Countable & Uncountable Nouns Grammar Drill
Free countable and uncountable exercises: 30 questions on some/any, much/many and quantifiers — multiple choice, gap fill and listening dictation — with answers and explanations. Practice online or print as an ESL worksheet.
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Countable & Uncountable Nouns: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between countable and uncountable nouns?
Countable nouns can be counted and have plurals (one apple, two apples). Uncountable nouns cannot be counted individually (water, information, money) and take singular verbs.
When do we use some and any?
Use some in affirmative sentences and offers/requests (I need some water). Use any in negatives and questions (I don't have any money. Do you have any questions?).
When do we use much and many?
Use many with countable plurals (many books) and much with uncountables (much time). In everyday affirmative speech we usually prefer a lot of: a lot of books / a lot of time.