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Let's solve this "Word Classes" worksheet step by step. The goal is to choose the correct form of the word (noun, verb, adjective, adverb, etc.) from the given options to complete each sentence correctly.
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1. He has amazed audiences around the world with his tricks.
→ *Past tense verb* – he has performed and impressed people.
2. The beauty of their gardens never fails to amaze me.
→ *Base verb* after "to" – infinitive form.
3. It's amazing how many adults who don't know to read in this country.
→ *Adjective* describing the state of being surprising.
4. I applied for the job and much to my amazement, I was hired.
→ *Noun* – "to my amazement" is a fixed expression.
5. Amazingly enough, the dog swam all across the lake.
→ *Adverb* modifying the whole sentence – expresses surprise.
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6. Catch the ball and throw it to first base.
→ *Imperative verb* – command.
7. The player who plays behind home plate in baseball is called a catcher.
→ *Noun* – person who catches.
8. He was caught yesterday.
→ *Past participle* – passive voice.
9. The new slogan isn't as catchy as the old one.
→ *Adjective* – describes something that is memorable or appealing.
10. I am catching up with you. Just wait till next week!
→ *Present continuous verb* – "catching up" means getting to the same level.
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11. Last night he experienced several visitations by ghosts.
→ *Plural noun* – "visitations" = supernatural visits.
12. Do you expect visitors tonight?
→ *Plural noun* – people coming to see you.
13. My family from Australia last visited here in 1999.
→ *Past tense verb* – they came in the past.
14. If you want to, you are welcome to pay them a visit.
→ *Noun* – "pay a visit" is a common phrase.
15. Visiting you was a pleasant experience.
→ *Gerund (verb form used as noun)* – subject of the sentence.
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16. When will you be arriving tomorrow night?
→ *Present continuous* – future plans.
17. We checked into the hotel upon arrival.
→ *Noun* – "upon arrival" = when we got there.
18. We could arrive earlier if we catch the 9 o'clock train.
→ *Base verb* – conditional clause.
19. He arrives every morning at 8 sharp!
→ *Present simple* – habitual action.
20. Nobody arrived on time.
→ *Past tense* – event in the past.
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21. She fell and injured herself.
→ *Past tense verb* – she hurt herself.
22. He believes that the new law will injure a lot of people.
→ *Base verb* – future effect.
23. She fell and suffered an injury to her arm.
→ *Noun* – "an injury" = harm caused.
24. His athletic career has been slowed down by injuries.
→ *Plural noun* – multiple injuries.
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| No. | Answer |
|-----|----------------|
| 1 | amazed |
| 2 | amaze |
| 3 | amazing |
| 4 | amazement |
| 5 | Amazingly |
| 6 | Catch |
| 7 | catcher |
| 8 | caught |
| 9 | catchy |
| 10 | catching |
| 11 | visitations |
| 12 | visitors |
| 13 | visited |
| 14 | visit |
| 15 | Visiting |
| 16 | arriving |
| 17 | arrival |
| 18 | arrive |
| 19 | arrives |
| 20 | arrived |
| 21 | injured |
| 22 | injure |
| 23 | injury |
| 24 | injuries |
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- Verbs change form based on tense and subject (e.g., *amazed*, *arrives*, *injured*).
- Nouns can be singular/plural (e.g., *catcher*, *visitors*, *injuries*).
- Adjectives describe nouns (e.g., *amazing*, *catchy*).
- Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or sentences (e.g., *amazingly*).
- Gerunds (verb + -ing) act as nouns (e.g., *visiting*, *arriving*).
- Fixed expressions: e.g., "to my amazement", "upon arrival", "pay a visit".
This exercise helps reinforce understanding of word classes and contextual usage.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or explanations for any specific item!
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Group 1: amaze / amazed / amazement / amazing / amazingly
1. He has amazed audiences around the world with his tricks.
→ *Past tense verb* – he has performed and impressed people.
2. The beauty of their gardens never fails to amaze me.
→ *Base verb* after "to" – infinitive form.
3. It's amazing how many adults who don't know to read in this country.
→ *Adjective* describing the state of being surprising.
4. I applied for the job and much to my amazement, I was hired.
→ *Noun* – "to my amazement" is a fixed expression.
5. Amazingly enough, the dog swam all across the lake.
→ *Adverb* modifying the whole sentence – expresses surprise.
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Group 2: catch / catcher / catchy / catching / caught
6. Catch the ball and throw it to first base.
→ *Imperative verb* – command.
7. The player who plays behind home plate in baseball is called a catcher.
→ *Noun* – person who catches.
8. He was caught yesterday.
→ *Past participle* – passive voice.
9. The new slogan isn't as catchy as the old one.
→ *Adjective* – describes something that is memorable or appealing.
10. I am catching up with you. Just wait till next week!
→ *Present continuous verb* – "catching up" means getting to the same level.
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Group 3: visit / visitors / visiting / visited / visitations
11. Last night he experienced several visitations by ghosts.
→ *Plural noun* – "visitations" = supernatural visits.
12. Do you expect visitors tonight?
→ *Plural noun* – people coming to see you.
13. My family from Australia last visited here in 1999.
→ *Past tense verb* – they came in the past.
14. If you want to, you are welcome to pay them a visit.
→ *Noun* – "pay a visit" is a common phrase.
15. Visiting you was a pleasant experience.
→ *Gerund (verb form used as noun)* – subject of the sentence.
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Group 4: arrive / arrives / arrived / arrival / arriving
16. When will you be arriving tomorrow night?
→ *Present continuous* – future plans.
17. We checked into the hotel upon arrival.
→ *Noun* – "upon arrival" = when we got there.
18. We could arrive earlier if we catch the 9 o'clock train.
→ *Base verb* – conditional clause.
19. He arrives every morning at 8 sharp!
→ *Present simple* – habitual action.
20. Nobody arrived on time.
→ *Past tense* – event in the past.
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Group 5: injure / injured / injury / injuries
21. She fell and injured herself.
→ *Past tense verb* – she hurt herself.
22. He believes that the new law will injure a lot of people.
→ *Base verb* – future effect.
23. She fell and suffered an injury to her arm.
→ *Noun* – "an injury" = harm caused.
24. His athletic career has been slowed down by injuries.
→ *Plural noun* – multiple injuries.
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✔ Final Answers:
| No. | Answer |
|-----|----------------|
| 1 | amazed |
| 2 | amaze |
| 3 | amazing |
| 4 | amazement |
| 5 | Amazingly |
| 6 | Catch |
| 7 | catcher |
| 8 | caught |
| 9 | catchy |
| 10 | catching |
| 11 | visitations |
| 12 | visitors |
| 13 | visited |
| 14 | visit |
| 15 | Visiting |
| 16 | arriving |
| 17 | arrival |
| 18 | arrive |
| 19 | arrives |
| 20 | arrived |
| 21 | injured |
| 22 | injure |
| 23 | injury |
| 24 | injuries |
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🔍 Explanation Summary:
- Verbs change form based on tense and subject (e.g., *amazed*, *arrives*, *injured*).
- Nouns can be singular/plural (e.g., *catcher*, *visitors*, *injuries*).
- Adjectives describe nouns (e.g., *amazing*, *catchy*).
- Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or sentences (e.g., *amazingly*).
- Gerunds (verb + -ing) act as nouns (e.g., *visiting*, *arriving*).
- Fixed expressions: e.g., "to my amazement", "upon arrival", "pay a visit".
This exercise helps reinforce understanding of word classes and contextual usage.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or explanations for any specific item!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of word class worksheet.
