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Genders – Quiz 1
Genders Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the understanding of gender agreement in English nouns, including common gender nouns and titles. It assesses the ability to identify appropriate gender for nouns, distinguish between male and female terms, and apply correct gendered terms in sentences. The test also covers conditional sentences and their implications, as well as third-person singular pronoun identification.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
Masculine gender of cow is
A) Calf.
B) Bull.
C) Horse.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) Bull.
A bull is the masculine gender of a cow, just as a calf is the general term for a young cow regardless of sex and a horse is an unrelated animal altogether.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Calf - This refers to a young cow or bull, not the specific gender.
Option B:
Bull - Correct. The male adult form of a cow.
Option C:
Horse - An unrelated animal species.
Option D:
None of above - Incorrect as "Bull" is the correct answer.
2.
Working mothers can inspire their kids ..... their hard work and devotion.
A) At.
B) About.
C) For.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correct because it indicates the means or instrument through which something happens, in this case, inspiring kids through one's own actions and qualities.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
At - Incorrect. "At" does not fit grammatically here.
Option B:
About - Incorrect. "About" suggests a topic or subject, not the means of inspiration.
Option C:
For - Incorrect. "For" is used to indicate purpose, but it doesn't fit the context as well as "with."
Option D:
With - Correct. It indicates the use or possession of qualities (hard work and devotion) that inspire others.
3.
The opposite gender of nephew is
A) Nice.
B) Neice.
C) Niece.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The opposite gender of nephew is niece. A nephew is the son of one's sister or brother, while a niece is the daughter of one's sister or brother.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Nice - This is an adjective and not a term for the opposite gender of nephew.
Option B:
Neice - Incorrect spelling, should be "niece".
Option C:
Niece - Correct answer. The daughter of one's sister or brother.
Option D:
None of above - Not applicable since "niece" is the correct term.
4.
What is the masculine gender poetess.
A) Waitress.
B) Poet.
C) Boss.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The term "poetess" specifically refers to a female poet, making option B the correct answer. The question asks for the masculine gender equivalent of "poetess," which is simply "poet."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Waitress - Not related to poetry or gender.
Option B:
Poet - Correct, as it refers to a male poet equivalent of "poetess."
Option C:
Boss - Irrelevant to the context of poetry and gender.
Option D:
None of above - Incorrect since option B is correct.
5.
What is the masculine gender of vixen?
A) Bull.
B) Buck.
C) Fox.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The term "vixen" refers to a female fox. Therefore, the masculine gender of vixen is "fox," which corresponds to option C.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Bull - Incorrect; bull is the male of cattle.
Option B:
Buck - Correct for deer or rabbit, but not for foxes.
Option C:
Fox - Correct; "fox" is both the singular and plural form for males and females in this context.
Option D:
None of above - Incorrect; option C is correct.
6.
THE ACTOR CONGRATULATED MY SISTER .CHANGE THE GENDER OF RED COLOURED WORDS .....
A) DOG AND BROTHER.
B) ACTIRESS AND BROITHER.
C) ACTRESS AND BROTHER.
D) FAT AND HAT.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is C) ACTRESS AND BROTHER.
In the original sentence, "THE ACTOR" is a male noun and should be changed to its female equivalent, which is "ACTRESS". Similarly, "SISTER" is a female noun and should be changed to its male equivalent, which is "BROTHER".
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Dog" and "brother" do not relate to the gender change of "actor".
Option B:
Incorrect. "Actiress" is misspelled as "actress", and "broither" is a misspelling for "brother".
Option C:
Correct. "Actress" is the correct female equivalent of "actor", and "brother" is the male equivalent of "sister".
Option D:
Incorrect. "Fat" and "hat" are unrelated to gender change.
7.
Companion will fall under the category of
A) Neuter noun.
B) Common noun.
C) Feminine noun.
D) Masculine noun.
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Explanations:
Companion is a common noun, not a proper noun, and it does not have a gendered form in English grammar. Therefore, the correct answer is B) Common noun.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Neuter noun - Incorrect as companion is neither specifically neuter nor has gendered forms.
Option B:
Common noun - Correct as it refers to a general person or thing, not having a specific gender.
Option C:
Feminine noun - Incorrect as there are no feminine-specific nouns in English that do not have a distinct form for males and females.
Option D:
Masculine noun - Incorrect for the same reason as Option C; companion is neither specifically masculine nor has gendered forms.
8.
What is the feminine noun for PRINCE?
A) Pricey.
B) Princess.
C) Prince Charming.
D) Princes.
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Explanations:
The feminine noun for PRINCE is
Princess
. In English, the term "princess" refers to a female monarch or the daughter of a king or prince.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Pricey - This term relates to cost and does not refer to gender.
Option B:
Princess - Correct. The feminine form of "prince" is "princess."
Option C:
Prince Charming - This is a phrase used to describe an ideal man, not the female equivalent of prince.
Option D:
Princes - This term refers to multiple males and does not denote gender in this context.
9.
What gender is the word "hind" ?
A) Feminine.
B) Common.
C) Masuline.
D) Neuter.
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Explanations:
The word "hind" refers to a female deer, making it feminine in gender.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Hind" is a feminine noun.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Common" does not specify the gender of the noun.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Masuline" is misspelled and does not apply to this word.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Neuter" would be used for nouns that are neither masculine nor feminine, which is not the case here.
10.
Identify the gender:goose
A) Masculine gender.
B) Feminine gender.
C) Neuter gender.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The gender of "goose" is
feminine
. In English, nouns can be classified into masculine, feminine, and neuter genders. The word "goose" refers to a female goose or a young male goose (gander), making it a feminine noun.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Masculine gender - Incorrect as "goose" is not classified under masculine gender.
Option B:
Feminine gender - Correct, as explained above.
Option C:
Neuter gender - Incorrect as "goose" does not fall into the neuter category.
Option D:
None of above - Incorrect since Option B is correct.
11.
Identify the Gender Type:headmaster
A) Feminine.
B) Masculine.
C) Neuter.
D) Common.
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Explanations:
The term "headmaster" is a title used to refer to the principal of a school, and it is traditionally associated with males in many cultures. Therefore, "headmaster" is classified as Masculine.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Feminine - Incorrect.
Option B:
Masculine - Correct.
Option C:
Neuter - Incorrect.
Option D:
Common - Incorrect.
12.
Which noun does SALESLADY belong to?
A) Feminine.
B) Masculine.
C) Neutral.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The noun
Saleslady
is a feminine gendered term, referring to a female salesperson. This aligns with the claimed correct answer (A).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Saleslady specifically refers to a female salesperson.
Option B:
Incorrect. Masculine terms do not apply here as
Saleslady
is gender-specific for females.
Option C:
Incorrect. Neutral terms typically refer to both genders or are non-gendered, which does not fit the term
Saleslady
.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
13.
Identify the pronoun and tell its person, number, and gender:He was excited because Sven came out from behind the bushes.
A) He:first person, singular.
B) He:third person, singular, masculine.
C) He:third person, singular.
D) He:first person, singular, masculine.
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Explanations:
The pronoun "He" in the sentence is used to refer to a male person who was excited because Sven came out from behind the bushes. Therefore, it is correctly identified as third person (the speaker is not directly involved), singular (referring to one individual), and masculine (indicating a male).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect: First person refers to the speaker or writer; "He" does not refer to the first person.
Option B:
Correct: Third person, singular, and masculine accurately describe "He."
Option C:
Incorrect: While third person and singular are correct, "masculine" is missing from this option.
Option D:
Incorrect: First person is not applicable here; "He" is neither first nor masculine in the context provided.
14.
What is the gender of noun "Mistress"
A) Neuter.
B) Common.
C) Masculine.
D) Feminine.
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Explanations:
The noun "Mistress" is feminine in gender. This term traditionally refers to a woman who has authority over others, such as a housekeeper or a female teacher. In English grammar, it belongs to the feminine gender category.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Neuter - Incorrect; "Mistress" is not neuter.
Option B:
Common - Incorrect; "Mistress" does not belong to the common gender category in this context.
Option C:
Masculine - Incorrect; "Mistress" is not masculine.
Option D:
Feminine - Correct; "Mistress" is feminine in gender.
15.
Masculine Gender for countess
A) Earl.
B) Lion.
C) Lass.
D) Nephew.
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Explanations:
The term "countess" refers to the feminine gender of a count, which is a noble title. The corresponding masculine title for a count is "Earl." Therefore, option A) Earl is correct as it matches the gender and title appropriately.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Earl is the masculine form of the title "count" which corresponds to "countess."
Option B:
Incorrect. Lion is an animal, not a title or gendered term.
Option C:
Incorrect. Lass typically refers to a young woman, not a noble title.
Option D:
Incorrect. Nephew is a male relative, not a title for nobility.
16.
What is the female gender of gander?
A) Goose.
B) Bull.
C) Horse.
D) Sheep.
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Explanations:
The female gender of gander is goose. A gander refers to a male goose, and the corresponding term for the female is goose.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Goose is the female counterpart of gander.
Option B:
Incorrect. Bull is the male gender of cattle, not geese.
Option C:
Incorrect. Horse has a different male and female terminology (stallion and mare).
Option D:
Incorrect. Sheep have distinct terms for males and females (ram and ewe), not sheep.
17.
What is the female counterpart of duke?
A) Duck.
B) Duking.
C) Duchess.
D) Dukess.
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Explanations:
The female counterpart of a duke is a duchess. This term accurately reflects the gendered title in nobility systems, where 'duke' for males corresponds to 'duchess' for females.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Duck is an animal and not a noble title.
Option B:
Duking is not a recognized term in English titles or nobility systems.
Option C:
Duchess is the correct answer, as it is the female equivalent of duke.
Option D:
Dukess is misspelled and not used in English language for noble titles.
18.
What is the gender for prince
A) Prince.
B) Girl.
C) Pince.
D) Princess.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Princess.
In English, the term "prince" refers to a male member of royalty, while "princess" refers to a female member of royalty. Therefore, when identifying the gender associated with the title "prince," it does not apply; instead, the corresponding feminine title is "princess."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as "Prince" denotes a male royal figure.
Option B:
Incorrect as "Girl" is not a gendered title in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect spelling of "Prince," does not apply to the question about gender.
Option D:
Correct, "Princess" denotes a female royal figure.
19.
Neice is ..... gender
A) Neuter.
B) Feminine.
C) Masculine.
D) Common.
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Explanations:
The term "neice" refers to a female relative, specifically the daughter of one's sister or brother. Therefore, it is feminine in gender.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Neuter - Incorrect as niece is not an object or concept without gender.
Option B:
Feminine - Correct as niece refers to a female relative.
Option C:
Masculine - Incorrect as niece does not refer to a male relative.
Option D:
Common - Incorrect as common gender is not a recognized grammatical term in English for nouns like "neice."
20.
He ..... do the cooking because his wife is very good at cooking
A) Must.
B) Doesn't have to.
C) Has to.
D) Mustn't.
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Explanations:
The sentence indicates that the husband does not necessarily have to do the cooking because his wife is very capable of handling it. Therefore, "Doesn't have to" (Option B) correctly conveys this idea without implying a necessity or prohibition.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Must - Incorrect as it implies a necessity that isn't indicated in the sentence.
Option B:
Doesn't have to - Correct, indicating no obligation for the husband to cook.
Option C:
Has to - Incorrect as it suggests an obligation which is not present in the context.
Option D:
Mustn't - Incorrect as it implies a prohibition that isn't indicated by the sentence.
21.
What is the feminine gender for son.
A) Dad.
B) Sister.
C) Daughter.
D) Brother.
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Explanations:
The feminine gender for "son" is "daughter." In English, the term "daughter" refers to a female child in relation to her father or mother.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Dad - This is the masculine form of "father," not related to the gender of a child.
Option B:
Sister - While this refers to a female sibling, it does not specifically denote the feminine gender for "son."
Option C:
Daughter - Correct answer as it is the term used for a female child in relation to her parents.
Option D:
Brother - This refers to a male sibling, not the feminine gender for "son."
22.
Identify the pronoun and tell its person, number, and gender:His icon popped up, but he wasn't online.
A) He:third person, singular, masculine.
B) He:first person, singular, masculine.
C) His:third person, singular, masculine.
D) His:first person, singular, masculine.
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Explanations:
The pronoun "He" in the sentence is correctly identified as third person, singular, and masculine because it refers to a male individual who is not the speaker or one of the people being directly addressed.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. He:third person, singular, masculine.
Option B:
Incorrect. First person refers to the speaker, which is not applicable here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "His" is a possessive pronoun, not a subject pronoun like "He."
Option D:
Incorrect. First person and masculine do not match the context of the sentence.
23.
What is the gender of nurse?
A) Common.
B) Neuter.
C) Masculine.
D) Feminine.
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Explanations:
The gender of the noun "nurse" is
common
. In English, common nouns do not have a fixed grammatical gender and can be used with either masculine or feminine pronouns depending on the context. The term "nurse" is considered a common noun.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Common" refers to nouns that do not have a specific gender.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Neuter" typically applies to pronouns and some languages, but not in English for common nouns like "nurse."
Option C:
Incorrect. "Masculine" would imply the noun always refers to a male, which is not true for "nurse."
Option D:
Incorrect. "Feminine" would imply the noun always refers to a female, which is also not true for "nurse."
24.
Identify the gender:video game
A) Masculine gender.
B) Feminine gender.
C) Neuter gender.
D) Common gender.
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Explanations:
The term "video game" is considered a common noun and does not inherently belong to any gender category in English grammar. Therefore, the claimed correct answer C) Neuter gender is incorrect for this term.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Masculine gender - Incorrect as video games are not typically associated with masculine traits.
Option B:
Feminine gender - Incorrect as video games are not typically associated with feminine traits.
Option C:
Neuter gender - Correct, but only because it is the default category for nouns that do not have a specific gender. Video game does not belong to any gender in English grammar.
Option D:
Common gender - This is the correct classification as video games are common nouns without inherent gender.
25.
Identify the pronoun and tell its person, number, and gender:She was with her friends waiting for Carl, who was always late because of his croissants.
A) She:first person, singular, feminine.
B) She:third person, singular, feminine.
C) She:third person, singular.
D) His:third person, singular, masculine.
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Explanations:
The pronoun "She" in the sentence is correctly identified as third person, singular, and feminine. It refers to a female individual who is waiting with her friends for Carl.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The pronoun is not first person.
Option B:
Correct. "She" is third person, singular, and feminine.
Option C:
Incorrect. While it is third person and singular, the gender is specified as feminine.
Option D:
Incorrect. The pronoun is not masculine; it is feminine.
26.
The king and ..... is a very loving couple.
A) Queen.
B) Uncle.
C) Prince.
D) Princess.
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Explanations:
The sentence "The king and ..... is a very loving couple." implies that the missing word should refer to someone who can form a couple with the king, which in a royal context would be his spouse. Therefore, the correct answer is
Option A: Queen
.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The queen is the wife of the king and forms a loving couple with him.
Option B:
Incorrect. An uncle cannot form a couple with a king.
Option C:
Incorrect. A prince is male and cannot be in a couple with a king.
Option D:
Incorrect. A princess is female but not the spouse of a king; she would typically be his daughter or sister.
27.
Who is better suited to do this job:nurse
A) Men.
B) Women.
C) Equally suited.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The claim that "C) Equally suited" is correct implies that the suitability for a job as a nurse does not inherently favor one gender over another. This aligns with modern professional standards and societal norms, which advocate for equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Men are not inherently better suited than women for nursing roles.
Option B:
Women are not inherently better suited than men for nursing roles.
Option C:
Both genders are equally suited, which is the correct interpretation based on professional and ethical standards in healthcare.
Option D:
There is a clear rationale supporting why "C" is the correct answer, making this option invalid.
28.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.Both genders should be provided with equal rights to education, employment and healthcare.
A) Equipped with.
B) Deprived of.
C) Supplied with.
D) Furnished with.
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Explanations:
The word "deprived" means to be denied or prevented from having something, which is the opposite of providing equal rights. Therefore, option B) Deprived of is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Equipped with - This means to have something ready for use, not the opposite.
Option B:
Deprived of - Correct. It means denied or prevented from having something, which is the opposite of providing equal rights.
Option C:
Supplied with - This means to provide or give something, not the opposite.
Option D:
Furnished with - This means to supply with equipment or furniture, not the opposite.
29.
Identify the gender of the underlined noun.5. My neighbor is touched on how Mr. Wilfred shows concern to the community
A) Neuter.
B) Masculine.
C) Common.
D) Feminine.
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Explanations:
The underlined noun "neighbor" is a common gender noun, which means it can be used for both male and female neighbors. Therefore, the correct answer is C) Common.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Neuter - Incorrect as neuter nouns are not applicable here.
Option B:
Masculine - Incorrect as "neighbor" does not specify a male gender.
Option C:
Common - Correct, as "neighbor" can refer to any person regardless of gender.
Option D:
Feminine - Incorrect as "neighbor" is not specific to female gender.
30.
'Neighbour' is a ..... gender.
A) Feminine.
B) Neuter.
C) Masculine.
D) Common.
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Explanations:
The word 'neighbour' is a common gender noun in English, meaning it can refer to either a male or female neighbor without specifying the gender.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Feminine - Incorrect. 'Neighbour' does not have a specific feminine form.
Option B:
Neuter - Incorrect. 'Neighbour' is not a neuter noun in English.
Option C:
Masculine - Incorrect. 'Neighbour' does not have a specific masculine form.
Option D:
Common - Correct. 'Neighbour' can refer to any gender without specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is English grammatical gender?
English grammatical gender refers to the classification of nouns into different genders, which can affect the form of adjectives and pronouns used with them. While some languages have distinct masculine and feminine genders, English primarily uses a common gender for many nouns.
Why is it important to consider gender in English grammar?
Considering gender in English grammar helps ensure clarity and respect when referring to people or objects. It can also promote inclusivity, especially as understanding of gender diversity evolves.
How do genders affect preposition usage?
Genders in English grammar can influence the choice of certain prepositions. For example, "to" is used with masculine and feminine pronouns like "he," while "with" might be used with a gender-neutral noun or term.
What are common nouns in English grammar?
Common nouns in English grammar refer to general, non-specific people, places, things, and ideas. They do not have a specific article or determiner before them and include terms like "dog," "city," and "idea."
How does gender equality impact the use of pronouns in English?
Advocates for gender equality often promote the use of inclusive language, including the use of singular "they" as a gender-neutral pronoun. This practice helps avoid assumptions about someone's gender and promotes inclusivity.