Word Classes: Collective Nouns

Syllabus tag: Kenya CBC | Grade 8 English | Theme 2.0 Scientific Innovations | Sub-Strand 2.3.1 Word Classes: Collective Nouns (2 Lessons)

Lesson objectives

By the end of this topic, you will be able to:

• Identify collective nouns from a text
• Use singular and plural forms of collective nouns correctly in sentences
• Appreciate the importance of collective nouns in communication

Summary

A collective noun names a whole group as a single unit — one word standing in for many members of people, animals, or things. This topic covers recognising collective nouns, how they form their own plurals, and why they matter for describing groups precisely.