Let's solve the worksheet step by step. The task is to identify whether the
underlined word in each sentence is a
noun,
adjective, or
verb.
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Instructions Recap:
- Identify the part of speech (noun, adjective, or verb) for the underlined word.
- Remember: Some words can be different parts of speech depending on how they're used.
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Now let’s go through each sentence:
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1. Place the *coop* box on the counter.
- "Coop" here refers to a
box used for chickens — it's a
noun.
✔ Answer: noun
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2. Jeremy *opened* the door.
- "Opened" is the past tense of "open," describing an action.
✔ Answer: verb
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3. The *opening* is next week.
- "Opening" here refers to an event (like a premiere or debut), so it's a
noun.
✔ Answer: noun
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4. Later, we will go to the *dance* recital.
- "Dance" describes the type of recital — it modifies "recital." So it's an
adjective.
✔ Answer: adjective
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5. Will you *dance* with me?
- "Dance" is the main action being asked — it's a
verb.
✔ Answer: verb
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6. The *dance* ends at ten.
- "Dance" here refers to the performance/event — it's a
noun.
✔ Answer: noun
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7. Lydia climbed the *play* structure at the park.
- "Play" here describes the kind of structure — like a playground. It's an
adjective modifying "structure".
✔ Answer: adjective
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8. The children *play* outside in the summer.
- "Play" is the action the children are doing — it's a
verb.
✔ Answer: verb
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9. Norah invited you to her *play*.
- "Play" refers to a theatrical performance — it's a
noun.
✔ Answer: noun
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10. Put your *washed* clothes away.
- "Washed" describes the clothes — it's a past participle used as an
adjective.
✔ Answer: adjective
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11. Dad *washed* the car last Saturday.
- "Washed" is the past tense of "wash," showing an action — it's a
verb.
✔ Answer: verb
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12. All dirty clothes go to the *wash*.
- "Wash" here refers to the laundry process or place (e.g., laundry room). It's a
noun.
✔ Answer: noun
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
noun
2.
verb
3.
noun
4.
adjective
5.
verb
6.
noun
7.
adjective
8.
verb
9.
noun
10.
adjective
11.
verb
12.
noun
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🔍 Key Takeaway:
Some words (like *dance*, *play*, *wash*) can function as
nouns,
verbs, or even
adjectives, depending on context. Always look at how the word is being used in the sentence!
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of nouns pronouns and adjectives worksheet.
