Parts of Speech Quiz

Example Questions From the Test

• 1Which sentence uses “light” as an adjective?
  • The light filled the hallway.
  • Please light the candle carefully.
  • Nora carried a light suitcase.
  • We switched on the light.
• 2In the sentence “I wanted to walk, but the storm grew stronger,” how does “but” function?
  • It names an event.
  • It joins two contrasting clauses.
  • It shows the position of one thing relative to another.
  • It modifies the verb “wanted.”
• 3In the sentence “Oh, I left my umbrella at home,” what job does “Oh” perform?
  • It replaces the name of a person or thing.
  • It expresses a sudden reaction as an interjection.
  • It connects two clauses.
  • It describes the umbrella.