Collective Nouns for People Quiz

1. What is the primary purpose of using collective nouns for people?

To refer to a group of individuals acting as a unit
To refer to a single individual
To ask a question
To create confusion

2. Which of the following is NOT a collective noun for people?

Audience
Choir
Jump
Crew

3. Are collective nouns for people singular or plural?

Singular
Plural
Both
Neither

4. Which of the following sentences uses a collective noun correctly?

The audience are enjoying the show.
The choir sings beautifully.
The team are playing well.
The staff are working hard.

5. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of collective nouns for people?

They refer to multiple individuals acting as a unit
They are always in plural form
They can describe various groups of people
They are used in everyday communication

6. Which of the following collective nouns refers to a group of musicians?

Band
Herd
Pack
Bunch

7. Which sentence correctly uses a collective noun?

The jury deliver their verdict.
The team is winning the match.
The audience clap loudly.
The staff are in a meeting.

8. What is the collective noun in the sentence: "The orchestra performed a beautiful piece of music."?

Performed
Beautiful
Orchestra
Music

9. Which of the following is a collective noun for a specific profession?

Staff
Flock
Swarm
Bunch

10. What should be considered when using collective nouns for people in writing?

They should always be in plural form
They should refer to a single individual
They should be used to add elegance and precision to writing
They should be avoided in formal writing