Parts Of Speech Exercise

Identify the part of speech.

1. He accumulated a fortune buying and selling used cars. Identify the noun.

2. The drawing of the house is accurate in every detail. Identify the adjective.

3. She has acquired a working knowledge of French. Identify the verb.

4. He was criticized for one careless act. Identify the adjective.

5. Act now and save money during our annual sale. Identify the conjunction.

6. She is an acquisitive person, always wanting things. Identify the adverb.

7. A gentleman must conduct himself well in any situation. Identify the pronoun.

8. Addition is taught before subtraction. Identify the preposition.

9. The chameleon adapts to the surroundings by changing color. Identify the verb.

10. Let’s add up the cost of all our purchases. Identify the preposition.

11. All nations must work for the accomplishment of peace. Identify the adjective.

12. I am an adult and I expect to be treated accordingly. Identify the adverb.