English Grammar MCQ Quiz
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Choose the correct answer- The house was locked, so __________ could get in.
- A.
Everybody
- B.
Anybody
- C.
Somebody
- D.
Nobody
Correct Answer
D. NobodyExplanation
The correct answer is "nobody". This is because if the house was locked, it means that no one was able to enter. The word "nobody" refers to no person or no one, indicating that there was no possibility for anyone to get in.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Some people have difficulty in making __________ understood.
- A.
Themselves
- B.
Them
- C.
One
- D.
Oneself
Correct Answer
A. ThemselvesExplanation
Some people have difficulty in making themselves understood because they struggle to effectively express their thoughts, feelings, or ideas to others. They may have trouble articulating their thoughts clearly, using appropriate language, or organizing their ideas in a coherent manner. This can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunication, making it challenging for others to fully comprehend what they are trying to convey.Rate this question:
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- 3.
You look __________ a ghost.
- A.
Like you see
- B.
Like seeing
- C.
As though to see
- D.
As if you had seen
Correct Answer
D. As if you had seenExplanation
The correct answer is "as if you had seen." This phrase is used to express a comparison or simile, suggesting that the person being addressed looks extremely pale or frightened, resembling someone who has seen a ghost. The use of the past perfect tense "had seen" emphasizes the hypothetical nature of the comparison.Rate this question:
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Alex: I don't think I'll come with you tomorrow. Jim: OK, but let me know if you __________ .
- A.
Move your opinion
- B.
Change your mind
- C.
Change idea
- D.
Alert your mind
Correct Answer
B. Change your mindExplanation
Jim is telling Alex to let him know if he changes his decision or has a different opinion in the future. "Change your mind" means to alter one's decision or opinion, which is the most appropriate phrase in this context.Rate this question:
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__________ to see the new offices yet?
- A.
Have you had a chance
- B.
Did you get the possibility
- C.
Have you got the occasion
- D.
Do you get the opportunity
Correct Answer
A. Have you had a chanceExplanation
The correct answer is "Have you had a chance." This is because the phrase "have you had a chance" is commonly used to ask if someone has had the opportunity or occasion to do something. In this case, the question is asking if the person has had the opportunity to see the new offices. The other options do not convey the same meaning or are not grammatically correct.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The English __________ when meeting for the first time.
- A.
Hold hands
- B.
Give the hand
- C.
Offer the hand
- D.
Shake hands
Correct Answer
D. Shake handsExplanation
When meeting for the first time, it is customary in English culture to shake hands. This gesture is a common way of greeting and showing respect and friendliness towards each other. It involves clasping hands and briefly moving them up and down.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The bus has gone. Can you __________ home?
- A.
Make me a ride
- B.
Give me a lift
- C.
Ride me
- D.
Pick me up
Correct Answer
B. Give me a liftExplanation
The phrase "give me a lift" means to provide transportation to someone in a vehicle. In this context, since the bus has already left, the person is asking for someone to give them a ride home. The other options, "make me a ride," "ride me," and "pick me up," do not accurately convey the meaning of asking for transportation.Rate this question:
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- 8.
My car's __________. I must take it to the garage.
- A.
Broken down
- B.
Out of order
- C.
Gone off
- D.
In crash
Correct Answer
A. Broken downExplanation
The given correct answer, "broken down," suggests that the car is not functioning properly and has stopped working. This is indicated by the phrase "I must take it to the garage," implying that the car needs repair or maintenance.Rate this question:
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- 9.
I'd like to thank you __________ what you have done.
- A.
By
- B.
-
- C.
For
- D.
On
Correct Answer
C. ForExplanation
The phrase "I'd like to thank you for what you have done" is a common expression used to express gratitude towards someone for their actions or efforts. In this case, the preposition "for" is used to indicate the reason or purpose for which the speaker wants to thank the person. It shows that the speaker is grateful specifically for what the person has done.Rate this question:
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- 10.
I've forgotten __________ everything I was told.
- A.
Of
- B.
-
- C.
From
- D.
For
Correct Answer
B. -Explanation
The correct answer is "-". In this sentence, the word "forgotten" is followed by a direct object, which means that "of", "from", and "for" are not appropriate prepositions to use in this context. The hyphen is used to indicate that there is no preposition needed in this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 11.
I'm longing __________ the end of winter.
- A.
For
- B.
Of
- C.
-
- D.
On
Correct Answer
A. ForExplanation
The word "longing" implies a strong desire or yearning for something. In this case, the speaker is expressing a strong desire for the end of winter. The preposition "for" is used to indicate the object of the longing or desire. Therefore, the correct answer is "for."Rate this question:
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- 12.
Three of the verbs stay the same in the past, like put-put. Which one changes?
- A.
Shoot
- B.
Split
- C.
Spread
- D.
Set
Correct Answer
A. ShootExplanation
The question is asking which verb changes in the past tense. The past tense of "shoot" is "shot," which is different from the base form of the verb. Therefore, "shoot" is the verb that changes in the past tense, while the other three verbs (put, split, spread) remain the same.Rate this question:
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- 13.
__________ already left by the time I arrived.
- A.
He's
- B.
He is
- C.
He was
- D.
He'd
Correct Answer
D. He'dExplanation
The correct answer is "He'd." This is a contraction of "He had." The sentence suggests that someone had already left before the speaker arrived, indicating that the action of leaving occurred in the past. "He'd" is the appropriate contraction to indicate past tense.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Why __________ come with you?
- A.
I am not able to
- B.
I can't
- C.
Can't I
- D.
Am I not capable to
Correct Answer
C. Can't IExplanation
The correct answer is "can't I". This is because the question is asking for a suggestion or an invitation to come along, and "can't I" is a polite way to express the inability or unavailability to join someone. The other options do not convey the same meaning or politeness.Rate this question:
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- 15.
I last saw John __________ .
- A.
Before about three months
- B.
About three months ago
- C.
It was about three months
- D.
There was about three months
Correct Answer
B. About three months agoExplanation
The correct answer is "about three months ago". This phrase indicates the specific time when the speaker last saw John. The word "ago" emphasizes that the event happened in the past. The other options do not convey the same meaning or grammatical structure to indicate a past time.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Stop laughing! I can't __________.
- A.
Help it!
- B.
Resist!
- C.
Do anything against it!
- D.
Hold myself!
Correct Answer
A. Help it!Explanation
The phrase "Stop laughing! I can't help it!" is a common expression used when someone is unable to control their laughter. In this context, "help it" means to prevent or stop oneself from doing something, in this case, laughing. The other options do not convey the same meaning and are not commonly used in this context.Rate this question:
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- 17.
When is it going to stop raining? I wish __________.
- A.
I know!
- B.
I knew!
- C.
It stopped!
- D.
To stop it!
Correct Answer
B. I knew!Explanation
The correct answer is "I knew!" because the phrase "I wish" is used to express a desire for something to be different in the present or future. In this case, the speaker is expressing a wish for the rain to stop. By saying "I knew!" it implies that the speaker already had knowledge or information about when the rain would stop, indicating that their wish has been fulfilled.Rate this question:
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- 18.
It's going to rain. __________ take my coat, then.
- A.
I need
- B.
It's good if I
- C.
I'd better
- D.
What about I
Correct Answer
C. I'd betterExplanation
The phrase "I'd better" is the correct answer because it implies that the speaker should take their coat as a precautionary measure due to the possibility of rain. It suggests a sense of urgency and responsibility in making the decision to take the coat.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Is Sarah your __________ child, or does she have brothers and sisters?
- A.
Own
- B.
Only
- C.
Single
- D.
Unique
Correct Answer
B. OnlyExplanation
The word "only" is the correct answer because it implies that Sarah is the sole child and does not have any brothers or sisters. It suggests that there are no other siblings in the family.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Have you had __________ to look at the photos I sent you?
- A.
The moment
- B.
The possibility
- C.
An occasion
- D.
A chance
Correct Answer
D. A chanceExplanation
The phrase "Have you had a chance to look at the photos I sent you?" is a commonly used expression to inquire if someone has had the opportunity or time to view the photos that were sent to them. The other options, such as "the moment," "the possibility," and "an occasion," do not fit the context as well and do not convey the same meaning. Therefore, "a chance" is the most appropriate answer.Rate this question:
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19. That hat completely __________ your appearance.
- A.
Amends
- B.
Adapts
- C.
Alters
- D.
Adjusts
Correct Answer
C. AltersExplanation
The word "alters" means to change or modify something. In the given sentence, the hat completely changes or modifies the person's appearance. The other options, such as "amends," "adapts," and "adjusts," do not convey the same meaning of a significant change in appearance. Therefore, "alters" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 22.
He's a horrible man. I cannot stand the __________ of him.
- A.
View
- B.
Appearance
- C.
Sight
- D.
Glimpse
Correct Answer
C. SightExplanation
The word "sight" is the correct answer because it fits the context of the sentence. The speaker is expressing their strong dislike for the man and saying they cannot stand the sight of him. This suggests that the speaker finds his presence or physical appearance repulsive. The other options, such as "view," "appearance," and "glimpse," do not convey the same level of negative emotion towards the man.Rate this question:
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You must make __________ for him: he's not very well.
- A.
Adjustment
- B.
Allowances
- C.
Accommodation
- D.
Amends
Correct Answer
B. AllowancesExplanation
The word "allowances" fits in the sentence because it means to make concessions or provide something extra to someone. In this context, the person is not feeling well, so making allowances for him would involve giving him some leeway or extra support to accommodate his condition. This could mean being understanding of his limitations or providing him with additional assistance or resources.Rate this question:
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He's hardly got any money, but he always dresses immaculately: he likes to __________ .
- A.
Put his best foot forward
- B.
Make a splash
- C.
Paint the town red
- D.
Keep up appearances
Correct Answer
D. Keep up appearancesExplanation
The phrase "keep up appearances" means to maintain a certain image or outward appearance, even if it requires effort or deception. In this context, the person mentioned may not have much money, but they still dress well to give the impression that they are doing well financially. They want to maintain a certain level of appearance and not let others see their financial struggles.Rate this question:
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Choose the ending which forms a noun related to the word 'awkward'.
- A.
Awkward- -ment
- B.
Awkward- -ness
- C.
Awkward- -hood
- D.
Awkward- -acity
Correct Answer
B. Awkward- -nessExplanation
The ending "-ness" forms a noun related to the word "awkward". "Awkwardness" is the state or quality of being awkward.Rate this question:
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Choose the ending which forms a noun related to the word 'cruel'.
- A.
Cruel- -ity
- B.
Cruel- -dom
- C.
Cruel- -th
- D.
Cruel- -ty
Correct Answer
D. Cruel- -tyExplanation
The correct answer is "cruel- -ty" because adding the suffix "-ty" to the word "cruel" forms a noun that means the quality or state of being cruel.Rate this question:
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Three of these stems can be made into a noun by adding -over, e.g., stop+over => stopover. Find the one which cannot.
- A.
Hang- -over
- B.
Left- -over
- C.
Break- -over
- D.
Take- -over
Correct Answer
C. Break- -overExplanation
The stem "break-" cannot be made into a noun by adding "-over". Therefore, it is the one stem that cannot be transformed into a noun using this pattern.Rate this question:
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Three of these words can be made into verbs by adding -n or -en, e.g., wide=> widen. Find the one which cannot.
- A.
Threat
- B.
Depth
- C.
Length
- D.
Height
Correct Answer
B. DepthExplanation
Three of the words in the given list, threat, length, and height, can be made into verbs by adding -en or -n at the end, such as threaten, lengthen, and heighten. However, the word depth cannot be transformed into a verb by adding these suffixes.Rate this question:
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Three of these stems can form verbs ending in -ify, e.g., electr- => electrify. Find the one which cannot.
- A.
Min-
- B.
Ampl-
- C.
Fals-
- D.
Clar-
Correct Answer
A. Min-Explanation
The stem "min-" cannot form a verb ending in -ify. The other three stems, "ampl-", "fals-", and "clar-", can combine with -ify to form the verbs "amplify", "falsify", and "clarify" respectively. However, there is no commonly used verb formed from the stem "min-".Rate this question:
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A. Prepostions, Word Order and EXTRA grammar Choose the correct answer. Only one answer is correct. EXAMPLE. John __________ not here today. are be is am __________ say anything more.
- A.
I'd rather not to
- B.
I hadn't rather
- C.
I rather didn't
- D.
I'd rather not
Correct Answer
D. I'd rather notExplanation
The correct answer is "I'd rather not". This is the correct answer because it is the most grammatically correct option that fits in the given sentence. The other options either have incorrect word order or use incorrect grammar.Rate this question:
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If he __________ that to me, I'd have handed in my notice.
- A.
Would have said
- B.
Had said
- C.
Said
- D.
Was saying
Correct Answer
C. SaidExplanation
The correct answer is "said" because the sentence is in the conditional form, expressing a hypothetical situation. The use of "if" indicates that the speaker is talking about a possible scenario. In this case, if the person had said something to the speaker, the speaker would have handed in their notice. The verb "said" is the correct choice to complete the sentence in this context.Rate this question:
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Never forget __________ a soldier.
- A.
You are
- B.
You to be
- C.
Your being
- D.
You're being
Correct Answer
A. You areExplanation
The correct answer is "you are." This phrase is a reminder to never forget that you are a soldier. The use of "you are" emphasizes personal identity and responsibility as a soldier.Rate this question:
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Which sentence is closest in meaning to the sentence underlined? You really must have this room redecorated.
- A.
I assume that you were obliged to redecorate this room.
- B.
It is my view that this room needs to be redecorated.
- C.
I assume that you redecorated this room yourself.
- D.
Did you pay someone else to redecorate this room?
Correct Answer
B. It is my view that this room needs to be redecorated.Explanation
The correct answer is "It is my view that this room needs to be redecorated." This sentence expresses the same idea as the underlined sentence, indicating that the speaker believes the room requires redecoration.Rate this question:
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How dare you accuse me __________ flirting with your secretary?
- A.
By
- B.
For
- C.
Of
- D.
With
Correct Answer
C. OfExplanation
The correct answer is "of". In this sentence, the phrase "accuse me of" is used to express the action of blaming or charging someone with a particular behavior or wrongdoing. Therefore, accusing someone "of" something is the appropriate preposition to use in this context.Rate this question:
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He told her __________ her face that she was a thief.
- A.
In
- B.
At
- C.
Before
- D.
To
Correct Answer
D. ToExplanation
The correct answer is "to". In this context, "to" is used to indicate the purpose or intention behind the action of telling. The sentence suggests that the person communicated the information about the woman being a thief directly to her face.Rate this question:
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The ambulance arrived __________ minutes of the emergency call.
- A.
Within
- B.
By
- C.
After
- D.
With
Correct Answer
A. WithinExplanation
The correct answer is "within" because it indicates that the ambulance arrived in a certain time frame after the emergency call was made. It suggests that the response time of the ambulance was prompt and efficient.Rate this question:
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11. I __________ sight of her just as she disappeared into the bank.
- A.
Had
- B.
Caught
- C.
Took
- D.
Made
Correct Answer
B. CaughtExplanation
The correct answer is "caught". This is because "caught" is the past tense form of the verb "catch", which means to capture or seize someone or something. In this sentence, the speaker lost sight of the person just as they disappeared into the bank, implying that they were able to briefly capture or see the person before they disappeared.Rate this question:
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I know you're angry, but that's no reason to __________ it out on me.
- A.
Let
- B.
Put
- C.
Take
- D.
Throw
Correct Answer
C. TakeExplanation
The phrase "take it out on me" means to direct one's anger or frustration towards someone else. In this context, the speaker acknowledges that the other person is angry but suggests that they should not express it towards them. Therefore, the correct answer is "take," as it accurately completes the sentence and conveys the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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He never speaks well of anybody: he's always running people __________ .
- A.
Down
- B.
Out
- C.
Off
- D.
Up
Correct Answer
A. DownExplanation
The phrase "running people down" is an idiomatic expression that means to criticize or speak negatively about someone. In this context, the person never speaks positively about anyone and always criticizes them. Therefore, the correct answer is "down."Rate this question:
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You need to shop __________ if you want to find bargains.
- A.
About
- B.
Around
- C.
Along
- D.
Away
Correct Answer
B. AroundExplanation
If you want to find bargains, you need to shop "around". This means that you should visit different stores or places in order to compare prices and find the best deals. Shopping "about" or "along" does not convey the same idea of exploring different options, and "away" suggests the opposite of finding bargains.Rate this question:
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