Quantifiers Quiz: Grammar Exam!
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Test yourself with our Quantifiers Quiz. Delve into the intricacies of quantifiers, essential linguistic tools that add precision and depth to communication.
In this interactive quiz, you'll encounter a series of thought-provoking questions designed to challenge your understanding of quantifiers. From simple quantifiers like "some" and "all" to more complex ones such as "most," "many," and "few," you'll explore how these words shape meaning and convey information in various contexts.
Test your knowledge and sharpen your skills as you navigate through scenarios where quantifiers play a crucial role. Can you discern the subtle differences between "few" and "a Read morefew," or accurately determine when to use "much" versus "many"? Put your linguistic prowess to the test and see if you can identify the appropriate quantifiers to complete sentences with precision.
Quantifiers Questions and Answers
- 1.
How ......... money do you have?
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
- C.
A lot
- D.
Any
Correct Answer
A. MuchExplanation
The question is asking about the amount of money someone has. The word "much" is the correct answer because it is used to ask about the quantity of something that cannot be counted.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Alice doesn't have ......... pets.
- A.
Many
- B.
Much
- C.
A lot
- D.
Plenty
Correct Answer
A. ManyExplanation
Alice doesn't have many pets. This means that she has a small number of pets or possibly none at all. The word "many" indicates a large quantity, so if Alice doesn't have many pets, it implies that she has few or no pets.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Leslie has ......... of candy; she is going to get a cavity if she eats it all!
- A.
A lot
- B.
A few
- C.
A little
- D.
Many
Correct Answer
A. A lotExplanation
The phrase "a lot" indicates a large quantity or number. In this context, it means that Leslie has a large quantity of candy. The line “is going to get a cavity” suggests Leslie has a large amount.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Jordan and Taylor have as ......... sisters as I do.
- A.
Many
- B.
A lot
- C.
Much
- D.
A little
Correct Answer
A. ManyExplanation
The word "many" is used to compare a countable noun (sisters in this case) between two or more individuals or groups. The other options, "a lot of" and "more," while indicating quantity, are not grammatically correct in this comparative sentence structure.Rate this question:
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- 5.
I have ......... of memories from this summer.
- A.
A lot
- B.
Many
- C.
Much
- D.
A little
Correct Answer
A. A lotExplanation
The phrase "a lot" is the correct answer because it accurately completes the sentence and conveys the idea that the speaker has a large quantity or a significant number of memories from the summer. The other options do not fit grammatically or semantically in the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 6.
I haven't got ......... change. Sorry!
- A.
Any
- B.
A few
- C.
A little
- D.
Many
Correct Answer
A. AnyExplanation
In this sentence, "any" is the correct choice because it is used in negative statements to indicate a lack of something. "I haven't got any change" means that you do not have any amount of change at all. "A few" and "a little" imply having at least some, which contradicts the negative statement. "Many" is used for countable nouns, while "change" in this context is uncountable, making "any" the right word.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Are there ......... campsites near you?
- A.
Many
- B.
Much
- C.
Lots
- D.
A lot
Correct Answer
A. ManyExplanation
The question is asking if there are multiple campsites near the person being addressed. The word "many" accurately conveys the idea of a large number of campsites, indicating that there are numerous options available.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How ......... eggs are in this cake?
- A.
Many
- B.
Much
- C.
Lots
- D.
A few
Correct Answer
A. ManyExplanation
The correct answer is "many" because the question is asking about the quantity of eggs in the cake, and "many" is used to refer to a large number of countable objects like eggs.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Do you think ......... people will come to the party?
- A.
Many
- B.
Much
- C.
A lot
- D.
Lots
Correct Answer
A. ManyExplanation
The correct answer is "many" because the question is asking about the number of people who will come to the party. "Many" is the appropriate word to use when referring to a large number of people, as it matches grammatically with the rest of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 10.
It was pouring with rain, but there wasn't ......... wind.
- A.
Much
- B.
Many
- C.
A few
- D.
A lot
Correct Answer
A. MuchExplanation
The correct answer is "much" because the phrase "pouring with rain" suggests a heavy amount of rain, but there is no mention of wind. "Much" is used to describe a large quantity or degree of something, which fits the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 11.
In Spain, there aren't ......... penguins.
- A.
Many
- B.
Much
- C.
A little
- D.
A few
Correct Answer
A. ManyExplanation
The correct answer is "many" because penguins are not typically found in Spain. "Many" indicates a large quantity or number, suggesting that there are no penguins in Spain, as opposed to "a little" or "a few" which imply a small quantity. "Much" is used for uncountable nouns, and since penguins can be counted, it is not the appropriate choice.Rate this question:
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- 12.
There is ......... of concern about underage drinking in our country.
- A.
A lot
- B.
A few
- C.
A litte
- D.
Many
Correct Answer
A. A lotExplanation
The correct quantifier is "a lot," which is used with uncountable nouns like "concern" to indicate a large amount. In this context, "a lot of concern" appropriately conveys that there is significant concern about underage drinking in the country. "A few" and "few" are used with countable nouns, while "many" is used with plural countable nouns, making them incorrect in this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 13.
John had heard ......... stories about her.
- A.
Many
- B.
Much
- C.
A lot
- D.
A little
Correct Answer
A. ManyExplanation
John had heard many stories about her. This implies that John has heard a large number of stories about her, indicating that there have been numerous tales circulating about her.Rate this question:
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- 14.
I went shopping on Black Friday and spent ......... of money. I filled up my whole shopping cart!
- A.
A lot
- B.
A few
- C.
A little
- D.
Many
Correct Answer
A. A lotExplanation
The phrase "a lot" indicates a large amount of money was spent while shopping on Black Friday. This suggests that the person spent a significant sum of money during their shopping trip.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Hurry up! We've got ......... of things to do!
- A.
Lots
- B.
A little
- C.
Much
- D.
A few
Correct Answer
A. LotsExplanation
The phrase "Hurry up! We've got lots of things to do!" suggests that there are a large number of tasks or activities that need to be completed quickly. The word "lots" is used to indicate a significant quantity, emphasizing the urgency and importance of completing the tasks.Rate this question:
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- 16.
I have ......... of time. No need to rush.
- A.
Plenty
- B.
A few
- C.
A little
- D.
Much
Correct Answer
A. PlentyExplanation
The phrase "No need to rush" indicates that the speaker has a lot of time. The word "plenty" means an abundant or sufficient amount, so the correct answer suggests that the speaker has enough time and does not want to be hurried.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Have you eaten ......... of chocolates?
- A.
Lots
- B.
Many
- C.
Much
- D.
A few
Correct Answer
A. LotsExplanation
The correct answer is "lots" because it is used to describe a large quantity of something. In this case, it is asking if the person has eaten a large quantity of chocolates. The other options, "many," "much," and "a few," do not convey the same meaning of a large quantity and do not make sense grammatically with the rest of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Can I add ......... salt, please? It's very bland.
- A.
A little
- B.
A few
- C.
Many
- D.
Much
Correct Answer
A. A littleExplanation
The phrase "a little" is the correct answer because it is used to modify uncountable nouns, such as "salt." In this context, the speaker is asking for a small amount of salt to enhance the flavor of the food, indicating that it is bland. The other options, "a few," "many," and "much," are not appropriate in this context as they are used with countable nouns or to describe a large quantity, which is not what the speaker is requesting.Rate this question:
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- 19.
I have ......... books to check out at the library.
- A.
A few
- B.
A little
- C.
Lots
- D.
A lot
Correct Answer
A. A fewExplanation
The correct answer is "a few". This is because "a few" indicates a small number of exams, which implies that the person has a manageable amount of books to check. The other options, such as "a little," "lots," and "a lot," suggest a larger quantity and do not grammatically align with the rest of the statement.Rate this question:
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- 20.
We didn't bring anything to eat but, fortunately, we have got ......... of food from yesterday.
- A.
A lot
- B.
Many
- C.
Much
- D.
A few
Correct Answer
A. A lotExplanation
Fortunately, we have a lot of food from yesterday, which means we have a large quantity of food. This implies that even though we didn't bring anything to eat, we have enough food to satisfy our hunger.Rate this question:
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