Passive Causative

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    Alcatraz Prison ____ is located in San Francisco Bay, was a depressing place to live.

    • That
    • , which
    • Option 3
    • Option 4
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This quiz focuses on the passive causative form in English grammar, assessing the ability to recognize and construct sentences where actions are performed indirectly by an agent. It's essential for learners aiming to enhance their grammatical precision in academic and professional English.

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  • 2. 

    The government ---- that the tasks ---- with great success.

    • Is confirming / maintained

    • Confirms / have been maintained

    • Was confirmed / have maintained

    • Will confirm / had been maintained

    Correct Answer
    A. Confirms / have been maintained
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "confirms / have been maintained." In this sentence, the subject "government" should be followed by the present tense verb "confirms" to match the singular form. Additionally, the use of "have been maintained" is appropriate to indicate that the tasks have been consistently and successfully carried out in the past.

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  • 3. 

    He ---- his first collection of poems in the early eighties and since that time he ---- by critics and public.

    • Publishes / praised

    • Publishes / has praised

    • Will publish / will be praised

    • Published / has been praised

    Correct Answer
    A. Published / has been praised
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "published / has been praised". The sentence is in the past tense, so "published" is the correct verb form to use. Additionally, the use of "since that time" indicates that the action of being praised started in the past and continues to the present, which is why "has been praised" is the correct verb form to use.

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  • 4. 

    Most of the patient visits ---- to physician assistants in the recent years all around he world. 

    • Have been made

    • Was made

    • Will have been made

    • Have made

    Correct Answer
    A. Have been made
    Explanation
    In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of patient visits to physician assistants worldwide. This suggests that a large number of patient visits have already taken place. The phrase "have been made" indicates that these visits have occurred in the past and are ongoing.

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  • 5. 

    ---- its creation in 1903, the High Court of Australia has been responsible for interpreting the constitution.

    • Because

    • Since

    • Unlike

    • While

    Correct Answer
    A. Since
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Since". This is because the word "since" is used to indicate a specific point in time or cause and effect relationship. In this case, it suggests that the High Court of Australia has been responsible for interpreting the constitution from the time of its creation in 1903.

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  • 6. 

    We can very confidently predict that if more of the forests ----, there ---- erosion 

    • Cut / is

    • Are cut / will be

    • Will cut / was

    • Have been cut / used to be

    Correct Answer
    A. Are cut / will be
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "are cut / will be." This is because the use of the present tense "are cut" indicates that the action of cutting forests is ongoing or continuous. The future tense "will be" suggests that the consequence of cutting forests, which is erosion, will occur in the future as a result of the ongoing action.

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  • 7. 

    ---- the emphasis on the technical study of language and literature, Roman education was remote from the real world and the interests of the schoolboys.

    • Now that

    • Otherwise

    • Because of

    • Thus

    Correct Answer
    A. Because of
    Explanation
    The phrase "Because of" is the correct answer because it indicates a cause and effect relationship between the emphasis on the technical study of language and literature and the remote nature of Roman education from the real world and the interests of the schoolboys. It suggests that the reason for the disconnect between education and real-world interests is the heavy focus on technical study.

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  • 8. 

    With a comprehensive international report, the country's position In the regional and global arena ---- with measurable criteria.

    • Will be identified

    • Is to identify

    • Identified

    • Is going to identify

    Correct Answer
    A. Will be identified
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "will be identified". In the given sentence, the future tense is used to express that the country's position in the regional and global arena will be determined or recognized through a comprehensive international report. The use of "will be" indicates that this identification process is yet to happen in the future.

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  • 9. 

    Choose the correct option below when it comes to commas before conjunctions:

    • I would go for a walk, but for the rain.

    • I would go for a walk, and for the rain.

    • I would go for a walk, but it’s raining outside.

    • I would go for a walk, and outside it's raining

    Correct Answer
    A. I would go for a walk, but it’s raining outside.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I would go for a walk, but it’s raining outside." This is the correct option because it follows the rule of using a comma before the coordinating conjunction "but" to separate two independent clauses. The comma helps to indicate a pause in the sentence and make the meaning clear.

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  • 10. 

    No clinical studies ---- in this child disease research so far.

    • Had completed

    • Will be completed

    • Have completed

    • Have been completed

    Correct Answer
    A. Have been completed
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "have been completed." This is because the sentence is in the present perfect tense, indicating that the action of completing clinical studies in child disease research has happened in the past and is still relevant in the present. The use of "have been" suggests that the studies were completed by someone or a group of people.

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  • 11. 

    ---- T.S. Eliot published few poems, they have had a tremendous influence on modern poetic technique.

    • Although

    • Since

    • Thus

    • While

    Correct Answer
    A. Although
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "although". This conjunction is used to introduce a contrast or concession between two ideas. In this case, it is used to show that despite T.S. Eliot publishing only a few poems, they still had a significant impact on modern poetic technique. The word "although" helps to emphasize the surprising or unexpected nature of this influence.

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  • 12. 

    These differences between two photographs ---- with the help of Photoshop.

    • Should remove

    • Must have removed

    • Could have been removed

    • Have to remove

    Correct Answer
    A. Could have been removed
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "could have been removed." This implies that the differences between the two photographs had the potential to be eliminated using Photoshop. The phrase "could have" suggests that it was possible to remove the differences, but it does not indicate whether or not they were actually removed.

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  • 13. 

    Choose the correct sentence.

    • Chip is the kind of person who my parents warned me about.

    • Chip is the kind of person whom my parents warned me about.

    • Option 3

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Chip is the kind of person whom my parents warned me about.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Chip is the kind of person whom my parents warned me about." The word "whom" is used to refer to the object of a verb or preposition, while "who" is used as the subject of a sentence. In this case, "whom" is used because it is the object of the verb "warned."

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  • 14. 

    Abundance of prey can vary locally within a region. ----, whales must be prepared to move constantly in search of the highest food densities.

    • Since

    • Both

    • As

    • Thus

    Correct Answer
    A. Thus
    Explanation
    The word "Thus" indicates that the statement following it is a conclusion or result of the previous statement. In this case, the previous statement mentions that the abundance of prey can vary locally within a region. The use of "Thus" suggests that because of this variation in prey abundance, whales must be prepared to constantly move in search of areas with the highest food densities.

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  • 15. 

    Choose the correct option

    • The order was requested six weeks ago, therefore. I expected the shipment to arrive by now.

    • The order was requested: six weeks ago, therefore, I expected the shipment to arrive by now.

    • The order was requested six weeks ago; therefore, I expected the shipment to arrive by now.

    • The order was requested six weeks ago: therefore, I expected the shipment, to arrive by now.

    Correct Answer
    A. The order was requested six weeks ago; therefore, I expected the shipment to arrive by now.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The order was requested six weeks ago; therefore, I expected the shipment to arrive by now." This is the correct option because it uses proper punctuation and grammar. The semicolon is used to separate two independent clauses, and the comma is used to indicate a pause in the sentence. The use of "therefore" also indicates a cause-and-effect relationship between the order being requested and the expectation of the shipment arriving.

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  • 16. 

    Additionally, not everyone is glamorous, and viewers can ___ characters as people who could live next door.

    • Associate with

    • Relate to

    • Option 3

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Relate to
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "relate to". This means that not everyone is glamorous and viewers can understand or connect with these characters as regular people who could live next door. The phrase "relate to" implies that the viewers can find similarities or common experiences with these characters, making them more relatable and realistic.

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  • 17. 

    It ---- that his music ---- thousands of people in the next years.

    • Was thought / will influence

    • Thinks / is influencing

    • Is thought / will influence

    • Thought / influenced

    Correct Answer
    A. Is thought / will influence
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "is thought / will influence". This is because the sentence is discussing a belief or opinion about something happening in the present (his music being influential) and a future outcome (influencing thousands of people). The use of "is thought" indicates the present belief, and "will influence" indicates the future outcome.

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  • 18. 

    Epilepsy ---- to be caused by poor air, which ---- to be carried by the veins to the brain.

    • Is believed / thought

    • Believes / is thought

    • Was believed / was thought

    • Is believing / is thinking

    Correct Answer
    A. Was believed / was thought
    Explanation
    In the past, it was believed and thought that epilepsy was caused by poor air, which was thought to be carried by the veins to the brain. This suggests that there was a historical belief or understanding that poor air quality could lead to epilepsy, and this belief was commonly held at that time.

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  • 19. 

    Choose the correct sentence

    • What are your childrens names?

    • What are your childrens’ names?

    • What are your children’s names?

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. What are your children’s names?
    Explanation
    The correct sentence is "What are your children’s names?" because it uses the correct possessive form of "children" by using an apostrophe followed by an "s" after the word "children". This indicates that the names belong to the children.

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  • 20. 

    Choose the correct sentence

    • She left Albany, New York on January 18, of that year.

    • She left Albany New York, on January 18, of that year.

    • She left Albany, New York, on January 18 of that year.

    • She left Albany New York, on January 18 of that year.

    Correct Answer
    A. She left Albany, New York, on January 18 of that year.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "She left Albany, New York, on January 18 of that year." The commas are used to set off the additional information "New York" to specify which Albany is being referred to. The comma after "January 18" is used to separate the date from the phrase "of that year." This punctuation follows standard grammar rules for clarity and readability.

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  • 21. 

    The poor bird ---- and all its efforts to escape from the trap ---- in vain.

    • Had been captured / were

    • Had been captured / was

    • Has been captured / had been

    • Captures / were

    Correct Answer
    A. Had been captured / were
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "had been captured / were". The use of the past perfect tense "had been captured" indicates that the bird was captured before the events mentioned in the sentence. The verb "were" is used to show that the bird's efforts to escape were unsuccessful.

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  • 22. 

    The water ___ I drank last night contained a lot of sodium.

    • That

    • , which

    • Option 3

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. That
    Explanation
    The word "that" is the correct answer because it is used to introduce a restrictive clause that provides essential information about the water. In this context, "that" is used to specify the specific water that the speaker is referring to, which is the water they drank last night.

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  • 23. 

    He asked me ___ my phone was receiving cell service.

    • Whether

    • If

    • Option 3

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Whether
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "whether" because it is used to introduce a direct question and is commonly used to ask about choices or possibilities. In this case, the person is asking about the status of the phone's cell service.

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  • 24. 

    Choose the correct sentence

    • Ella was the better of the two sisters at gymnastics.

    • Ella was the best of the two sisters at gymnastics.

    • Option 3

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Ella was the better of the two sisters at gymnastics.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Ella was the better of the two sisters at gymnastics." This sentence implies that Ella was more skilled or talented in gymnastics compared to her sister. It suggests that while both sisters may be good at gymnastics, Ella was superior or had a higher level of proficiency.

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  • 25. 

    Stephen Crane's schooling was not continuous; ---- he read all of the 19th-century English writers and the Greek and Latin classics.

    • Although

    • Nonetheless

    • Because of

    • Therefor

    Correct Answer
    A. Nonetheless
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "nonetheless". This word is used to contrast the fact that Stephen Crane's schooling was not continuous with the fact that he still managed to read all of the 19th-century English writers and the Greek and Latin classics. It implies that despite the interruptions in his education, he was still able to pursue his passion for literature.

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