##  [Countable and uncountable nouns: Can you count them?](/en/quiz/can-you-count-them-eng)

In English, nouns are "countable" or "uncountable." Countable nouns refer to things and concepts that can be counted, like two hours, five puppies and twenty geraniums. Uncountable nouns refer to things and concepts that cannot be counted, such as luggage, information or courage.

In the following sentences, identify whether the nouns in square brackets are countable or uncountable.

1. Mad cow disease is in the \[news\] again.countable

uncountable

2. Recent studies have shown that \[people\] like to talk about themselves.countable

uncountable

3. Akiko used two sheets of \[paper\] to make an origami butterfly.countable

uncountable

4. Uncle Rodney added too much \[cauliflower\] to the stir-fry dish.countable

uncountable

5. The bride's henna tattoo is a beautiful \[work\] of art.countable

uncountable

6. Before starting his shift, the teller carefully counted all the \[money\] in his drawer.countable

uncountable

7. Bailey won't eat anything but organic \[chicken\] when she goes out for dinner.countable

uncountable

8. \[Economics\] is a popular major at certain universities.countable

uncountable

9. Jane had a great \[time\] at the party last night. countable

uncountable

10. Getting through \[customs\] can take a long time.countable

uncountable