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About Grammar & Punctuation
Test your command of English grammar and punctuation with these tricky questions! Grammar & Punctuation packs 20 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 8 medium, 7 easy, 5 hard questions into a relaxed session of roughly 9 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
A few sample questions
1. Which sentence uses the correct form of 'their/there/they're'?
Answer: They're going to the store.
'They're' is a contraction of 'they are.' 'Their' shows possession, and 'there' indicates a place.
2. What is the correct way to make the word 'fox' possessive?
Answer: fox's
For singular nouns, add an apostrophe followed by 's' to show possession: the fox's tail.
3. Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
Answer: Let's eat, Grandma!
A comma before a name in direct address is essential — it's the difference between an invitation to dinner and something far worse!
4. What is the plural of 'crisis'?
Answer: Crises
'Crisis' comes from Greek. Words ending in '-is' typically form their plural by changing to '-es': crisis → crises, thesis → theses.
5. Which word correctly completes the sentence: 'The book had a strong ___ on readers'?
Answer: effect
'Effect' is typically a noun meaning result or impact. 'Affect' is typically a verb meaning to influence.
Things you'll learn along the way
- A semicolon connects two independent clauses that are closely related: 'I love reading; my sister prefers painting.'
- 'Whom' is used as an object. Try replacing with he/him: 'You gave the book to him' = whom. 'He is calling' = who.
- 'Its' (no apostrophe) shows possession. 'It's' is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has.' The dog wagged its tail.
Frequently asked questions
Can I print Grammar & Punctuation?
Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 9 minutes, Grammar & Punctuation fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Grammar & Punctuation?
Grammar & Punctuation has 20 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Grammar & Punctuation free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Grammar & Punctuation — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
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