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Attributive Vs Predicative Adjectives – Quiz 1
Attributive Vs Predicative Adjectives Quiz 1 (7 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the ability to identify predicative adjectives in sentences and understand their function, as well as recognizing attributive adjectives. It covers key concepts such as attributive vs predicative adjectives and subject complement identification.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
I hate it when our school books are so boring.
A) Attributive.
B) Predicative.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I hate it when our school books are so boring" is a predicative construction, where the adjective "boring" describes the subject complement of the clause ("it"). In this context, "boring" does not modify "books" directly but rather the pronoun "it," which refers to the state or quality of the books.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Attributive adjectives modify nouns directly. Here, "boring" is not modifying a noun ("books") but a pronoun.
Option B:
Correct. Predicative adjectives describe the subject complement or state of being.
Option C:
Incorrect as only Option B is correct.
Option D:
Incorrect, as there is a correct answer among the options provided.
2.
This stretch of water is dangerous.
A) Attributive.
B) Predicative.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "This stretch of water is dangerous" uses the adjective "dangerous" to describe a state or quality of the object (the stretch of water). This makes it a predicative adjective, as it is placed after the linking verb "is" and functions as a predicate nominative.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Attributive adjectives modify nouns directly without a linking verb. "Dangerous" in this sentence does not directly precede a noun, so it is not attributive.
Option B:
Correct. The adjective "dangerous" functions as a predicative adjective by describing the state of the object after a linking verb.
Option C:
Incorrect because only option B is correct.
Option D:
Incorrect, as there is one correct answer.
3.
That movie star is handsome.
A) Attributive.
B) Predicative.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "That movie star is handsome" uses the adjective "handsome" to describe a quality of the subject, which makes it an attributive adjective. In this role, "handsome" directly modifies and describes "movie star," providing additional information about its nature or appearance.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as "handsome" is not used to modify another noun but the subject itself.
Option B:
Correct, because "handsome" describes a quality of the movie star, making it predicative in nature. It answers what the movie star is like or how he appears.
Option C:
Incorrect as only one option can be correct for this sentence structure.
Option D:
Incorrect since "handsome" fits into a valid grammatical category here.
4.
Sweet, ripe, red strawberries are my favorite!
A) Attributive.
B) Predicative.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The phrase "Sweet, ripe, red" in the sentence describes the strawberries and modifies them directly by providing additional information about their qualities. This is characteristic of attributive adjectives, which precede and modify nouns without a linking verb.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Sweet, ripe, red" are attributive adjectives modifying the noun "strawberries."
Option B:
Incorrect. Predicative adjectives typically come after a linking verb and describe the subject or object of a sentence. In this case, there is no linking verb like "is" or "are."
Option C:
Incorrect. Only Option A is correct.
Option D:
Incorrect. The correct answer is provided by Option A.
5.
The beautiful new beach house is on an island!
A) Attributive.
B) Predicative.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "The beautiful new beach house is on an island!" uses the adjective "beautiful" to describe the beach house, which is a typical attributive use of adjectives. In this context, "beautiful" modifies and provides additional information about the noun "beach house," fitting the definition of an attributive adjective.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The sentence demonstrates the use of an attributive adjective.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Beautiful" is not used predicatively in this sentence; it does not follow a linking verb and describe the subject directly.
Option C:
Incorrect. Only Option A is correct based on the analysis of the sentence structure.
Option D:
Incorrect. The sentence clearly uses an attributive adjective, so this option is not applicable.
6.
He was carrying two big cardboard boxes.
A) Attributive.
B) Predicative.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
In the sentence "He was carrying two big cardboard boxes," the word "big" is an attributive adjective because it directly modifies and describes the noun "cardboard boxes." It provides information about the nature of the boxes before they are used in the predicate.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Big" functions as an attributive adjective, modifying "cardboard boxes."
Option B:
Incorrect. "Big" is not a predicative adjective here; it does not describe the subject in relation to another noun or verb.
Option C:
Incorrect. Only Option A is correct.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
7.
Our teachers seem tired on Mondays.
A) Attributive.
B) Predicative.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Our teachers seem tired on Mondays." is a predicative construction because the adjective "tired" describes the state of the subject ("teachers") as it follows a linking verb ("seem"). In attributive constructions, adjectives precede the noun they modify (e.g., "tired teachers"), which is not the case here.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Attributive - Incorrect. Adjectives in this sentence do not come before the noun.
Option B:
Predicative - Correct. The adjective "tired" follows a linking verb and describes the state of the subject.
Option C:
All the above - Incorrect. Only one option is correct in this case.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect. Option B is correct.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between attributive and predicative adjectives?
Attributive adjectives describe a noun directly, appearing before it in a sentence. Predicative adjectives come after a linking verb like 'is' or 'seems', describing the subject of the sentence.
Can an adjective be both attributive and predicative?
Yes, some adjectives can function as either. For example, "The red car is beautiful" uses 'red' attributively before the noun, while 'beautiful' is predicatively after a linking verb.
How do I identify if an adjective is attributive or predicative?
Look at the position of the adjective in the sentence. If it precedes a noun, it's likely attributive; if it follows a linking verb and describes the subject, it’s probably predicative.
Are there any adjectives that can only be used in one form?
Yes, some adjectives are typically attributive or predicative. For instance, 'tall' is usually attributive as in "a tall person," while 'tallest' is more commonly predicative as in "the tallest person I've ever seen."
Why are attributive and predicative adjectives important to learn?
Understanding these forms helps improve sentence structure and clarity. Proper use of attributive and predicative adjectives can enhance the precision and effectiveness of written and spoken language.