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Test how much you really know about regular and irregular plural nouns with this quiz.

Question 1 of 9

Which of the following nouns has an irregular plural form?

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She fills her characters up—strong women beating back against a sexist system—with so much heart.
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If nobody on the outside will send Teresa money, should she learn a prison hustle?
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Turn away from sin and order thy hands aright, and cleanse thy heart from all offence.
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