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A Shrewdness of Apes? Collective Nouns Are a 500-Year-Old Language Fad
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Collective nouns, or names for groups, are sometimes very strange. HowStuffWorks looks at where they came from.
Do You Know if This Word Is a Noun, Verb, Adverb or Adjective?
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Nouns, verbs, adverbs and adjectives are four of the parts of speech we need to know to put together an intelligent sentence. Can you identify each of these?
The Most Common Words in English Aren't Nouns or Verbs
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Have you ever stopped mid-sentence and wondered, "What are the most common words in English?"
How Well Do You Know English Grammar?
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Are you a grammar pro? Do you know which preposition to use at all times? Prove you have what it takes with this English grammar quiz. Go on and demonstrate your knowledge of demonstratives once and for all!
All About Adjectives: Examples, Types and Uses
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There are countless adjective examples in everyday language, but for simplicity's sake, most adjectives are one-word components that enhance or modify nouns. Any sentence may contain two or more adjectives, but the function of each adjective remains the same.
What's the Difference Between 'Affect' and 'Effect'?
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These two words are often used interchangeably and incorrectly, so here's how to know when to use "affect" vs. "effect."
Advanced Grammar Test for a High IQ
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If you have ever been accused of being a card-carrying member of the grammar police, then this quiz is just for you!
Can You Pass This English Test for Non-Native Speakers?
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The rules of English are difficult even for native speakers, but can be even more so for non-native speakers. If you think you've got what it takes, let's see if you could ace an English test for non-native speakers.
The Expert French Grammar Quiz
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The French language is spoken by millions of people, but how well do you parlez français? Put your French grammar knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
Are You a Grammar Geek? Take Our Quiz!
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See how much you know about the finer points of English grammar and punctuation with our quiz.