Some, Any Or No?

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| By Matthaios Matthaiakis

Matthaios Matthaiakis, English Teacher

Matthaios Mattha teaches English at a private school of foreign languages since 2005 and holds a background in business with studies at the University of Salford in Manchester. His true passion lies in the field of teaching.

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Can a have ..... orange juice?
- Some

About This Quiz

This quiz titled 'Some, Any or No? ' assesses understanding of these quantifiers in English grammar. It includes various sentences where learners choose the correct word, enhancing their grammatical precision and fluency in English usage.

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There isn't ..... food in the fridge
- Some
- Any
- No
Correct Answer

A. Any

Explanation

The correct answer is "any" because it is used in negative sentences to indicate the absence of something. In this case, it suggests that there is no food in the fridge. The word "some" indicates a positive quantity, while "no" implies a complete absence. However, "any" is the appropriate choice as it emphasizes the lack of food in the given context.

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3.

I am very busy. I have .... time to chat with you now.
- Some
- Any
- No
Correct Answer

A. No

Explanation

The correct answer is "no" because the sentence indicates that the person is very busy and does not have any time to chat. The word "no" implies the absence of time available for chatting.

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4.

Some people prefer to study in the morning. Others at night.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Some people prefer to study in the morning while others prefer to study at night. This statement is true because different individuals have different preferences when it comes to studying. Some people find that they are more alert and focused in the morning, allowing them to absorb information more effectively. On the other hand, some individuals may find that they are more productive and can concentrate better during the night. Ultimately, the choice of studying time depends on personal preferences and what works best for each individual.

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5.

If you have ..... problem give me a call.

Correct Answer
any

Explanation
The word "any" in this sentence suggests that the speaker is open to helping with any type of problem. It indicates that the speaker is willing to offer assistance regardless of the specific issue.

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6.

There aren't ..... books on the desk.
- No
- Some
- Any
Correct Answer

A. Any

Explanation

The correct answer is "any" because it indicates that there are no books on the desk. "No" would imply that there are books on the desk, while "some" would imply that there are at least a few books on the desk. "Any" is the appropriate word to use when there are zero books on the desk.

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7.

We are broke. We have ..... money to spend.
- Some
- Any
- No
Correct Answer

A. No

Explanation

The correct answer is "no" because the sentence states that "We are broke" which means we have no money. Therefore, the word "no" accurately reflects the lack of money to spend.

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8.

I gave him ...... medicine for his toothache. He must be fine now.

Correct Answer
some

Explanation
The word "some" is used to indicate an unspecified quantity or amount of medicine. It suggests that the speaker provided a certain amount of medicine to the person with a toothache, but the exact quantity is not specified. The use of "some" implies that the speaker believes the medicine given should be sufficient to alleviate the toothache and expects the person to be fine now.

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She doesn't want ...... dessert. She is on a strict diet.
- Some
- No
- Any
Correct Answer

A. Any

Explanation

The word "any" is the correct answer because it is used in negative sentences to indicate that there is no preference or possibility for something. In this case, the person is on a strict diet and does not want any dessert, indicating that they are not allowing themselves to have any type of dessert.

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10.

There aren't ..... good book on this topic. I will have to write one myself!
- Some
- Any
- No
Correct Answer

A. Any

Explanation

The word "any" is the correct answer because it is used in negative sentences to indicate the absence or lack of something. In this case, the speaker is expressing that there are no good books on the topic. The use of "any" emphasizes the lack of availability and suggests that the speaker will have to take the initiative to write a book on the topic themselves.

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Some, Any Or No?

Can a have ..... orange juice?

There isn't ..... food in the fridge

I am very busy. I have .... time to chat with you now.

Some people prefer to study in the morning. Others at night.

If you have ..... problem give me a call.

There aren't ..... books on the desk.

We are broke. We have ..... money to spend.

I gave him ...... medicine for his toothache. He must be fine now.

She doesn't want ...... dessert. She is on a strict diet.

There aren't ..... good book on this topic. I will have to write one myself!