1.
My name ___________ John Smith.
Correct Answer
B. Is
Explanation
The correct answer is "is" because in this sentence, "My name" is the subject and "John Smith" is the complement. The verb "is" is used to link the subject and the complement, indicating that "John Smith" is the name belonging to the speaker.
2.
This is Bob and Mike. They ______ my friends.
Correct Answer
D. Are
Explanation
The correct answer is "are" because the sentence is in the present tense and is referring to Bob and Mike as the speaker's friends. "Are" is the correct form of the verb "to be" for the subject "Bob and Mike" in the present tense.
3.
I like to go to the mall with my friends. Last week we __________ shopping, played video games and bought a new CD.
Correct Answer
C. Went
Explanation
The correct answer is "went" because it is the past tense form of the verb "go". The sentence is talking about an action that happened in the past, so "went" is the appropriate choice.
4.
If find is used today then _________ would be used for yesterday.
Correct Answer
C. Found
Explanation
The correct answer is "found" because it is the past tense of the verb "find." In the given sentence, the word "find" is used in the present tense, so to maintain consistency and indicate the action in the past, the past tense form "found" would be used for yesterday.
5.
You want to give advice to your friend who is having problems in class. Pick the best sentence:
Correct Answer
B. If I were you I'd study more.
Explanation
The correct answer is "If I were you I'd study more." This sentence uses the correct verb form "were" instead of "was" in the hypothetical condition. It also uses the correct subject pronoun "I" instead of "you" in the result clause. The sentence effectively conveys the advice to the friend in a grammatically correct manner.
6.
You did your homework, ______________?
Correct Answer
C. Didn't you?
Explanation
The correct answer is "didn't you?" This is because the question is in the negative form and is asking for confirmation or agreement. In English, when we use a negative auxiliary verb like "did not" (didn't) in a question, we invert the subject and the auxiliary verb. So, the correct form is "didn't you?"
7.
Bob is from Boston, __________________?
Correct Answer
C. Isn't he?
Explanation
The given question is an incomplete sentence that implies a statement about Bob being from Boston. The phrase "isn't he?" is used to seek confirmation or agreement from the listener, suggesting that the speaker believes Bob is indeed from Boston.
8.
I am ____________ Florida next week.
Correct Answer
D. Going to
Explanation
The sentence is in the future tense, indicating an action that will happen next week. The correct answer is "going to" because it is the correct form of the verb "go" to express future plans or intentions.
9.
Are you _______________ to Fernando's party?
Correct Answer
B. Going
Explanation
The correct answer is "going " because it is the correct form of the verb "to go" in the sentence. In this context, "going to" is used to express future plans or intentions, indicating that the person is planning to attend Fernando's party.
10.
I ____________ be in Donna's English class next month.
Correct Answer
D. Will
Explanation
The use of "will" in the sentence suggests that the speaker is referring to a future event or action. It indicates that the speaker plans or intends to be in Donna's English class next month.
11.
________________, don't you?
Correct Answer
C. You have a brother
Explanation
This statement implies that the person being addressed does indeed have a brother. The phrase "don't you?" is used to seek confirmation or agreement from the person being addressed. Therefore, the correct answer is "You have a brother."
12.
Which sentence is WRONG?
Correct Answer
D. My name is Polly Smith and I live in pHiladelpHia?
Explanation
The sentence "My name is Polly Smith and I live in Philadelphia?" is incorrect because it ends with a question mark instead of a period.
13.
Which sentence is WRONG
Correct Answer
D. I have a change for a twenty dollar bill.
Explanation
The sentence "I have a change for a twenty dollar bill" is incorrect because the word "change" should be used in its plural form, "changes," to indicate multiple coins or bills.
14.
Mary: Where do you want to go for dinner?Pat: ___________, it doesn't matter to me.
Correct Answer
C. Anywhere
Explanation
Pat's response of "anywhere" indicates that they have no specific preference or requirement for where they go for dinner. They are open to going to any location, suggesting that they are flexible and willing to go wherever Mary suggests.
15.
I have an important meeting at four o'clock _____, class will end at three forty five.
Correct Answer
B. So
Explanation
The correct answer is "so". This conjunction is used to show cause and effect relationship between two clauses. In this context, it suggests that the speaker has an important meeting at four o'clock because the class will end at three forty five.
16.
Substitute the underline word.I have an important meeting at four o'clock so, class will end at three forty five.
Correct Answer
B. Therefore
Explanation
The correct answer is "therefore." This word is used to indicate a logical consequence or conclusion. In the given sentence, it is used to show that the speaker has an important meeting at four o'clock, and as a result, the class will end at three forty five. The word "therefore" helps to connect the two ideas and explain the reason for the early end of the class.
17.
John: Hi, Mark, how are you?Mark: Good, I got a new job!You are John. You are going to tell your wife about Mark's news. Select the best sentence:
Correct Answer
A. Great news, Mark got a new job.
18.
Anna: Do you need help with that?Patty: No, thanks. I can do it ___________.
Correct Answer
C. Myself
Explanation
In this conversation, Patty declines Anna's offer for help and asserts her ability to handle the task independently. The word "myself" is used to emphasize that Patty is confident in her own abilities and does not require assistance from others.
19.
Dan is such a great host. I went to his house for a party and he kept saying "help _________", what's mine is yours.
Correct Answer
C. Yourself
Explanation
The correct choice is "yourself" because the phrase "help yourself" is a common expression used by hosts to invite guests to take food or drink without needing permission. It aligns with the context of hospitality where the host is encouraging guests to feel at home and take whatever they need.
20.
You want to tell your friend: "I think that too" Pick the best phrase.
Correct Answer
C. So do I
Explanation
"So do I" is the most natural and grammatically correct way to express agreement with a previous statement. It implies that you share the same opinion or feeling as the other person.
21.
Mary: I like popcorn with extra butter.Paul: ____________Mary: That's great lets share.
Correct Answer
A. So, do I
Explanation
The correct answer is "So, do I." This response indicates that Paul also likes popcorn with extra butter, which aligns with Mary's statement. This response shows agreement and enthusiasm, leading to the suggestion of sharing the popcorn.
22.
Greg: I am going to to go to the movies this weekend.Mike: So __________
Correct Answer
B. Will I
Explanation
The correct answer is "will I". This is because Mike is expressing agreement with Greg's statement and indicating that he also plans to go to the movies this weekend. The phrase "will I" is used to indicate future plans or intentions.
23.
John and Mike are cousins. They came to America together. John is a house painter and Mike is a carpenter. Together they fix houses. Mike has to do his wood work before John can paint. Mrs. Smith called them on Tuesday and asked if they could work on her house Thursday and Friday.
Who will work on Thursday?
Correct Answer
C. Mike
Explanation
Since Mike is a carpenter and needs to do his woodwork before John can paint, Mike will work on Thursday to prepare for John's painting on Friday. Therefore, the person who will work on Thursday is:
Mike
24.
Patricia is a house cleaner. She cleans five houses every day. Her days are very long. She wakes up at five o'clock in the morning and gets home at seven o'clock at night. Patricia's day is a little different every day. She has hundreds of customers some of them get their house cleaned every week, every month or every couple of months. However Patricia has one very special customer who likes her house cleaned every other day. Today is Tuesday and Patricia cleaned her house on Monday. What is the next time Patricia will clean her house?
Correct Answer
C. Wednesday
Explanation
Since Patricia's special customer likes her house cleaned every other day, the next time Patricia will clean her house will be on Wednesday.
25.
Mike and Tom play soccer on Saturdays with their friends. When it rains or is very cold they play soccer at ISC indoor field. In the spring when it is nice they play soccer at Penny Packer park. In the fall they play soccer at Roosevelt Park. This Saturday they have a very special game. They will play a team from Newark. This team will drive for an hour to play them. Tom wants to make sure they can play. When he watched the news today they said there was a 30% chance of thunderstorms on Saturday. Tom wants to be safe and have the game indoors. Where will the soccer game be?
Correct Answer
D. ISC
Explanation
The soccer game will be at ISC because Tom wants to play indoors due to the 30% chance of thunderstorms on Saturday.
26.
Dear Student,
My name is Donna Opal. I am an English teacher. I teach students here
at Wizard to listen, speak, read and write in English. I like to learn
new phrases in Portuguese from my students. When I am not at work I
like to read books, go to the movies with my husband, go to the park
with my family and listen to music. I want to know about you. Please
write me a letter telling me about you! Tell me your name, if you are married, what your job is, what you did in your home country, the name of your home country and where in the country you lived. Did you like it there? Why did you come here? You can use the space below to answer my letter.Best regards,Donna Opal
27.
Winnie the Pooh to make a comeback2009 will see the return of one of the world’s
best-loved fictional characters, Winnie the Pooh. The loveable bear was
created by British writer A.A. Milne and first appeared in a book in
1926. Milne only wrote two novels about Pooh’s adventures, the last
being ‘The House at Pooh Corner’ in 1928. Eighty years later, those in
charge of the Pooh name allowed the publication of a sequel. The third
book will be called ‘Return to the Hundred Acre Wood’. It will hit
bookstore shelves on October the 5th and should be an instant
bestseller. Many people predict it will be the biggest seller of the
year. The Pooh books have been translated into 50 languages. In 1966,
the Walt Disney company started making movies about Pooh and turned the
character into a household name.The author David Benedictus wrote the new book. He described it as “an
honour to have my sequel to the original stories approved". He added:
“I hope that the new book will…maintain Milne's idea that whatever
happens, a little boy and his bear will always be playing." Mark
Burgess, a spokesperson for the Pooh Trustees, said he was sure the new
book captures the spirit of the two books written eight decades ago. He
said: "We hope that the many millions of Pooh enthusiasts and readers
around the world will embrace and cherish these new stories as if they
had just emerged from the pen of A.A. Milne himself." Mr. Burgess
explained how important Pooh is, saying: "The original books are one of
the greatest celebrations of childhood in any language.”Winne the Pooh was the idea of an American writer?
Correct Answer
B. FALSE
Explanation
The given answer is FALSE. The passage clearly states that Winnie the Pooh was created by British writer A.A. Milne, not an American writer. The passage also mentions that Milne wrote two novels about Pooh's adventures, and the new book is described as a sequel to the original stories by Milne. Therefore, the correct answer is FALSE.
28.
Winnie the Pooh to make a comeback
2009 will see the return of one of the world’s
best-loved fictional characters, Winnie the Pooh. The loveable bear was
created by British writer A.A. Milne and first appeared in a book in
1926. Milne only wrote two novels about Pooh’s adventures, the last
being ‘The House at Pooh Corner’ in 1928. Eighty years later, those in
charge of the Pooh name allowed the publication of a sequel. The third
book will be called ‘Return to the Hundred Acre Wood’. It will hit
bookstore shelves on October the 5th and should be an instant
bestseller. Many people predict it will be the biggest seller of the
year. The Pooh books have been translated into 50 languages. In 1966,
the Walt Disney company started making movies about Pooh and turned the
character into a household name.
The author David Benedictus wrote the new book. He described it as “an
honour to have my sequel to the original stories approved". He added:
“I hope that the new book will…maintain Milne's idea that whatever
happens, a little boy and his bear will always be playing." Mark
Burgess, a spokesperson for the Pooh Trustees, said he was sure the new
book captures the spirit of the two books written eight decades ago. He
said: "We hope that the many millions of Pooh enthusiasts and readers
around the world will embrace and cherish these new stories as if they
had just emerged from the pen of A.A. Milne himself." Mr. Burgess
explained how important Pooh is, saying: "The original books are one of
the greatest celebrations of childhood in any language.”
The original author David Benedictus wrote only two novels about Pooh.
Correct Answer
B. FALSE
Explanation
The given statement is FALSE. The passage states that A.A. Milne, not David Benedictus, wrote the original two novels about Winnie the Pooh. David Benedictus is the author of the new sequel to the original stories.
29.
Winnie the Pooh to make a comeback
2009 will see the return of one of the world’s
best-loved fictional characters, Winnie the Pooh. The loveable bear was
created by British writer A.A. Milne and first appeared in a book in
1926. Milne only wrote two novels about Pooh’s adventures, the last
being ‘The House at Pooh Corner’ in 1928. Eighty years later, those in
charge of the Pooh name allowed the publication of a sequel. The third
book will be called ‘Return to the Hundred Acre Wood’. It will hit
bookstore shelves on October the 5th and should be an instant
bestseller. Many people predict it will be the biggest seller of the
year. The Pooh books have been translated into 50 languages. In 1966,
the Walt Disney company started making movies about Pooh and turned the
character into a household name.
The author David Benedictus wrote the new book. He described it as “an
honour to have my sequel to the original stories approved". He added:
“I hope that the new book will…maintain Milne's idea that whatever
happens, a little boy and his bear will always be playing." Mark
Burgess, a spokesperson for the Pooh Trustees, said he was sure the new
book captures the spirit of the two books written eight decades ago. He
said: "We hope that the many millions of Pooh enthusiasts and readers
around the world will embrace and cherish these new stories as if they
had just emerged from the pen of A.A. Milne himself." Mr. Burgess
explained how important Pooh is, saying: "The original books are one of
the greatest celebrations of childhood in any language.”
In how many language can someone read about Winne the Pooh?
Correct Answer
C. Fifty
Explanation
The passage states that the Pooh books have been translated into 50 languages. This means that someone can read about Winnie the Pooh in 50 different languages.
30.
Winnie the Pooh to make a comeback
2009 will see the return of one of the world’s
best-loved fictional characters, Winnie the Pooh. The loveable bear was
created by British writer A.A. Milne and first appeared in a book in
1926. Milne only wrote two novels about Pooh’s adventures, the last
being ‘The House at Pooh Corner’ in 1928. Eighty years later, those in
charge of the Pooh name allowed the publication of a sequel. The third
book will be called ‘Return to the Hundred Acre Wood’. It will hit
bookstore shelves on October the 5th and should be an instant
bestseller. Many people predict it will be the biggest seller of the
year. The Pooh books have been translated into 50 languages. In 1966,
the Walt Disney company started making movies about Pooh and turned the
character into a household name.
The author David Benedictus wrote the new book. He described it as “an
honour to have my sequel to the original stories approved". He added:
“I hope that the new book will…maintain Milne's idea that whatever
happens, a little boy and his bear will always be playing." Mark
Burgess, a spokesperson for the Pooh Trustees, said he was sure the new
book captures the spirit of the two books written eight decades ago. He
said: "We hope that the many millions of Pooh enthusiasts and readers
around the world will embrace and cherish these new stories as if they
had just emerged from the pen of A.A. Milne himself." Mr. Burgess
explained how important Pooh is, saying: "The original books are one of
the greatest celebrations of childhood in any language.”What is the name of the third and newest 'Pooh' novel?
Correct Answer
C. Return to the Hundred Acre Wood
Explanation
The third and newest 'Pooh' novel is called "Return to the Hundred Acre Wood". This book is a sequel to the original stories written by A.A. Milne and is written by author David Benedictus. The spokesperson for the Pooh Trustees, Mark Burgess, believes that the new book captures the spirit of the original novels and hopes that Pooh enthusiasts around the world will embrace and cherish these new stories.
31.
What was your favorite book as a child? Answer in a complete sentence.