Fascinating Fact:
Pack often names hunting animals or dogs, a pack of eight sled dogs can pull more than 100 kilograms.
In KS3 English, you’ll study collective nouns, words that describe groups, like pack, team, or flock. In British English, these can take a singular verb when the group is acting as one (The team is winning) or a plural verb when focusing on individuals (The team are arguing). Choose the verb form that matches the meaning.
Key Terms
- Collective noun: A noun that names a group acting as one unit (e.g., pack, class, crowd).
- Verb agreement: Matching the verb (singular/plural) to what the subject means in the sentence.
- Noun phrase: A group of words built round a noun, e.g., a pack of wolves.
Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)
What is a collective noun with examples?
A collective noun names a group, such as a pack of dogs, a team of players, a flock of birds, or a herd of cattle.
Do collective nouns take singular or plural verbs in British English?
Both are possible. Use singular for a group acting as one (The class is quiet) and plural for individuals within the group (The class are chatting).
What are common collective nouns for animals?
Examples include pack (wolves/dogs), flock (sheep/birds), herd (cattle), swarm (bees), and school (fish).
Try These Related Quizzes
