Quick Grammar Test For Beginners
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
I love …………………….. food, I don’t have much time to cook.
- A.
Meal
- B.
Takeout
- C.
Steak
Correct Answer
B. TakeoutExplanation
The correct answer is "takeout". The statement mentions that the person loves food but doesn't have much time to cook. "Takeout" refers to food that is prepared and bought from a restaurant or store to be eaten at home or elsewhere. This option makes sense as it allows the person to enjoy food without the need for cooking.Rate this question:
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- 2.
She likes her ………………. Well done.
- A.
Steak
- B.
Roast
- C.
Meal
Correct Answer
A. SteakExplanation
The correct answer is "steak" because the sentence states "She likes her..." which implies that the subject has a preference for a specific item. Among the given options, "steak" is the only one that fits this context as a food item that someone can like.Rate this question:
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- 3.
It’s dangerous to play tennis on wet …………………. . You might get injured.
- A.
Track
- B.
Field
- C.
Court
Correct Answer
C. CourtExplanation
Playing tennis on a wet court can be dangerous because the surface becomes slippery, increasing the risk of injuries. The wetness reduces the traction between the player's feet and the court, making it difficult to move quickly and change directions. This can lead to slips, falls, and twisted ankles. Therefore, it is important to avoid playing tennis on wet courts to prevent potential injuries.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Actually, I think ................... that honesty, because it helps us to know what people like.
- A.
Preferring
- B.
Prefer
- C.
Preferred
Correct Answer
B. PreferExplanation
The correct answer is "prefer". In the given sentence, the speaker is expressing their opinion about honesty and how it helps them understand what people like. The word "prefer" fits well in this context as it means to like or choose one thing over another.Rate this question:
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- 5.
...............................the fish is cooked now ?
- A.
Did you think
- B.
Are you thinking
- C.
Do you think
Correct Answer
C. Do you thinkExplanation
The correct answer is "Do you think" because the question is asking for the person's opinion or belief about the current state of the fish being cooked. "Did you think" refers to a past action, "Are you thinking" refers to a current action, but "Do you think" is the most appropriate choice to inquire about someone's thoughts or beliefs in the present moment.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Your brother’s daughter is your ......................... .
- A.
Niece
- B.
Cousin
- C.
Nephew
Correct Answer
A. NieceExplanation
Your brother's daughter is your niece. This is because the term "niece" refers to the daughter of one's sibling, in this case, your brother.Rate this question:
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- 7.
………………………… is the new wife of your father.
- A.
Stepfather
- B.
Stepmother
- C.
In law
Correct Answer
B. StepmotherExplanation
The correct answer is stepmother. A stepmother is the new wife of someone's father.Rate this question:
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- 8.
I think .................... when I am 30.
- A.
I am going to
- B.
I will
- C.
I am getting married
Correct Answer
B. I willExplanation
The correct answer is "I will" because it indicates a future action or plan. The phrase "I am going to" also suggests a future action, but it is not the best choice in this context because it implies a more immediate or near future action. "I am getting married" is a present continuous tense and does not fit the structure of the sentence, which requires a future tense.Rate this question:
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- 9.
A: Are you ready to order? B : Yes ,___________________________ the steak.
- A.
I am having
- B.
I have
- C.
I'll have
Correct Answer
C. I'll haveExplanation
B responds with "I'll have" because they are indicating that they will choose or order the steak. This phrase is commonly used when someone is ready to make a selection or decision about what they want to eat or drink.Rate this question:
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- 10.
……………………….. is a family consists of two parents and their children but not including aunts, uncles or grandparents.
- A.
Nuclear Family
- B.
Extended Family
- C.
Single Parents
Correct Answer
A. Nuclear FamilyExplanation
A nuclear family consists of two parents and their children but not including aunts, uncles or grandparents. This type of family structure is typically seen as the traditional or ideal family unit in many societies. In contrast, an extended family includes not only the parents and children but also other relatives such as aunts, uncles, and grandparents. Single parents, on the other hand, refer to families where there is only one parent raising the children.Rate this question:
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- 11.
We still .............. a lot of money.
- A.
Earn
- B.
Save
- C.
Owe
Correct Answer
C. OweExplanation
The correct answer is "owe". This suggests that the speaker or subject is in debt or has a financial obligation to pay back a certain amount of money. The use of the word "still" implies that this debt or obligation has not been settled yet, indicating that there is still a remaining amount of money that needs to be repaid.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Mary ___________________$ 5,000 fro m her grandfather w hen he died.
- A.
Inherited
- B.
Owed
- C.
Wasted
Correct Answer
A. InheritedExplanation
Mary inherited $5,000 from her grandfather when he died.Rate this question:
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- 13.
………………………….. is the money a bank lend you to buy a house.
- A.
Credit
- B.
Debit
- C.
Mortgage
Correct Answer
C. MortgageExplanation
A mortgage is the money a bank lends you to buy a house. When you take out a mortgage, you are borrowing money from the bank to purchase the property. The bank then holds a lien on the property as collateral until the loan is paid off. This allows you to make monthly mortgage payments over a specified period of time, typically 15 or 30 years, until the loan is fully repaid.Rate this question:
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- 14.
...................... any money in a company?
- A.
Have you ever invested
- B.
Did you invest
- C.
Are you investing
Correct Answer
A. Have you ever investedExplanation
This question is asking if the person has ever put money into a company as an investment. The correct answer, "Have you ever invested," is the most appropriate because it is asking about past experiences of investing in a company. The other options, "Did you invest" and "Are you investing," are not as suitable because they are asking about a specific instance of investment or ongoing investment, rather than past experiences.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Paul ................... any thing from his grand mother when she died.
- A.
Didn’t inherit
- B.
Hasn’t inherited
- C.
Isn't inheriting
Correct Answer
A. Didn’t inheritExplanation
The correct answer is "didn't inherit." This is because the sentence is in the past tense, indicating that the action of inheriting did not happen when Paul's grandmother died. The use of "didn't" indicates the negative form of the verb "to inherit" in the past tense.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Sharon and Kenny …………………………. All night, we still could listen to their sounds.
- A.
Have argued
- B.
Been arguing
- C.
Have been arguing
Correct Answer
C. Have been arguingExplanation
The correct answer is "have been arguing". The sentence is in the present perfect continuous tense, indicating an ongoing action that started in the past and is still happening in the present. "Have been arguing" fits this tense and conveys the idea that Sharon and Kenny have been arguing all night, as indicated by the phrase "we still could listen to their sounds."Rate this question:
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- 17.
Ali talks too much, teacher tells him to stop talking because he is too …………………….
- A.
Quiet
- B.
Talkative
- C.
Jealous
Correct Answer
B. TalkativeExplanation
The correct answer is "talkative" because the sentence states that Ali talks too much. This implies that he is not quiet, but rather the opposite - he is talkative.Rate this question:
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- 18.
The speed ………………. In cities is often 30 mph in the US.
- A.
Percentage
- B.
Rate
- C.
Limit
Correct Answer
C. LimitExplanation
The given correct answer is "limit". This is because the sentence states that the speed in cities is often 30 mph in the US, indicating a maximum or upper limit on the speed allowed.Rate this question:
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- 19.
My brother drives ........................... my mother
- A.
More slowly than
- B.
The slowliest
- C.
Slowier
Correct Answer
A. More slowly thanExplanation
The correct answer is "more slowly than." This is because when comparing the driving speed of the brother and the mother, we use the comparative form of the adjective "slow," which is "more slowly."Rate this question:
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- 20.
Gas isn't as expensive in the US ............. it is in the UK.
- A.
More
- B.
Than
- C.
As
Correct Answer
C. AsExplanation
Gas isn't as expensive in the US as it is in the UK. This means that the cost of gas in the US is lower compared to the cost of gas in the UK. The word "as" is used to compare the expense of gas in both countries, indicating that the expense in the US is not as high as in the UK.Rate this question:
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- 21.
You have to pay a ……………………………. When you park illegally.
- A.
Parking lot
- B.
Parking ticket
- C.
Money
Correct Answer
B. Parking ticketExplanation
When you park illegally, you have to pay a parking ticket. This is a consequence for breaking the rules and regulations of parking, and it serves as a fine or penalty for the violation. The parking ticket is issued by authorities to enforce parking laws and ensure that people park legally and responsibly. Paying the parking ticket is necessary to resolve the violation and avoid further penalties or legal actions.Rate this question:
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- 22.
I think ...................girls are better at learning languages.
- A.
No article
- B.
A
- C.
The
Correct Answer
A. No articleExplanation
The correct answer is "no article" because the sentence is making a general statement about girls in general, rather than referring to a specific group of girls. When making general statements or talking about things in a general sense, we often omit the article.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Don't worry, It's not .......... end of the world.
- A.
A
- B.
No article
- C.
The
Correct Answer
C. TheExplanation
The correct answer is "the" because the phrase "the end of the world" is a specific and well-known phrase, indicating a catastrophic event or a major crisis. The use of "the" suggests that the speaker is referring to a specific instance of the end of the world, rather than just any end of the world.Rate this question:
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- 24.
We should ask someone ............... directions.
- A.
At
- B.
For
- C.
Of
Correct Answer
B. ForExplanation
When we ask someone "for" directions, it means that we are requesting or seeking directions from that person. The preposition "for" is commonly used in this context to indicate the purpose or reason for our request. Asking someone "at" or "of" directions would not convey the same meaning and may not make grammatical sense.Rate this question:
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- 25.
That girl reminds me ............. my cousin.
- A.
Of
- B.
About
- C.
To
Correct Answer
A. OfExplanation
The correct answer is "of". In this sentence, the word "reminds" indicates that the girl is causing the speaker to think of or remember something. The preposition "of" is used to show the relationship between the girl and the speaker's cousin, indicating that the girl is similar to or brings to mind the speaker's cousin.Rate this question:
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- 26.
You don't need to .................. to live in the city.
- A.
Can
- B.
Could
- C.
Be able to
Correct Answer
C. Be able toExplanation
The phrase "be able to" is the correct answer because it indicates the ability or capability to do something. In this context, it suggests that living in the city does not require any specific or extraordinary skills or qualifications. It implies that anyone can live in the city without any restrictions or limitations.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Turn the channel, This is a ................. TV show.
- A.
Bored
- B.
Bore
- C.
Boring
Correct Answer
C. BoringExplanation
The correct answer is "boring". In this sentence, the word "boring" is used as an adjective to describe the TV show. It indicates that the TV show is not interesting or engaging, causing the speaker to feel bored.Rate this question:
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- 28.
I was very ............... when my phone rang in the meeting.
- A.
Embarrassed
- B.
Embarrassing
- C.
Embarrass
Correct Answer
A. EmbarrassedExplanation
The correct answer is "embarrassed". This is because the sentence indicates that the person felt a certain way when their phone rang in a meeting. "Embarrassed" is the appropriate word to describe the feeling of being self-conscious or uncomfortable in that situation.Rate this question:
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- 29.
You ............... have a visa to enter the country.
- A.
Must
- B.
Should
- C.
Need
Correct Answer
A. MustExplanation
The word "must" is used to indicate a strong obligation or requirement. In this context, it implies that having a visa is necessary in order to enter the country. The word "should" suggests a recommendation or advice, which is not as strong as a requirement. "Need" implies a necessity or requirement, but it does not convey the same level of obligation as "must". Therefore, the correct answer is "must".Rate this question:
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- 30.
You ............... to drive on the left! Here we drive on the right!
- A.
Mustn't
- B.
Haven't
- C.
Don't have to
Correct Answer
C. Don't have toExplanation
In this context, the correct answer is "don't have to". The statement suggests that there is no obligation or requirement to drive on the left in this particular location, as the norm is to drive on the right.Rate this question:
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