1.
What's ........ name ?
Correct Answer
C. Your
Explanation
The correct answer is "your". The question is asking for the possessive form of the word "you". In this case, "your" is the correct possessive form to use when asking about someone's name.
2.
We're Chinese, we're ......Beijing.
Correct Answer
B. From
Explanation
The correct answer is "from." This is because the sentence is indicating the origin or nationality of the subject, which is "We." The word "from" is used to express the idea of coming or originating from a particular place. In this case, it implies that the individuals being referred to are Chinese and they come from Beijing.
3.
Jane's ....... nice and polite.
Correct Answer
C. Very
4.
.........a light?
Correct Answer
C. Have you got
Explanation
The correct answer is "Have you got." This is the correct question structure in English to ask about possession or availability of something. The other options are incorrect because they use incorrect verb forms or word order. "Do have you" is not a correct question structure. "Do you got" uses the incorrect past tense form of "get." "Are you have" uses incorrect word order.
5.
Margaret.....usually come by bus
Correct Answer
A. Doesn't
Explanation
The correct answer is "doesn't". In this sentence, we are talking about Margaret and her habit of coming by bus. The word "doesn't" is the contraction of "does not" and is used with third-person singular subjects, like Margaret. Therefore, it is the appropriate choice to indicate that Margaret does not usually come by bus.
6.
They....at home last night.
Correct Answer
B. Weren't
Explanation
The correct answer is "weren't" because it is the past tense of the verb "to be" and matches the subject "they." This indicates that the action of being at home did not occur last night.
7.
What.....you say?
Correct Answer
D. Did
Explanation
The word "did" is the correct answer because it is used to form the past tense of the verb in the question. In this case, the question is asking for the past tense of the verb "say," so "did" is the appropriate choice.
8.
Why.....crying?
Correct Answer
A. Are you
Explanation
The correct answer is "are you". This is because the question is asking about the reason for someone's crying, and in English, we typically use the verb "to be" (in this case, "are") to inquire about someone's state or condition. Therefore, the correct question structure is "Why are you crying?"
9.
Where....to spend your holidays next summer?
Correct Answer
B. Are you going
Explanation
The correct answer is "are you going." This is because the question is asking about future plans for spending holidays, and the correct form to use in this context is the present continuous tense.
10.
........never been to theater before.
Correct Answer
D. I've
Explanation
The correct answer is "I've." This is because the phrase "never been to theater before" indicates a past experience, and "I've" is the contraction of "I have," which is used to talk about past experiences. The other options, "I'll," "I'm," and "I can," do not convey the same meaning of a past experience.
11.
Seiko watches....in Japan.
Correct Answer
A. Are made
Explanation
The correct answer is "are made." This is the correct answer because it follows the correct verb tense and subject-verb agreement. "Seiko watches" is the subject of the sentence, and since it is plural, the verb "are" should be used. Additionally, the verb "made" is in the past participle form, which is appropriate for indicating that the watches are being produced in Japan.
12.
Where...when you met him?
Correct Answer
C. Was he living
Explanation
The correct answer is "was he living". This question is asking about the past, specifically about someone's living situation at a certain point in the past. The phrase "was he living" is in the past continuous tense, which is used to describe an ongoing action or state in the past. In this context, it suggests that the person being referred to was alive and had a specific living arrangement at a particular time in the past.
13.
If.....I'll tell him you called.
Correct Answer
B. I see him
Explanation
The correct answer is "I see him." This is because the sentence is in the present tense, so the verb should also be in the present tense. "I see him" is the correct form in the present tense.
14.
What.....since you arrived?
Correct Answer
D. Have you been doing
Explanation
The question is asking about an action that has been happening since the person arrived. The correct answer "have you been doing" is in the present perfect continuous tense, which is used to talk about actions that started in the past and are still happening in the present. This suggests that the person is asking about an ongoing activity or behavior that has been occurring since the person arrived.
15.
Wine.....made in Italy for thousands of years.
Correct Answer
C. Has been
Explanation
The correct answer is "has been" because it indicates that the production of wine in Italy started in the past and is still continuing in the present. This suggests a long-standing tradition of winemaking in Italy that has persisted for thousands of years.
16.
My husband....live in Spain.
Correct Answer
C. Used to
Explanation
The correct answer is "used to." This is because "used to" is the correct phrase to indicate a past habit or state that no longer exists. In this sentence, it implies that the husband had a previous habit or state of living in Spain, but that is no longer the case.
17.
If I ......I would go out more.
Correct Answer
A. Wasn't married
Explanation
The correct answer is "wasn't married". This answer suggests that the person is currently married and if they were not married, they would go out more. It implies that the person's marital status is preventing them from going out frequently.
18.
I was very....in the story.
Correct Answer
C. Intrested
19.
You.....come if you don't want to.
Correct Answer
B. Needn't
Explanation
The correct answer is "needn't." This is because "needn't" is a contraction of "need not," which is used to express that something is not necessary or required. In this context, it implies that coming is optional and not obligatory.
20.
I.....see you tomorrow. I'm not sure.
Correct Answer
D. Might
Explanation
The word "might" is the correct answer because it suggests uncertainty about the speaker's ability to see the person tomorrow. It implies that there is a possibility but no guarantee of the meeting happening.
21.
.....is bad for you.
Correct Answer
A. Smoking
Explanation
Smoking is bad for you because it is a harmful habit that causes numerous health problems. It is a well-known fact that smoking increases the risk of developing lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory issues. Additionally, smoking can also lead to other serious health conditions such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and stroke. The harmful chemicals present in cigarettes can damage the lungs and other organs, leading to a decreased quality of life and potentially fatal consequences. Therefore, it is strongly advised to avoid smoking to maintain good health.
22.
I.....told him if I had known he was your brother.
Correct Answer
C. Wouldn't have
Explanation
The correct answer is "wouldn't have". This answer is correct because it is the correct conditional form to use in this sentence. The sentence is expressing a hypothetical situation in the past, where the speaker is saying that if they had known the person was the listener's brother, they would not have done something. The correct form is "wouldn't have" because it combines the past tense of "would" (which indicates the hypothetical situation) with the past participle "have" to indicate the action that would not have been taken.
23.
He....living there for three years before they found him.
Correct Answer
A. Had been
Explanation
The correct answer is "had been". This is because the sentence is referring to an action that occurred in the past before another action took place. The use of "had been" indicates that the person had already been living there for three years before they were found.
24.
I wish you.....all the time.
Correct Answer
C. Wouldn't shout
Explanation
The phrase "I wish you wouldn't shout" expresses a desire or preference for the person not to shout. It implies that the speaker finds the shouting behavior unpleasant or bothersome and would prefer if it didn't happen. The use of "wouldn't" suggests a hypothetical or unreal situation, indicating that the speaker is expressing a wish for something that is not currently happening.
25.
By the time you arrive....
Correct Answer
B. He'll have left
Explanation
The correct answer is "he'll have left" because the sentence is referring to an action that will be completed in the future before a specific point in time. The future perfect tense is used to indicate that the leaving will happen before the arrival.
26.
The house....built in the 16th century.
Correct Answer
A. Might have been
Explanation
The correct answer is "might have been" because it indicates a possibility or speculation about the past. In this case, it suggests that the house was potentially built in the 16th century, but it is not confirmed or known for certain.
27.
Don't forget....me a newspaper.
Correct Answer
D. To buy
Explanation
The correct answer is "to buy" because the sentence is asking someone to remember to do something in the future, which is buying a newspaper. The phrase "to buy" indicates the intention or purpose of the action.
28.
Whenever there was a visitor, the dog....to the door.
Correct Answer
C. Would run
Explanation
The correct answer is "would run" because the sentence is in the past tense and "would run" is the correct past tense form of the verb "run" in this context. It suggests that whenever there was a visitor in the past, the dog had a habit of running to the door.
29.
He is an executive in ........
Correct Answer
A. The car industry
Explanation
The correct answer is "the car industry" because it refers to a specific industry, which is the automobile industry or the industry related to cars. The use of the definite article "the" indicates that it is a specific industry rather than a general or multiple industries.
30.
Peter sold his car....save money.
Correct Answer
C. In order to
Explanation
The phrase "in order to" is used to indicate the purpose or intention behind an action. In this case, Peter sold his car with the intention of saving money. It suggests that the reason for selling the car was to achieve the goal of saving money.
31.
He adviced me....the doctor.
Correct Answer
B. To see
Explanation
The correct answer is "to see" because the sentence structure requires an infinitive verb form after the verb "advised." In this case, the speaker is advising the person to see the doctor.
32.
I...travelling by bus.
Correct Answer
A. Am not used to
Explanation
The correct answer is "am not used to" because it is the correct form to express that someone is not accustomed to or familiar with something. The phrase "am not used to" is used to describe a current situation or habit that is different from what one is used to or familiar with. In this case, the speaker is stating that they are not accustomed to or familiar with travelling by bus.
33.
He didn't come last night. I wish that he....
Correct Answer
A. Had
Explanation
The correct answer is "had". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and the speaker is expressing a wish or regret about something that didn't happen in the past. "Had" is the past perfect tense of the verb "to have" and is used to indicate an action that occurred before another past action. In this case, the speaker is wishing that the person had come last night, indicating that they did not come.
34.
I am going to a wedding. I need to.....
Correct Answer
C. Have my hair cut
Explanation
The correct answer is "have my hair cut." In this context, the speaker is indicating that they need to get their hair cut before attending the wedding. The phrase "have my hair cut" implies that the speaker will have someone else perform the action of cutting their hair.
35.
Which would you.....have, gold or silver?
Correct Answer
C. Rather
Explanation
The word "rather" is used to express a preference or choice between two options. In this question, the speaker is asking which option the person would choose, gold or silver. Therefore, "rather" is the most appropriate word to use in this context.
36.
My sister has been in the hospital. I wonder how she....
Correct Answer
A. Is getting on
Explanation
The phrase "getting on" is commonly used to inquire about someone's well-being or progress. In this context, the speaker is expressing concern for their sister's condition while she is in the hospital. The present continuous tense "is getting on" suggests that the speaker is interested in knowing how their sister's situation is currently progressing.
37.
The man said he did not .....to go by bus.
Correct Answer
C. Mind having
Explanation
The phrase "mind having" means that someone is willing or okay with doing something. In this context, the man is saying that he does not have a problem or objection to going by bus.
38.
Although he confessed to the crime, the judge let the boy....
Correct Answer
C. Off
Explanation
The judge let the boy off means that the judge decided not to punish or convict the boy for the crime he confessed to. The word "off" in this context implies that the boy was exempted or released from any legal consequences or penalties for his actions.
39.
I've never....that word before.
Correct Answer
B. Come across
Explanation
The phrase "I've never come across that word before" suggests that the speaker has never encountered or found the word in question before. "Come across" means to find or discover something by chance or unexpectedly. Therefore, this phrase implies that the speaker has never encountered the word previously.
40.
The student could not answer the question, so he....
Correct Answer
C. Gave up
Explanation
The student could not answer the question, so he "gave up". This means that he stopped trying or attempting to answer the question. He may have felt defeated or unable to find the correct answer, so he chose to abandon his efforts and accept that he could not answer the question.