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DAY 1: NOUNS PROPER AND COMMON NOUNS Circle proper nouns and underline common nouns.

1. Sir Galahad searched for the Holy Grail.

2. Cotton from Egypt has long, silky fibers.

3. Balboa discovered the Pacific Ocean.

4. Walter Scott was a writer.

5. Florida is called the Alligator State.

6. “Gradatim” is a poem by Josiah Holland.

7. Africa lies chiefly in the torrid zone.

8. The first automobiles in Greenland were American jeeps.

9. Carmen Salvino taught George to swim and dive.

10. The moon shines by reflected sunlight.

11. Tulips and daffodils are spring flowers.

12. Abraham Lincoln was born in Kentucky.

13. Joan belongs to the 4 – H Club.

14. Robert Fulton built the first successful steamboat.

15. My sister attends the University of Michigan.

16. We should never cross the street except at crossings.

17. Penguins are numerous in Antarctica.

18. Paul and his brother stopped to see the animals.

19. The Kosnickis are members of the new Century Soccer Club.

20. The railroad which extends from Cape Town to Cairo was planned by Cecil Rhodes.

21. Beavers are clean, hard working and helpful to people.

22. Joseph Lister introduced antiseptics into surgery.

23. Magellan did not survive his voyage around the world.


COLLECTIVE NOUNS

Circle the collective nouns.

1. The cast is composed of eight members.

2. The Eskimo chased a herd of reindeer.

3. Outside an Alaskan town lives a pack of wolves.

4. A group of happy swimmers dived into the pool.

5. Dewey’s fleet entered the harbor of Manila.

6. A troop of children followed Rip Van Winkle.

7. Along the hillside a shepherd tended a flock of sheep.

8. A covey of partridges flew over the field.

9. Listen to the bevy of quails.

10. Our family is a happy one.

11. The audience watched the silent movie.

12. The majority favored the issue.

13. Our history club meets every Wednesday.

14. The mob shouted, “Throw them out!”

15. The Civil War ended with the surrender of Lee’s army.

16. The entire class supported the project.

17. Our team has another game to play this season.

18. Rosa has been appointed chairperson of the committee.

19. This company is very generous to its employees.

20. The orchestra played my favorite selection.

21. Mary Beth’s father is an officer in the navy.

22. Before noon the party had assembled.

23. Years ago a yoke of oxen often pulled a heavy burden.

24. The crew fought desperately to save the ship.

25. The jury was taken to the hotel.


USING NOUNS

Rewrite each sentence below, replacing the bold-faced nouns with the kinds identified in

parentheses.

1. Bermuda (common) is popular with tourists (proper) because of its fine beaches.

2. The fans (collective) gave the dancers (collective) a standing ovation.

3. Don’t forget to bring a coat (compound) and a pack (compound) on the camping trip.

4. Her feelings (two abstract) were of great concern to the team (proper).

5. Linus Pauling (common) won the Nobel Prize (common)twice.


DAY 2: PRONOUNS PERSONAL PRONOUNS

Underline all the pronouns in each sentence. Then, write (1) above each pronoun of the first person,

(2) above each pronoun of the second person, and (3) above each pronoun of the third person.

1. Bring them to me.

2. He is taller than she.

3. Is the book for him or me?

4. They have gone for a walk.

5. We hiked across the field to meet you.

6. Did he see me wave to you?

7. We are all going to the circus.

8. The captain appointed me.

9. Ask and it shall be given to you.

10. We have received no word either from him or from her.

11. Do you know the Preamble to the Constitution?

12. She asked me if I would accompany you.

13. Were you in the play?

14. They want to help us.

15. She lost it when she was talking to you.

16. I cannot take you with me.

17. May she and I leave now?

18. The letter was addressed to him and her.

19. Where are they?

20. Take your brother with you.

21. Did you buy it for me?

22. The loud noise disturbed him.

23. She always travels with them.


INDEFINITE AND DISTRIBUTIVE PRONOUNS

Underline the indefinite pronouns in each sentence. Circle the distributive pronouns.

1. One of the officials blew a whistle, and each of the windsurfers paddled out to sea.

2. Today was the windsurfing race, and everybody was on the beach.

3. The brisk wind quickly filled all the sails.

4. After about ten seconds, several of the surfers stood up on their boards.

5. A few headed to the south, and many went to the southeast.

6. An official said that either of the routes would be fast because of the strong wind.

7. After an hour, someone caught sight of two sails on the horizon.

8. Neither was close enough, and as a result it was impossible for anyone to tell who was

in the lead.

9. As they neared, both seemed to be the same distance from shore.

10. Somebody said that it would be a photo finish!

DEMONSTRATIVE PRONOUNS

Underline the demonstrative pronoun in each sentence. Write whether it indicates near or

distant objects.

1. This is the deposit slip you requested, sir.

2. Are these yours, Rachel?

3. This is inferior to mine.

4. Those are tall buildings in the distance.

5. These are delicious peaches that you bought today.

6. Do you like this?

7. Those are barracudas in that tank.

8. Is that your school flag to the right of the speaker?

9. Be careful; that has been loose for several days.

10. These are sunny days.


RELATIVE PRONOUNS

Underline the relative pronoun in each sentence. Circle its antecedent.

1. Synonyms are two words that have the same general meaning.

2. The car that James drives is expensive to operate.

3. Taft was the president who succeeded Theodore Roosevelt.

4. The Alps, which are a younger mountain range, are a mere fifteen million years old.

5. Clara Barton was the woman who founded the American Red Cross.

6. The composer whom you met was a winner of the Pulitzer Prize.

7. The clerk whom my father hired works in the camera department.

8. Canada, which lies north of us, has two national languages.

9. The Dutch, who were daring fishermen, became explorers and traders.

10. Our sun, which lies in the Milky Way Galaxy, was formed about 4,600 million years

ago.

INTERROGATIVE PRONOUNS

Underline the interrogative pronouns and tell whether they refer to persons, to things, or to

seek information.

1. By whom was electricity discovered?

2. She asked what a desert is.

3. By whom was the poem “Main Street” written?

4. Tim wants to know who rang the doorbell.

5. What is an adjectival clause?

6. Which is the principal river system in the United States?

7. Mary asked who the boy was?

8. With whom should we play?


DAY 3: VERBS ACTION VERBS

Underline the action verb in each sentence. Circle the subject.

1. Valerie loves creative gardening.

2. The search for new additions to her garden goes on and on.

3. For instance, yesterday she spotted a wild aster in the brush of a vacant lot.

4. She gently pulled up the aster by its roots.

5. Valerie tucked the flower beside a fuzzy goldenrod in her side yard.

6. The whole yard is brimming with black-eyed susans, sunflowers, and honeysuckle.

7. A pond in the center is filled with water lilies and frogs.

8. Her passion for wildflowers is also demonstrated throughout her garden.

9. She has transformed her yard into a haven for the native flora and associated wildlife.

10. Her choices of plants lure birds, butterflies, and bugs with their nectar and berries.

11. They offer shelter with safe branches and scrubby brambles.

12. Every plant grows as it has a special purpose.

13. She reads everything available on gardening.

14. Migratory birds and mockingbirds often fly through her little haven.

15. Residential birds like cardinals and bluejays spend their lives there.

16. A bed of bright flowers attracts butterflies and bees.

17. Wild animals are not the only animals tempted by the garden.

18. Youngsters come to Valerie’s home for seeds and advice.

19. People from all over town come with thoughtful additions for her garden.

20. They proudly watch their contributions become part of Valerie’s wonderful haven.


LINKING VERB “TO BE”

Circle each linking verb and underline its complement. Write PN above the complement if it is

a predicate nominative and PA if it is a predicate adjective.

1. Madison was the fourth president.

2. That may have been he.

3. Tokyo is the chief city of Japan.

4. A constellation is a group of fixed stars.

5. The whale is a large mammal.

6. Is that she?

7. The chief gases in the air are oxygen and nitrogen.

8. That is he near the exit.

9. Rosa is always very generous.

10. Strawberries have been plentiful this season.

11. Wind is air in motion.

12. These coats were very expensive.

13. The gorilla is a huge jungle animal.

14. Washington is an important lumbering state.

15. Cleanliness is an essential health habit.

16. Warsaw is the capital of Poland.

LINKING VERBS AND SUBJECT COMPLEMENTS

Circle the linking verbs. Underline and label both the subjects and the subject complements

(PA/PN) in each sentence.

1. The fish tastes salty. _________________________

2. Martha is a cashier at Goodwin’s. ____________________

3. John will be a marine biologist. ___________________________

4. The sky appears cloudy today. ______________________


5. The new manager is she. ____________________________

6. The hot water feels good. ____________________________

7. You are being stubborn. ____________________________

8. Some of the runners grew tired. ___________________________

9. That commercial is silly. ________________________________

10. The Black Eyed Peas is a popular group. __________________________

11. These tamales are spicy. _____________________________

12. I am so happy for you. _______________________________

13. Many students were nervous about the tryouts. ________________________

14. Rod has become an excellent carpenter. ______________________________

15. That car looks expensive. ______________________________

UNCOMMON LINKING VERBS

Circle the verb. If a verb is linking, write LV in the blank. If the verb is helping, write HV in

the blank. If the verb is action, write AV in the blank.

1. Matthew is a really tall fellow. _________________

2. That puppy is following me again. ________________

3. The gypsy turned the tarot card. _________________

4. She turned pale when she was the ghost. _________________

5. Marsha became a grandmother at sixty-one. _______________

6. He was an Elvis look-alike. ___________________

7. Elizabeth felt a fever coming on. __________________

8. Jennifer felt a bit sheepish. _______________________


9. The maple tree is a good spot for meditating. _________________

10. The bee was circling my head. ________________

11. His bookbag ;was found in the gym. ________________

12. Her purse looked shabby. _________________

13. The toddler looked under the bed. __________________

14. Mary and Ben remained friends for life. __________________

15. The guilty person remained silent. ______________________

HELPING VERBS

Circle each individual verb. Then, label the main verb as AV or LV and the helping verbs as

HV.

1. The West Highland White Terrier has attained a high degree of popularity as both a

loyal pet and a show dog.

2. Before this century, these hardy animals had abounded as working dogs in the Scottish

Highlands for over three hundred years.

3. They had earned their livings following fox, badger, and otter for hunters.

4. The ancestors of the breed were known in the past under various names such as

Roseneath and Little Skye.

5. The breed was first classified at the annual show of the Scottish Kennel Club in 1904.

6. After 1916, all shows were stopped by World War I.

7. Breeding was prohibited in 1917 and 1918, and no dogs were allowed to be registered.

8. By 1919 breeding started again, and soon many dogs were registered.

9. A long line of champions has followed.

10. The breed has been described as linty white in color with hard and bristly hair


VERB PHRASES

Underline the verb phrases in the following sentences.

1. Paul has traveled by boat, by car, and by airplane.

2. Many useful products are made from oil.

3. Have you ever seen a printing press?

4. The days have been growing longer, but the nights have been becoming shorter.

5. Do you remember the rules of this game?

6. Many advances in the science of communication are being made every day.

7. Have you read Little Men by Louisa May Alcott?

8. The first national bank was established in Philadelphia.

9. She should have returned the book to the library yesterday.


DAY 3 & 4: NOUN FUNCTIONS

NOUNS FUNCTIONING AS SUBJECTS

Underline the noun that is the subject of each sentence.

1. Salvador went on a whale tour out of Half Moon Bay in California.

2. The weather was cold and windy.

3. The passengers on the boat waved good-bye.

4. The tour guide explained the migratory habits of grey whales.

5. The selected area for viewing was about one hour from shore.

6. The cold, rough winds made the trip rather uncomfortable.

7. Many people got seasick.

8. After no sightings for two hours, the captain decided to return to shore.

9. Most people were terribly disappointed.

10. The seasick people were not disappointed when they turn back toward the shore.

11. Suddenly, three whales were spotted together.

12. The immense mammals rose powerfully out of the water over and over.

NOUNS FUNCTIONING AS DIRECT OBJECTS

Underline and label the subject and direct object. Circle the action verb.

1. Betty recently toured Australia.

2. A big highlight of the trip for her was the colony of fairy penguins on Phillips Island.

3. On the way from Melbourne to Phillips Island, she had parsnip soup for lunch at a

delightful farm.

4. Betty fed bread to kangaroos and a peacock there.

5. She also met an unforgettable wombat at the farm.

6. Betty next visited the Koala conservation center on the island.

7. She could reach the lower treetops by means of ramps for better viewing of koalas.


8. Luckily, she did not see the local ten foot worm that also lived in the conservation

center.

9. Betty saw her first fairy penguin at Nobby’s Point.

10. This 17” tall penguin had a beautiful bluish back and a white belly.

11. She saw many fairy penguins coming out of the sea in groups of three to twenty-five.

12. Many of them were carrying fish back to their mates on land.

13. Betty could actually see the females patting their returning mates in apparent

appreciation for the meal.

14. At dinner that night she saw a picture of a 21’ shark that was captured right off

Nobby’s Point.

NOUNS FUNCTIONING AS INDIRECT OBJECTS

Underline and label the subject, direct object and indirect object(s) in each sentence. Circle

the action verb.

1. Marcy gave her teacher a bouquet.

2. Aunt Alice sends Drew a birthday present every year.

3. My teacher taught the class facts about solar energy today.

4. St. Francis High School offers its students a strong college prep curriculum.

5. I told my youngest sister a bedtime story.

6. Beverly showed her best friend a picture of her new love.

7. Alex told Roxanne a big secret.

8. The professor taught his students French.

9. Alice wrote her pen pal a detailed letter every month.

10. Joseph bought his fiancée a diamond engagement ring.

11. Robert refused Milly her request.

12. The drunken pirate showed the young boy a treasure map.

13. The wealthy man showed the beggar some unaccustomed kindness.


DIRECT OBJECT OR SUBJECT COMPLEMENT?

In each sentence, circle the verb. Then write whether the italicized word is a direct object

(DO) or a subject complement (PN/PA).

1. The room was dark. ________________________

2. Valerie is the treasurer. __________________________

3. Jennifer borrowed five dollars. ______________________

4. The muffin tastes stale. ____________________________

5. Nathan bought a class ring. _______________________

6. He will be a candidate for Congress. _____________________

7. The stagehand collected the props. ________________________

8. Claudine applauded the winner. __________________________

9. We felt embarrassed. ____________________________________

10. Everyone has received an invitation. ________________________

NOUNS USED AS OBJECTS OF THE PREPOSITIONS

Draw a line under the object of each preposition.

1. The equatorial forests of central Africa are very dense.

2. Polo is played on horseback.

3. A gentleman should never wear his hat in a building.

4. Letters of invitation should be cordial.

5. Butter is made from cream.

6. We saw two sparrows in the bush.

7. Caravans travel across the Sahara.

8. Have you reserved a place for Terence?

9. Their home is situated near a beautiful lake.

10. In 1787 Pennsylvania entered the Union.

11. On the table lay two tickets to the concert.


12. A camel can go without water for weeks.

13. Across the street is a large meadow.

14. Dr. Grill studied at Oxford University.

15. The train has disappeared around the bend.

16. The Holland Tunnel is under the Hudson River.

17. Man sweet potatoes are converted into starch.

18. German automobiles are used throughout the world.

19. Most parrots live in warm climates.

20. Have you seen a car run by electricity?


DAY 5: ADJECTIVES

LIMITING AND DESCRIPTIVE ADJECTIVES

Underline each descriptive or limiting adjective. Classify it as descriptive (D) or limiting (L).

Draw an arrow to what it modifies.

1. Every year many curious visitors visit Manhattan to see what the city is really like.

2. There are good reasons why so many fall in love with this bustling town.

3. One special moment is when the house lights dim at the Metropolitan Opera and the

sparkling chandeliers ascend into the ceiling.

4. The golden statue of Prometheus in Rockefeller Center is also an enthralling sight.

5. The lofty rows of skyscrapers which make up the familiar skyline are another lure for

the first-time tourist.

6. Could one look up at the Empire State Building without movie memories of the giant ape

King Kong?

7. A leisurely stroll down the famous Mulberry Street in Little Italy will fill the visitor’s

senses with delectable sights and smells.

8. The colossal Statue of Liberty is a definite challenge to climb.

9. The beautiful statue attracts a multitude of tourists.

10. Tourists always make time to walk in that incredible green oasis in the middle of

Manhattan called Central Park.


POSITION OF ADJECTIVES

Underline each adjective. Then, label BN for “before the noun,” AN for “after the noun,” and

PA for “predicate adjective.” Draw an arrow to what the adjective modifies.

1. Mediterranean summers are hot and dry.

2. They usually paint warships gray.

3. Perfect obedience is prompt and exact.

4. I consider Melissa courteous and sincere.

5. Egyptian cotton is tough and durable.

6. Copper is useful in many ways.

7. The steamboat was responsible for great commercial development.

8. The human eye is extremely delicate.

9. That chair is very sturdy.

10. An unexpected freeze is usually fatal to an orange crop.

11. Oysters live in shallow, warm waters.

12. A weak foundation made the bridge dangerous.

13. The fox is sly and cunning.

14. Careful storage preserves food from many dangerous germs.

15. The commander considered the soldier’s conduct heroic.


DAY 6: ADVERBS

ADVERBS

Underline the adverbs in the following sentences. Draw an arrow to what each modifies.

1. The chemist explained the process slowly and precisely.

2. One April morning Henry looked out his window and stared incredulously at the falling

snow.

3. Nobody had ever heard Rhonda speak so eloquently before.

4. Nadia must move her bicycle inside immediately.

5. Louise though confidently of the work that lay ahead.

6. The students waved wildly at the oncoming train.

7. The explorer Balboa gazed exultantly at the ocean below.

8. The patient lion stalked the antelope silently and relentlessly.

9. Holly saw a stretch of level ground nearby; she could easily pitch her tent there.

10. Citrus fruits grow best where there is very little frost or wind.

11. Are you quite sure that you followed the instructions exactly?

12. Ayako shops carefully and spends her money wisely.

13. The White House was first occupied in 1800 by President John Adams.

14. Tarantulas look monstrous, but their bite is usually harmless to humans.

15. The audience jumped up from their seats and applauded thunderously.

16. I have seldom read a novel that I like better.

17. The Mona Lisa smiles elusively at the millions who view her.

18. Tomorrow I am going to clean my house thoroughly.

19. Are you sure that the radiologist read the x-ray accurately?

20. Medical scientists have worked diligently and successfully to eradicate smallpox.


ADVERBS AND ADJECTIVES

Underline and label all of the adjectives and adverbs in the sentences. Draw an arrow to

what each modifies.

1. Canada is very famous for picturesque lakes and majestic mountains.

2. Later, the Athenian citizens fully participated in their democracy.

3. Along the European coast are useful harbors.

4. Amateur photography is an absorbing hobby.

5. The stately Cathedral of Notre Dame is an outstanding example of Gothic

architecture.

6. Foam-crested waves rolled silently to the sandy shore.

7. Multicolored flags proudly lined the sides of the long arcade.

8. The parade, colorful and lively, swung past the reviewing stand.

9. Soon the Disney puzzle will be completed quickly and easily.

10. The crafty lion managed a daring escape from the zoo.

11. The young girl is a skillful ballet dancer.

12. The deer leaped forward to escape the determined hunters.

13. Breathlessly she pushed the heavy curtains aside.

14. I shuddered excessively as I passed the house, dark and spooky.

15. The current moves rapidly for such a tiny and insignificant stream.

16. The members of our crew work well.

17. Slowly the clouds moved across the brilliantly blue sky.

18. This meat is well cooked but is very stringy.

19. The pool is four meters deep here.

20. You must try hard to lift this very heavy rock.


DAY 6: PREPOSITIONS

PREPOSITIONS

Underline the prepositional phrases in theses sentences. Then, label the preposition (prep)

and the object of the preposition (OP). Some sentences contain more than one phrase.

1. All of the sandwiches are served with pickles.

2. We sat on the rocks by the river.

3. Perry could not choose between the two prizes.

4. Above the weeds grew one tall sunflower.

5. In the summer the library is closed on Sunday.

6. Among the rusty old wrecks on the lot was one antique auto.

7. Most of us stayed for the previews.

8. Everybody but Harry reached for the safety bars.

9. Vacation provides time for recreation.

10. Each beat of the heart sends a spurt of blood into the arteries.

11. Good roads are necessary for transportation.

12. The Webster-Ashburton Treaty fixed the boundary between Maine and Canada.

13. What city leads in the meat-packing industry?

14. We are delighted with your suggestion.

15. The sixteenth Amendment to the Constitution provides for the collection of an

income tax.

16. Were you hospitable to your guests?

17. We postponed our outing because of the storm.

18. From where we sat we had a good view of the races.

19. Over our heads roared a squadron of airplanes.

20. The work was completed according to the stated plans.

21. England is a land of many factories.


DAY 7: CONJUNCTIONS & INTERJECTIONS

CONJUNCTIONS

Underline the conjunctions in the following sentences. Then, on the line provided, classify

each conjunction as coordinating, correlative, or subordinating.

1. Our old car needs either a valve job or a new engine. ______________________

2. Before you write your paper, you must submit an outline.____________________

3. Workers here pay city, state, and federal income taxes. _____________________

4. When Liberia was founded in 1821, thousands of free African Americans moved

there.________________________

5. Are you going to the movies or to the concert?________________________

6. Thomas Hardy found a publisher for his poetry only after he had published more than

a dozen novels. __________________________

7. We’ll have to hurry if we want to catch the bus. ___________________________

8. The new factory opened, but employment has not yet risen. ____________________

9. Opinion is divided, yet a decision must be made. ___________________________

10. We must not only dig a hole but also pour the concrete. _______________________

INTERJECTIONS

Underline the interjection in each of the following sentences.

1. Ouch! That was my finger, not a nail.

2. Well, either you get ready quickly or we’ll have to leave without you.

3. Hey! You forgot your lunch!

4. All I can say is, Hooray!

5. I’m enjoying this novel, but, oh, is it long!


DAY 7 & 8: REVIEW

REVIEW EXERCISES

Label the part of speech for each italicized word.

1. Francine put a jacket on.

2. Sea holly grows on the beach.

3. That noise was thunder.

4. That sounded like thunder.

5. Dave’s curls lay around the barber’s chair.

6. Our terrier curls her tail when she’s happy.

7. Well! Did you see that?

8. Leslie can’t see that well without her glasses.

9. That mousey little animal is a miniature Siamese cat.

10. The Chinese are more likely to use bikes than cars.

11. Shirley made a good move with her pawn.

12. Jeff moved closer to the microphone.

13. Flip the coin again.

14. Juan did a flip from the high diving board.

15. Freddie waxed his new leather boots.

16. Leather has become expensive.

17. A satellite revolves around the earth.

18. The seeing-eye dog led its master around.

19. Which is the starter switch?

20. Which league is he in?

21. Mark skated across the pond.

22. Molly borrowed my skate key.

23. Lee found only one skate in the garage.


24. There was no screen on the window.

25. Ms. Washington screened all applicants.

LABEL THE FOLLOWING WORDS FOR PARTS OF SPEECH AND FUNCTIONS OF THE NOUN

The incoming freshmen at St. Francis High School have been attending summer camps. They have made new friends and now know the layout of the school. They will eagerly meet their mentors at orientation. These mentors will help them with any questions the freshmen may have. The cheerleaders will energetically teach the new students the school song and several cheers at the assembly.

Homeroom teachers will go over the school rules and help with locker combinations. Everyone is looking forward to the first day of classes, but all are a little sad that summer is over.

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