Quiz Plural Form

Confusing Plural Forms - Exercise and Quiz

Rule for the Plural Form of "Quiz"

To form the plural of "quiz," you follow this rule:

• For words ending in a consonant + "z," add "-zes" to the word. "Quiz" becomes "quizzes."

This happens because simply adding an "s" would not make the word easy to pronounce. The extra "z" helps keep the sound smooth.

Why Not Just Add "s"?

When a word ends in -z, we double the "z" before adding -es to form the plural. This is a common pattern in English to maintain the original sound of the word and make it grammatically correct.

Examples in Sentences:

• I took a quiz in my English class today.

• We have three quizzes this week.

Common Errors

1. Forgetting to double the "z":

• Incorrect: I have two quizs tomorrow.

• Correct: I have two quizzes tomorrow.

2. Adding only "s":

• Incorrect: The teacher gave us multiple quizs.

• Correct: The teacher gave us multiple quizzes.

Everyday Use of "Quizzes"

You will often hear the word "quizzes" in schools, colleges, or in fun activities that involve testing your knowledge on a topic. It is a very common word used in both formal and informal settings.

FAQ

What is the correct plural of "quiz"?

The correct plural of "quiz" is "quizzes."

Why do we add "-zes" to "quiz"?

We add "-zes" because words that end in a consonant followed by "z" need to have an extra "z" and "es" to make the plural form.

Can I just add "s" to make "quiz" plural?

No, adding only "s" would be incorrect. You need to double the "z" and add "-es," making it "quizzes."

Is "quizzes" a regular or irregular plural?

"Quizzes" follows a regular plural rule, where we double the final consonant and add "-es" for words ending in "-z."

Are there other words like "quiz" that follow this pattern?

Yes! Other words that end in "-z" follow this pattern, like:

• Buzz → Buzzes

• Fizz → Fizzes