2 Circle the correct alternative. 1 Please can I have a slice/glass of water? 2 There's a packet/bottle of milk in the fridge. 3 She bought a can/packet of biscuits. 4 There's a cup/slice of cake for you. 5 He made her a nice can/cup of tea. 6 Have a slice/packet of pizza.

English Grammar Practice

This exercise focuses on choosing the correct countable or uncountable noun and quantifier for common food and drink items.

Answers and Explanations:

• 1. Please can I have a glass of water? (Water is a liquid, typically measured in glasses or bottles.)
• 2. There's a bottle of milk in the fridge. (Milk is usually sold in bottles or cartons.)
• 3. She bought a packet of biscuits. (Biscuits are commonly sold in packets.)
• 4. There's a slice of cake for you. (Cake is often cut into slices.)
• 5. He made her a nice cup of tea. (Tea is a beverage typically served in a cup.)
• 6. Have a slice of pizza. (Pizza is usually divided into slices.)