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Most English nouns are transformed from singular to plural by adding an -s or -es to the end, as with cat -- cats and wish -- wishes, but there are a number of singular--plural pairs that are tricky. How tricky? Let's find out! In the survey below, check all the phrases that are expressed correctly. Do not look anything up in a dictionary -- just go with your own insight. Here are two examples:
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Susan
Example 1. two savvy woman
(incorrect, because woman is a singular noun, but two indicates more than one. If the phrase were one savvy woman, or two savvy women, it would be correct.)
Example 2. five new cars
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Check back on April 29th for discussion.
Susan