The plural of 'dwarf' is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The plural of 'dwarf' is:

A. dwarves

B. dwarfs

C. both A and B

D. dwarfes

Answer: Option C

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Both, but 'dwarfs' is common for people with dwarfism, 'dwarves' in fantasy.

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The gender of 'author' can be feminine as:

A. authorine

B. authress

C. authora

D. authoress

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Correct Answer: Option D

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'Authoress' is the feminine form, though many modern writers prefer 'author' for both.

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What is the gender of 'child'?

A. masculine

B. neuter

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The word 'linguistics' is:

A. none

B. countable

C. plural

D. singular

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