📖 Quick Grammar Reference: Quantifiers
| Use | Quantifier | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Uncountable nouns | much / a little | There isn't much milk left. |
| Countable nouns | many / a few | She has many friends abroad. |
| Both, in questions/negatives | any | Do you have any questions? |
| Both, in positives | some / a lot of | I bought some apples. |
| Zero amount | none / no | There is none left. |
Exercise 1 — Fill in the Blank (Complete each sentence with the correct quantifier in brackets.)
- There isn't (much) sugar left in the jar.
- How (many) students are in your class?
- Would you like (some) tea or coffee?
- I don't have (any) money on me right now.
- We only have (a few) tickets left for the concert.
- She always adds (a little) salt to the soup.
- There are (a lot of) tourists in the city this summer.
- Sorry, there's (none) of the cake left.
- (few) people understood the lecture — most were confused.
- I bought (several) books at the sale yesterday.
Exercise 2 — True or False (Read each statement about quantifier rules and circle T (True) or F (False).)
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"Many" is used with uncountable nouns, such as "many water".
T F
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"Any" is typically used in negative sentences and questions.
T F
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"A few" is used with uncountable nouns, and "a little" is used with countable nouns.
T F
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"A lot of" can be used with both countable and uncountable nouns.
T F
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"Few" (without "a") suggests a disappointingly small amount, almost none.
T F
Print version: write T or F on the line next to each statement.
Exercise 3 — Write Your Own Sentences (Write 5 sentences using quantifiers.)
- Write a sentence about how much water you drink each day, using "much" or "a lot of".
- Write a sentence about how many languages you speak, using "many" or "a few".
- Write a question offering someone food or drink using "some".
- Write a negative sentence about something you don't have, using "any".
- Write a sentence about a small amount of free time you had this week, using "a little".
📋 Show Answer Key
Exercise 1
- much
- many
- some
- any
- a few
- a little
- a lot of
- none
- Few
- several
Exercise 2
- False — "many" is used with countable nouns (many books), "much" is used with uncountable nouns (much water)
- True — "any" appears in negatives and questions; "some" appears in positives and offers
- False — it is the other way round: "a few" = countable, "a little" = uncountable
- True — "a lot of books" and "a lot of water" are both correct
- True — "few people came" implies almost nobody came
Exercise 3
Open answers. Check that students use the correct quantifier for countable vs uncountable nouns, and that "any" appears only in negative or question forms unless offering something.
Quantifiers Worksheet — FAQ
What does this quantifiers worksheet cover?
This worksheet covers the main English quantifiers — much, many, some, any, a lot of, a few, a little and none — used with countable and uncountable nouns. It includes fill-in-the-blank, true/false, and sentence-writing exercises.
What level is this quantifiers worksheet?
This worksheet is designed for A2 to B1 (Elementary to Intermediate) learners who are practising quantifiers with countable and uncountable nouns.
What is the difference between 'much' and 'many'?
'Many' is used with countable nouns (many books, many people), while 'much' is used with uncountable nouns (much water, much time). In everyday speech, 'a lot of' is often used instead of both, especially in positive sentences.
When do we use 'some' and 'any'?
'Some' is generally used in positive sentences and in offers or requests (I have some bread; Would you like some tea?). 'Any' is generally used in negative sentences and questions (I don't have any bread; Do you have any tea?).
What is the difference between 'a few' and 'a little'?
'A few' is used with countable nouns (a few apples, a few friends). 'A little' is used with uncountable nouns (a little sugar, a little patience). Both suggest a small but positive amount.
Can I save this worksheet as a PDF?
Yes. Click the orange ‘Print / Save as PDF’ button at the top of the page. In your browser’s print dialogue, select ‘Save as PDF’ as the destination. The worksheet is formatted for A4 paper.
Is the answer key included?
Yes. Scroll to the bottom of the worksheet to find the collapsible answer key. Click ‘Show Answer Key’ to reveal all answers. If you want to print the answers too, open the key before clicking Print.
What online exercise goes with this worksheet?
The related online exercise is True or False at lexfizz.com/exercises/true-or-false/ — it provides immediate feedback for deciding whether quantifier usage is correct or incorrect.
Why does 'few' without 'a' have a negative meaning?
'Few' and 'little' (without 'a') suggest an amount that is disappointingly small or almost none — 'Few people came to the meeting' (almost nobody). 'A few' and 'a little' suggest a small but sufficient amount — 'A few people came' (some did, which is fine). 'A lot of' (and informally 'lots of') works with both countable plural nouns and uncountable nouns, making it a flexible everyday alternative to both 'many' and 'much'.
How long does this worksheet take to complete?
The three exercises take approximately 15–20 minutes for most A2–B1 learners. Allow extra time for the writing task in Exercise 3 if students need to think carefully about forming original sentences.