Read the examples. Which words do we use with countable/uncountable nouns? Which do we use in affirmative, in negative sentences, and in requests? Make sentences using them.

Countable nouns:

• a lot of (affirmative) - There are a lot of bananas in the fridge.
• many (negative) - We haven't got many apples.
• a few (affirmative) - Let's buy a few peppers.
• some (requests) - Can I have some crisps?
• any (negative, requests) - There aren't any apples. Is there any milk?

Uncountable nouns:

• some (affirmative) - We've got some juice.
• much (negative) - We haven't got much sugar.
• a little (affirmative) - I'll have a little cream with my cake.
• any (requests) - Is there any milk?