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GRAMMAR

TOPIC 1 NOUNS

TOPIC 2 PRONOUNS

10

TOPIC 3 ADJECTIVES

14

TOPIC 4 VERBS

18

TOPIC 5 ADVERBS

26

TOPIC 6 CONJUNCTIONS AND PREPOSITIONS

34

TOPIC 7 PHRASES AND CLAUSES

48

TOPIC 8 SENTENCES

69

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GRAMMAR

TOPIC 1 NOUNS

What is a noun?
A noun is a part of speech or word class used to name a person, place, thing, feeling, quality or idea.
Nouns are sometimes called naming words or words that answer the questions who or what.

NOUN
Common

Proper

Concrete

Abstract

Common nouns name everyday things; for example, man, town, chair, happiness, curiosity or
freedom.
A common noun begins with a lower-case letter unless it is the first word in a sentence.
Proper nouns name specific things, places or individuals; for example, Mark Smith, February,
Victoria.
Proper nouns begin with a capital letter, no matter where they occur in a sentence.
Concrete nouns name things that we can see and touch; for example, car, rock, cloud, light.
Abstract nouns name things that we cannot see, hear, smell, feel or touch. These include feelings,
qualities and ideas; for example, strength, kindness, day, love, justice.
Lets look at some examples.
Common noun

Proper noun

Concrete noun

Abstract noun

computer

Microsoft

keyboard

memory

cinema

Johnny Depp

screen

enjoyment

performer

Lady Gaga

singer

celebrity

beach

Noosa

sand

holiday

animal

Mr Toad

frog

nature

instrument

William Tell Overture

piano

relaxation

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person)
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place)

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HINT
2

If you can put a or the in front of a word,

it is a noun.

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8 barrier (co
mmon, concrete

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love of reading.

Proper nouns: funny

book titles and authors

Cliff Tragedy by Eileen Dover

T Well
Good Appetite by Henrietta
Robots by Ann Droid
Waters
The Southern Ocean by I C
a Cabbages
Ros
Vegetable Gardening by
g
How to Improve Your Readin
by Paige Turner
Easy Maths by Adam Up
Jaws by Tay Kabite
Chizit
The Cost of Living by Emma

Using nouns

Jack and Jill went up the hill.

son.
Beware the Jabberwock, my
Keep off the grass!
art thou,
Romeo, Romeo, wherefore
Romeo?
moss.
A rolling stone gathers no
No worries, mate.
gdom for a
A horse, a horse! My kin
horse!

Nouns: the weird

and the wonderful

bombora: noun
a dangerous current over
a hidden reef of rocks
erg: noun any large area
covered deeply with
sand in the form of
shifting dunes
furphy: noun a rumour
gruel: noun a light, thin
cereal made by boiling
oatmeal in water or milk
pompom: noun a tuft or bal
l of wool or feathers
used in making hats
muggins: noun a fool, often
used comically by
speakers to refer to themselve
s
pademelon: noun a wallab
y
umbrage: noun offence give
n or taken, resentful
displeasure

GRAMMAR

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MODULE 1

GRAMMAR

Common nouns

TOPIC 1
NOUNS

hat is a common noun?

Wh

ity or idea.
to name a person, place, thing, feeling, qual
A noun is a part of speech or word class used
sity or
example, man, town, chair, happiness, curio
Common nouns name everyday things; for
freedom.

A common noun begins with a lower-cas

.
e letter unless it is the first word in a sentence

1 Identify the common nouns in the following passage by underlining them. There are 10 to be found.
Mr Bilby himself was a small, rodent-like man with large ears. He was dressed in a suit that
had been fashionable when Miss Takes great-great Uncle Barnabus had fought at the Battle
of Knuckleduster. He also wore those little glasses that perch precariously on the nose.
Ah, Miss Take, said Mr Bilby, Please take a seat.
He smiled, revealing a huge row of teeth that looked like a piano without the black keys.
Adapted from The Great Gherkin Geography Quest by Dan Ashlin, Jacaranda

2 Identify the common nouns in the following passage by underlining them. There are 12 to be found.
Thoughts rolled around in Vells head. She knew that what she was doing was extremely
dangerous, but her need to get out was stronger than her fear. Her quiet voice and flying
fingers constructed the program she hoped would work. The bar she built into the access
code had to hide it! Yet, at any moment Vell knew the burning pain might flash up her arm.
From Leaving Mother in Shorts by Maggy Saldais, Jacaranda

3 Read the passage below, from a surfing story. All the words in bold type are common nouns. List them
in the table, and say whether they represent a thing, a person, a place, an idea or a feeling.
The rain had washed the world clean and the shore looked fresh and new. It almost hurt
to look at the sea, it was so bright. I waved to the lifesaver who was just putting up the
flags and went over to talk to him. After coming here for holidays since we were kids we
knew just about all the locals. You going in? Lofty asked. I nodded: Real surf for once!
Common noun

Represents

Test your knowledge

Identify the common noun in the sentence below. Fill in the circle next to the correct answer.
Jenni would be happy if you went to the beach with her.
Jenni
happy
beach
her

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MODULE 1

GRAMMAR

Proper nouns

TOPIC 1
NOUNS

ti
a

hat is a proper noun?

Wh

ity or idea.
to name a person, place, thing, feeling, qual
A noun is a part of speech or word class used
uary,
or individuals; for example, Mark Smith, Febr
Proper nouns name specific things, places
Victoria.

Proper nouns begin with a capital letter no

matter where they occur in a sentence.

1 Identify the proper nouns in the following passage by underlining them. There are 8 to be found.
(Aproper noun consisting of more than one word, such as President Juan Samaranch, is counted as
one proper noun.)
Australia has a proud record of achievement in the Olympic Games. Since 1886, when
an Australian, the runner Edwin Flack, won two gold medals at the inaugural event in
Athens, we have competed in every summer Olympics, winning 225 medals in a wide
range of sports. When Sydney was elected to host the 27th Olympic Games in 2000, a
dream was realised once again.
2 Identify the proper nouns in the following passage by underlining them. There are 12 to be found.
(A proper noun consisting of more than one word, such as Union Jack, is still counted as one
proper noun.)
In London, we took the train from Paddington Station to Slough and from there it was a
speedy journey to Windsor. From the station, we could see Windsor Castle dominating the
skyline. The most famous castle in Britain, it is home to Queen Elizabeth at different times
of the year, such as Christmas and Easter. We used the audio guides for our tour and
finished in St Georges Chapel. Back in the town, we went to the Carpenters Arms, where
we had roast beef for lunch a classic meal in England.
3 The answers to the following are proper nouns. Write the answers in the space provided, remembering
to use capital letters to begin the proper nouns.
(a) The month after May:

...................................................................................................................

(b) The name of your favourite music group:

(c) The ninth month of the year:

........................................................................................................

(d) The title of your favourite book:

....................................................................................................

(e) The name of the current Prime Minister:

(f) The day before Saturday:
(g) The capital of Australia:

......................................................................................

........................................................................................

...............................................................................................................

................................................................................................................

(h) The title of your favourite movie:

...................................................................................................

Test your knowledge

In the sentence below, identify the proper noun that should be capitalised. Fill in the circle next to the correct
answer.
I voted for jenni in the elections for class captain last week.
elections
jenni
week
captain

Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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MODULE 1

GRAMMAR

Concrete nouns

TOPIC 1
NOUNS

hat is a concrete noun?

Wh

ity or idea.
to name a person, place, thing, feeling, qual
A noun is a part of speech or word class used
car, rock,
see, hear, smell, feel or touch; for example,
Concrete nouns name things that we can
cloud, light.

1 Identify the concrete nouns in the following passage by underlining them. There are 12 to be found.
(Hint: a proper noun can also be a concrete noun.)
He sat back in the seat and tried to relax, which was difficult when twenty different
conversations from all over the bus threatened to monopolise his thoughts. The chatter
among the other students was the upcoming school dance. Apparently the dance
committee had hired a new band, complete with video screens, lighting and other hightech equipment that promised to be totally cool. Charlie couldnt raise any interest in it
it wasnt something hed ever attempted.
Adapted from Supernerd by Casey Lever, Jacaranda

2 Identify the concrete nouns in the following passage by underlining them. There are 13 to be found.
I looked out over the lake. There was smoke, vapour, a strong smell of cordite, settling
water, but no sea-monster. No doubt its remains had already slipped down to the
lake-bed. Relief coursed through my body, and I danced a brief jig of happiness. I
thought of what this would mean to the local people, finally liberated after centuries of
persecution by this fearsome creature.
Adapted from Leviathan by Richard Yaxley in Short Shorts, Jacaranda

3 All the nouns in the passage below are in bold. Write Y for Yes in the space after the noun if it is
a concrete noun and N for No if it is not. There are 29 spaces to fill.
The traffic (. . . . . . . . . . . .) was banked up for at least a kilometre (. . . . . . . . . . . .) up the freeway
(. . . . . . . . . . . .) . Cars (. . . . . . . . . . . .) were lined back as far as the eye (. . . . . . . . . . . .) could see. Some
drivers (. . . . . . . . . . . .) were out of their cars (. . . . . . . . . . . .) craning their necks (. . . . . . . . . . . .) to see the
cause (. . . . . . . . . . . .) of the delay (. . . . . . . . . . . .) . Others were venting their frustration (. . . . . . . . . . . .) by
sounding the horn (. . . . . . . . . . . .) and shouting. Police (. . . . . . . . . . . .) on motorcycles (. . . . . . . . . . . .) were
doing their best (. . . . . . . . . . . .) to calm motorists (. . . . . . . . . . . .) but were not having much success.
(. . . . . . . . . . . .) This was the second day (. . . . . . . . . . . .) that an accident (. . . . . . . . . . . .) had caused chaos
(. . . . . . . . . . . .) and Leo (. . . . . . . . . . . .) was furious.
He was in a hurry (. . . . . . . . . . . .) to get to his office (. . . . . . . . . . . .) that day. Yesterday, he had
been late and his boss (. . . . . . . . . . . .) had given him a glare (. . . . . . . . . . . .) as Leo (. . . . . . . . . . . .) had
rushed from the lift (. . . . . . . . . . . .). So he had worked through his lunchtime (. . . . . . . . . . . .) to
make up the lost time (. . . . . . . . . . . .).

Test your knowledge

Identify the concrete noun in the sentence below. Fill in the circle next to the correct answer.
The thought entered his mind that perhaps he had no talent for playing the piano after all.
thought
piano
mind
talent

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GRAMMAR

Abstract nouns

TOPIC 1
NOUNS

sr
b
tin
a

hat is an abstract noun?

Wh

ity or idea.
to name a person, place, thing, feeling, qual
A noun is a part of speech or word class used
de feelings,
ot see, hear, smell, feel or touch. These inclu
Abstract nouns name things that we cann
kindness, day, love, justice.
qualities and ideas; for example, strength,

1 The sentences below each contain one abstract noun. Identify the abstract noun by underlining it.
(a) My friendship with Emily is very special.
(b) Kindness is expected of human beings but not always shown.
(c) We acknowledge the sacrifice of the Anzac soldiers.
(d) Zacs bravery amazed the onlookers.
(e) I want to know the truth, said Bella.
2 Identify the abstract nouns in the following passage by underlining them. There are 8 to be found.
I was under no illusions. I was in the arena for one purpose only to die entertainingly.
They would match me against a trained, expert gladiator. If this gladiator had any
decency, he would finish me off as quickly as possible. If he was in a bad temper, hed
play with me for as long as possible. A cut here, a slice there, until I was begging for
mercy. Apart from fear, my only other emotion back then was sadness.
Adapted from Those About to Die by Dan Ashlin, Jacaranda

3 Look at the following passage from a sci-fi suspense story and supply the missing abstract nouns.
Make your choices from the box below it. The first one has been supplied for you.
Well, I supposed, it had seemed like a good . . . . idea
. . . . . . . . . . at the time to venture behind the
steel door. The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . had been killing me. Where were my friends? What
had happened to them after they went through the door before me? It came to me with a
burst of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . after the door clanged shut in my face: I may never see them
again. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . welled up within me. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . left me. But so did my
.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

: I would batter my way in there, whatever it cost. As it turned out,

Ididnt need to. The door glided open silently, as if whatever lurked behind it could read
my mind. I was faced with the kind of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I had been hoping to avoid.
With great . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ., I saw it all, the plan to call us to our . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Isaw my friends, too, who were now imprisoned in the sticky webs these spider-creatures
had spun. I just about abandoned all . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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clarity

suspense

death

horror

iidea
exhaustion

judgement

hope

rage

recognition

Test your knowledge

Identify the abstract noun in the sentence below. Fill in the circle next to the correct answer.
His optimism meant that he always saw the glass as half full rather than half empty.
his
glass
optimism
half

Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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NOUNS WRAP-UP

GRAMMAR
TOPIC 1
NOUNS

Check your knowledge of nouns

Noun or not? Circle the nouns. Check with a dictionary and then
underline the words that can be verbs as well as nouns.

crown

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hate

box

speak

talk

cat

drown

stark

late

fox

creek

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sprat

gown

shark

crate

socks

meek

stalk

hat

brown

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fate

rocks

leek

pork

rat

town

lark

bait

clocks

cheek

hawk

fat

Noun nonsense

Find and circle all the

nouns in this limerick.

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Noun acrostic

From the list of nouns

provided at right,
match an abstract noun
with each letter
of the word abstract be
low.
A ..............................
B ..............................
S ..............................
T ..............................
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box below.
The first one has been
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Proper nouns will include the title, the

characters (they could be animals
with names) and placenames.

Concrete common nouns will include landscape

features, animals and people without names.
Abstract common nouns will include feelings,
ideas and qualities.

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GRAMMAR

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