1.
The plane leaves __________________ 4.30 pm
2.
10 pm = _______________________
Correct Answer
C. 10 in the evening
Explanation
The answer "10 in the evening" is correct because 10 pm refers to 10 o'clock at night. Evening typically refers to the time between late afternoon and night, usually from around 6 pm to 10 pm. Therefore, 10 pm falls within this time frame and is considered part of the evening.
3.
What's this?
Correct Answer
C. A car
4.
What's this?
Correct Answer
A. A motorbike
Explanation
The given answer, "A motorbike," is the correct one because the question is asking for the identification of the object being referred to. Among the options provided, a motorbike is the most suitable answer as it is a two-wheeled vehicle with an engine, which matches the description given in the question. The other options, such as a motorcar, bicycle, and tricycle, do not accurately represent the object being described.
5.
What's this?
Correct Answer
D. A bicycle
Explanation
The given options are different modes of transportation. Among them, a bicycle is the most suitable answer as it is a form of non-motorized transportation that is commonly used for personal commuting or recreational purposes. It is smaller and less complex compared to a car, bus, or taxi, making it the most appropriate choice.
6.
What's this?
Correct Answer
B. A train
Explanation
Based on the given options, the correct answer is "A train". This is because a train is a mode of transportation that runs on tracks and carries passengers or cargo. Trams, subways, and trucks are also modes of transportation, but they are not the correct answer in this context.
7.
What's this?
Correct Answer
C. A ship
Explanation
Based on the given options, the correct answer is "A ship". This can be inferred because the options represent different modes of transportation, and a ship is a type of vehicle used for traveling on water.
8.
What's this?
Correct Answer
D. An aeroplane
Explanation
The given options are different types of flying objects. Among them, an aeroplane is the most suitable answer as it is a commonly known and widely used mode of air transportation. Balloons are typically filled with hot air or gas and are not powered, gliders are unpowered aircraft that glide through the air, and helicopters are rotary-wing aircraft that can hover and maneuver vertically. Therefore, an aeroplane is the correct answer in this context.
9.
What's this?
Correct Answer
A. A traffic jam
Explanation
A traffic jam refers to a situation where there is a long line of vehicles that are unable to move or are moving very slowly due to congestion on the road. It is a common occurrence in urban areas during peak hours or due to accidents, road constructions, or other disruptions. The term "traffic jam" accurately describes the given scenario of a congested road with vehicles unable to move freely.
10.
If a train is crowded, there are a lot of __________ on the train.
Correct Answer
D. People
Explanation
The word "crowded" implies that there is a large number of individuals present in a limited space. In this context, "people" is the most appropriate option as it refers to human beings, who are commonly found on trains. The other options, such as animals, umbrellas, and bags, are not typically associated with trains being crowded.
11.
When people wait for a bus or train, they often stand in a line (US) or a __________ (UK).
Correct Answer
B. Queue
Explanation
When people wait for a bus or train, they often stand in a line (US) or a queue (UK). A queue refers to a line of people waiting for something, typically in an orderly fashion. In the UK, the term "queue" is commonly used to describe this waiting arrangement.
12.
Hanan ate ___ red apples that you left in the refrigerator.
Correct Answer
C. Hanan ate the red apples that you left in the refrigerator.
Explanation
Use "the" for a previously mentioned singular or plural count or noncount noun that the listener or reader is aware of.
13.
She is afraid of missing ____ driving test that she is taking tomorrow morning.
Correct Answer
D. Both a and c are correct.
Explanation
Both a and c are correct.
Use "the" for a previously mentioned singular or plural count or noncount noun that the listener or reader is aware of.
Or, you can also you the indefinite article "a" before a singular count noun that begins with a consonant.
14.
My friend is addicted to ____ Los Angeles Kings.
Correct Answer
B. My friend is addicted to the Los Angeles Kings.
Explanation
Use the definite article "the" for the names of sports teams:
The Los Angeles Lakers
The Dodgers
The Mets
The Red Socks
15.
___ boss was angry with his co-worker for not working seriously.
Correct Answer
E. All of the above are correct.
Explanation
Use either a possessive adjective such as "my" or "our" to indicate whose boss you are referring to. Or, you could also use the definite article THE.
16.
We saw ____ movie Avatar last night at the Cineplex Odeon in Westwood.
Correct Answer
B. We saw the movie Avatar last night at the Cineplex Odeon in Westwood.
Explanation
Use the definite article "the" to refer to a specific noun.
17.
____ furniture at this store is very expensive.
Correct Answer
B. The furniture at this store is very expensive.
Explanation
Use "the" for noncount nouns such as furniture.
Never place "a" or "an" before a noncount noun.
18.
___ traffic on the 101 freeway was very heavy.
Correct Answer
B. The traffic on the 101 freeway was very heavy.
Explanation
Use the definite article the to refer to a specific noun. In this case you are referring to a specific traffic situation that you experienced or were aware of.
19.
She attends classes at ____ UCLA.
Correct Answer
B. She attends classes at UCLA.
Explanation
Do not add an article in front of the name of a university.
However, you can use the article "the" when a proper noun is placed before another noun and is thus used as an adjective:
Example: She attends classes at the UCLA campus.
20.
We visited ____ Santa Barbara over the weekend.
Correct Answer
A. We visited Santa Barbara over the weekend.
Explanation
Do not add an article in front of the name of a city.
However, you can use the article "the" when a proper noun is placed before another noun and is thus used as an adjective:
Example: We visited the Santa Barbara courthouse and garden.
21.
You _________ show your passport at the airport.
Correct Answer
B. Have to
Explanation
When going to the airport, it is necessary to show your passport. The phrase "have to" indicates that it is a requirement or obligation to present your passport at the airport.
22.
Yesterday we (follow) ________ the new trail through the park.
Correct Answer
followed
Explanation
The correct answer is "followed" because it is the past tense form of the verb "follow." In the sentence, the speaker is referring to an action that occurred in the past, indicating that they followed the new trail through the park yesterday.
23.
We (go) ________ to the United States the year before.
Correct Answer
went
Explanation
The correct answer is "went" because it is the past tense form of the verb "go" that agrees with the subject "we."
24.
The boys (swim) ________ across the lake this morning.
Correct Answer
swam
Explanation
The correct answer is "swam." This is because the sentence is in the past tense and "swam" is the past tense form of the verb "swim."
25.
The paper boy (leave) ________ his bill in the mailbox the other day.
Correct Answer
left
Explanation
The correct answer is "left" because the sentence is in the past tense and the subject "paper boy" is singular. In the past tense, the verb "leave" changes to "left" for singular subjects. Therefore, the paper boy left his bill in the mailbox the other day.
26.
Mr. Santos (hurt) ________ his shoulder when he fell downstairs last Monday.
Correct Answer
hurt
Explanation
Mr. Santos injured his shoulder when he fell downstairs last Monday.
27.
The balloon suddenly (burst) ________.
Correct Answer
bursted
28.
The baby (drink) ________ all the milk a while ago.
Correct Answer
drank
Explanation
The word "drank" is the past tense form of the verb "drink." In this sentence, the word "drank" indicates that the action of drinking the milk was completed in the past.
29.
Uncle Joe (write) ________ a letter to the Mayor last month.
Correct Answer
wrote
Explanation
In the given sentence, the verb "write" needs to be in the past tense to match the time frame indicated by "last month." The correct past tense form of "write" is "wrote." Therefore, the correct answer is "wrote."
30.
The bellboy (carry) ________ the bags into the elevator a minute ago.
Correct Answer
carried
Explanation
The correct answer is "carried" because the sentence is in the past tense and the action of carrying the bags into the elevator already happened a minute ago.
31.
My cousins (arrive) ________ just recently.
Correct Answer
arrived
Explanation
The correct answer is "arrived". This is the past tense form of the verb "arrive" which matches with the subject "My cousins" in the sentence. It indicates that the action of arriving happened in the past and has already been completed.
32.
Which one is NOT a mean of transport?
Correct Answer
C. Feet
Explanation
The given options consist of various means of transportation like bus, bike, skates, and car. However, "feet" is not a mean of transport as it refers to the act of walking or using one's own legs to move from one place to another.
33.
Complete with a correct word.What time __________________ the train leave?
Correct Answer
does
Explanation
This question is asking about the time at which the train leaves. The word "does" is used to form a question in the present simple tense. In this case, it is used to ask for information about the train's departure time.
34.
I have ____________ orange for my snack today.
Correct Answer
B. An
Explanation
The correct answer is "an" because it is used before a vowel sound. In this case, "orange" starts with a vowel sound, so we use "an" instead of "a".
35.
This tea is from ___________ London.
Correct Answer
D. X
36.
I am drinking __________ apple juice.
Correct Answer
D. X
37.
We are studying all about __________ India.
Correct Answer
D. X
38.
The space rocket is in ___________ space.
Correct Answer
D. X
39.
This is __________ picture of my family.
Correct Answer
A. A
Explanation
The correct answer is "a" because "a" is used before words that begin with a consonant sound. In this sentence, the word "picture" begins with a consonant sound (/p/), so "a" is the appropriate article to use.
40.
I am eating ___________ enormous hamburger.
Correct Answer
B. An
Explanation
The word "enormous" starts with a vowel sound, so the correct choice is "an." This is because "an" is used before words that begin with a vowel sound, while "a" is used before words that begin with a consonant sound. In this case, "enormous" is pronounced with a long "e" sound, which is a vowel sound. Therefore, "an" is the appropriate choice to use before "enormous hamburger."
41.
I had a steak, ___________ carrots and some mashed potatoes for dinner.
Correct Answer
D. X
42.
My neighbours have ___________ Christmas tree in their living room.
Correct Answer
A. A
Explanation
The correct answer is "a". In this sentence, "Christmas tree" is a countable noun and it is singular. When a countable noun starts with a consonant sound, we use "a" before it. Therefore, "a Christmas tree" is the correct choice.
43.
This is _____________ only copy of the book in the library.
Correct Answer
C. The
Explanation
The correct answer is "the" because it is used before a noun to indicate that it is a specific noun, in this case, the specific copy of the book in the library. "A" and "an" are used before non-specific nouns, and "X" is not a valid article.
44.
Which is correct?She eats ___ orange each morning.
Correct Answer
B. She eats an orange each morning.
Explanation
Use the definite article "an" before a singular count noun that begins with a vowel or a vowel sound.
Vowels: A-E-I-O-U.
Vowel Sounds: Hour/An Hour; Honor/An Honor.
45.
You ________ drive a car in Germany when you are eighteen.
Correct Answer
B. Can
Explanation
In Germany, it is permissible to drive a car at the age of eighteen. The word "can" indicates the ability or permission to do something, implying that individuals who are eighteen years old have the option to drive a car. However, it does not imply any obligation or requirement to do so.
46.
You __________ punch people
Correct Answer
B. Can't
Explanation
The correct answer is "can't". This implies that you are not allowed or it is not acceptable to punch people. The word "can't" indicates a lack of ability or permission to perform the action of punching people.
47.
We _____________ speak Spanish in our English class.
Correct Answer
A. Can't
Explanation
The word "can't" indicates the inability or impossibility of speaking Spanish in the English class. This implies that speaking Spanish is not allowed or not part of the curriculum in the English class.
48.
Students ________ write ten sentences for their homework.
Correct Answer
A. Have to
Explanation
The correct answer is "have to" because it indicates that the students are required or obligated to write ten sentences for their homework. This implies that it is necessary for them to complete this task.
49.
If I pass my exam, I _________ go on holiday.
Correct Answer
A. Can
Explanation
If the person passes their exam, they have the option or ability to go on holiday. The word "can" indicates that it is possible for them to go on vacation if they are successful in their exam.
50.
He _________ wear a uniform at school.
Correct Answer
B. Has to
Explanation
The correct answer is "has to". This is because the phrase "has to" indicates an obligation or requirement to wear a uniform at school.