Parts of Speech Quiz
1 / 15In 'The beautiful garden bloomed,' what part of speech is 'beautiful'?
About Parts of Speech Quiz
Nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and more! How well do you know the eight parts of speech? This free word games activity is built for older adults who want clear, readable browser-based games without sign-up friction.
Word games are useful for vocabulary, reading confidence, and language-focused problem-solving at a comfortable pace. This quiz includes 15 questions, so it works well as a quick session or as part of a longer brain-training routine. A printable version is available if you prefer offline play or want to share the game at home, in a classroom, or in a group setting.
About Parts of Speech Quiz
Parts of Speech Quiz is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and more! How well do you know the eight parts of speech? A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. What part of speech is the word 'quickly' in 'She ran quickly'?
Answer: Adverb
2. Which word is a conjunction?
Answer: Although
3. What part of speech is 'the' in 'the cat'?
Answer: Article (determiner)
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Parts of Speech Quiz?
Parts of Speech Quiz has 15 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 Parts of Speech Quiz free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Parts of Speech Quiz — 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.
How long does Parts of Speech Quiz take?
Most players finish Parts of Speech Quiz in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Parts of Speech Quiz?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
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