Name key Date Period Score__% DIAGNOSTIC TEST 1 PARTS OF SPEECH For cach underlined word in the following sentences, identify and then write the part of speech on the line next to the number. Each part of speech is used at least once. Each correct answer ears 5 points. Use the following abbreviations: noun—N adverb—ADV pronoun—PRO preposition—PREP verb-V conjumction—CONT adjective—ADJ interjection—INT —_Y_ They attended the concert last weekend. PREP _ Several cats ran into Rob’s garage. ADV _ The truck driver delivered the packages quickly. ADJ _ Fast runners won all the awards at the track meet. PREP _ My friends and I walked home after school. CON) _ I wanted a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch yesterday. PRO __ She was counting the ballots during social studies class. INT ___ Hey! That is my seat. PO _ will they finish the test on time? een em eee 10. _N____ The diagram was pretty complicated for us. 11, ADV _ He will practice his musical piece soon, 12, ADJ _ Reggie saw the awesome sight from the air 13, _N___ Her sister is the oldest member of the group. 14. _N heck the score, Tom. 15. PRO __ will the students be able to find the answer by themselv 16. PRO _ Are you sure of yourself? 17. APN They slowly carried the couch down the stairs. 18, PREP Can you see beyond the hills from the top of the tower? 19. INT Hurray! Our team has finally scored a touchdown. 20. _N___ The troop had been scattered throughout the woods. Number correct __ x 5 = % © 2007 by John Wiley & Sens, Ine.