phrase modifying another word in the sentence.

by... with.... about... until

(by the tree, with our friends, about the book, until tomorrow)

A preposition is a word placed before a noun or pronoun to form a phrase modifying another word in the sentence. Therefore a preposition is always part of a prepositional phrase. The prepositional phrase almost always functions as an adjective or as an adverb. The following list includes the most common prepositions:

See the TIP Sheet on "Prepositions" for more information.

7. CONJUNCTION

• A conjunction joins words, phrases, or clauses.

and... but... or... while... because

A conjunction joins words, phrases, or clauses, and indicates the relationship between the elements joined. Coordinating conjunctions connect grammatically equal elements: and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet. Subordinating conjunctions connect clauses that are not equal: because, although, while, since, etc. There are other types of conjunctions as well.

The young girl brought me a very long letter from the teacher, and then she quickly disappeared. Oh my!

See the TIP Sheet on "Conjunctions" for more information.

8. INTERJECTION

• An interjection is a word used to express emotion.

Oh!... Wow!... Oops!

An interjection is a word used to express emotion. It is often followed by an exclamation point.

The young girl brought me a very long letter from the teacher, and then she quickly disappeared. Oh my !

See the TIP Sheet on "Interjections" for more information.

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Parts of Speech: Nouns, Verbs, Adjectives, and Adverbs

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There are several different parts of speech, which are categories of types of words. We are going to talk about four of the main eight parts of speech, which are nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. Understanding the parts of speech will teach you to use words properly in a sentence and become a better writer.

A noun is a person, place, or thing Some examples of a person are: sister, friend, Alex, Stephanie, you, me, dog Examples of places are: house, beach, New York, playground, the store Things (can be physical things or ideas): chair, pencil, thoughts, memories, and knowledge.

Verbs are action words! They are used to describe things that nouns do! An example of a verb would be “run”. Run is a word to describe someone or something who is moving faster than a walking speed. Other examples of verbs include: sing, watch, play, sleep, study, walk, and think.

Adjectives are describing words. They are used to describe nouns. An example of an adjective would be “beautiful”. Beautiful is a word to describe someone or something. For example, the sky is beautiful. Since the sky is a noun, and beautiful is used to describe it, that makes beautiful an adjective. Other examples of adjectives are: blue, dark, warm, happy, good, and fast.

Adverbs are words that describe verbs. For example, quickly is an adverb because if you say you walk quickly, walk is the verb, and quickly is describing how you walk. Therefore, quickly is an adverb. An easy way to spot an adverb is by their ending, since they often end in the letters ly , like quick ly . Other examples of adverbs include: nicely, proudly, slowly, and firmly.

Some words can be used as either a noun, verb, adjective, or an adverb. Usually though, you’ll have to change the endings of the words depending on how you want to use them. The following chart has some examples of words that you can change to be different parts of speech.

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• 1. Multiple Choice Edit 30 seconds 1 pt What is a verb ? an action word a person, place, thing, or idea words that describe nouns words that describe adjectives
• 2. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt What is a noun ? description word an action person, place, thing, or idea a word that describes a verb
• 3. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt What does an adjective DESCRIBE? a verb a noun an adverb another adjective
• 4. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt What does an adverb DESCRIBE? verbs, adjectives, and adverbs nouns and verbs adjectives and nouns only nouns
• 5. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt What is the VERB in this sentence? Ms. Faucette went to the beach during spring break. Ms. Faucette spring break beach went
• 6. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt What is the ADVERB in this sentence? I was late for work, so i walked quickly down the street. late walked quickly street
• 7. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt What is the ADJECTIVE in this sentence? Ms. Faucette is wearing black glasses. glasses is wearing black Ms. Faucette
• 8. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? I OFTEN help other students who are confused. noun verb adjective adverb
• 9. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? My best friend loves to eat  PIZZA. noun verb adjective adverb

Which part of speech is in green ?

Mrs. Brown is going to the store this afternoon.

• 11. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? Sombra is BLACK and white. noun verb adjective adverb
• 12. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? During the quiz, PETER wrote a lot. noun verb adjective adverb
• 13. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? He ate the ice cream slowly . noun verb adjective adverb
• 14. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? We are going to go to the MOVIE THEATER for our date. noun verb adjective adverb
• 15. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? You are such a PRETTY girl. noun verb adjective adverb
• 16. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? Susan GRABBED her jacket. noun verb adjective adverb
• 17. Multiple Choice Edit 1 minute 1 pt Which part of speech is in green ? I am VERY hungry. noun verb adjective adverb

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Mastering English Adjectives – A Simple Guide for ESL Learners

Welcome to “Summer of English,” a series dedicated to helping ESL learners like you master the intricacies of the English language. Today, we’re diving into a colorful and essential part of speech: adjectives. Adjectives are the spices of the English language—they add flavor, color, and clarity to our conversations. Let’s explore how to use them effectively!

Understanding Adjectives

At their core, adjectives are descriptive words. They give us more information about a noun (a person, place, thing, or idea). For example, in the phrase “a sunny day,” “sunny” is the adjective because it describes the noun “day.”

Types of Adjectives

Descriptive Adjectives: These are the most common and express qualities or states, like ‘happy,’ ‘sad,’ ‘big,’ or ‘small.’

Quantitative Adjectives: They tell us about quantity. Examples include ‘many,’ ‘few,’ ‘several.’

Demonstrative Adjectives: These point out specific items (e.g., ‘this,’ ‘that,’ ‘these,’ ‘those’).

Possessive Adjectives: Indicate possession or belonging (e.g., ‘my,’ ‘your,’ ‘his,’ ‘her’).

Interrogative Adjectives: Used in questions (e.g., ‘which,’ ‘what,’ ‘whose’).

Comparative and Superlative Adjectives: Used for comparison, like ‘bigger’ (comparative) or ‘biggest’ (superlative).

Adjective Placement

Generally, adjectives come before the noun they modify. For example, “a tall building.” However, in some cases, especially in spoken English, adjectives can come after the verb, like “The sky looks blue.”

Using Adjectives Effectively

Be descriptive but concise.

Adjectives enhance your language, but overusing them can make your speech or writing seem exaggerated. Strive for a balance. Instead of saying “very, very big,” you might use “enormous.”

Order of Adjectives

When using multiple adjectives, there’s a general order that native speakers follow, even if they don’t realize it: Quantity, Quality, Size, Age, Shape, Color, Origin, Material, Purpose. For instance, “five large old square wooden tables.”

Comparative and Superlative Forms

• Comparatives: Used to compare two things (e.g., “bigger,” “more beautiful”). Formed by adding ‘-er’ to short adjectives or using ‘more’ before longer adjectives.
• Superlatives: Used when comparing more than two things (e.g., “biggest,” “most beautiful”). Formed by adding ‘-est’ to short adjectives or ‘most’ before longer adjectives.

Avoid Double Negatives

Be cautious of double negatives, especially with negative adjectives. Saying “I don’t have no money” means you do have some money. Instead, use “I don’t have any money.”

Using ‘Very’ and ‘Too’

‘Very’ intensifies an adjective (“very happy”), while ‘too’ implies more than needed or wanted (“too hot”). Be mindful of their different uses.

Sense Adjectives

These describe experiences related to the five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch). For example, “a loud noise,” “a fragrant flower.” They’re great for making your descriptions more vivid.

Emotion and Feeling Adjectives

These adjectives are perfect for expressing feelings and emotions, like ‘joyful,’ ‘sad,’ ‘angry.’ They’re useful in storytelling and sharing personal experiences.

Condition and Appearance

Adjectives like ‘clean,’ ‘dirty,’ ‘neat,’ ‘messy’ describe the condition of something, while those like ‘beautiful,’ ‘ugly,’ ‘elegant’ describe appearance.

Size and Shape

These adjectives are straightforward, describing size (big, small) and shape (round, square). They are often used in everyday conversation.

Color and Age

Color adjectives are self-explanatory, like ‘red,’ ‘blue,’ ‘green.’ Age adjectives (new, old, ancient) provide a time perspective on the noun.

Origin and Material

Origin adjectives describe where something is from (e.g., ‘Italian,’ ‘American’), while material adjectives describe what something is made of (e.g., ‘wooden,’ ‘metallic’).

Purpose Adjectives

These describe what something is used for, often ending in ‘-ing’ (e.g., ‘sleeping’ in ‘sleeping bag’, ‘cooking’ in ‘cooking pot’).

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Adjective-Noun Agreement: Unlike some languages, English adjectives don’t change form based on the noun’s gender, number, or case. For example, “The tall tree” and “The tall trees” use the same adjective form ‘tall’.

Overusing Adjectives: While adjectives enhance descriptions, overusing them can lead to redundancy or overly complex sentences. Aim for clarity and simplicity.

Confusing Adverbs and Adjectives: Adjectives describe nouns, while adverbs typically modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. For instance, ‘quick’ (adjective) as in “a quick runner,” vs. ‘quickly’ (adverb) as in “runs quickly.”

Practical Tips for ESL Learners

Read Regularly: Exposure to well-written material will help you understand how adjectives are used naturally in English. Reading diverse genres can broaden your adjective vocabulary.

Practice Describing: Regularly practice describing people, places, objects, and experiences. This exercise helps in understanding the context in which different adjectives are used.

Use a Thesaurus: A thesaurus is a great tool to find synonyms and expand your adjective vocabulary. However, ensure you understand the nuances of each synonym, as they might have slightly different meanings or usage contexts.

Listen and Repeat: Listening to native speakers, whether in movies, TV shows, or conversations, and repeating phrases and sentences can help improve both your understanding and usage of adjectives.

Engage in Writing Exercises: Write short descriptive paragraphs or stories. This can be an effective way to practice using adjectives in different contexts.

Fun with Adjectives

Learning adjectives doesn’t have to be dull. Here are some enjoyable activities:

• Adjective Alphabet Game: Challenge yourself to come up with an adjective for each letter of the alphabet.
• Story Building: Create a story using a list of random adjectives. This can be both challenging and fun, especially in a group.
• Describe and Guess: Describe an object or person using adjectives and have others guess what or who it is.

Adjectives are a fundamental part of the English language, adding depth and clarity to our communication. Remember, the key is to use them appropriately and thoughtfully. Practice regularly, be mindful of the common pitfalls, and don’t be afraid to expand your vocabulary. As you continue on your English learning journey, embrace the vibrancy that adjectives bring to your language skills. Happy learning!

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