Cele 1 Unit 1
Exam created to check student's progress at CELE-BUAP
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What's your name?
- A.
Thomas
- B.
I'm Thomas.
- C.
Please, call me Tom
- D.
Yes, I am Thomas.
Correct Answer
B. I'm Thomas.Explanation
The correct answer is "I'm Thomas" because it directly responds to the question "What's your name?" and provides the name "Thomas" as the answer. The other statements either provide additional information or confirm the name but do not directly answer the question.Rate this question:
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- 2.
We use A / AN before singular nouns
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because we use "a" or "an" before singular nouns to indicate that we are referring to one of something. For example, "I saw a cat" or "She bought an apple." This helps to specify the quantity or type of noun being referred to.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Manuel and Mary ____ married. They are friends!
- A.
Is
- B.
Are
- C.
Isn't
- D.
Aren't
Correct Answer
D. Aren'tExplanation
The correct answer is "aren't". This is because the sentence is referring to Manuel and Mary, who are friends. Since they are two people, the plural form "aren't" is used to indicate that they are not married.Rate this question:
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- 4.
I have a son. ___ name's Carl.
- A.
Her
- B.
His
- C.
Your
- D.
My
Correct Answer
B. HisExplanation
The correct answer is "His." The sentence states that "I have a son," so the possessive pronoun that should be used to refer to the son is "His."Rate this question:
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- 5.
A: What's _____ name? B: Mary
- A.
Her
- B.
His
- C.
Your
- D.
My
Correct Answer
C. YourExplanation
In the given conversation, person A is asking for the name of the person they are speaking to. Person B responds with "Mary". Since person A is asking about the name of the person they are speaking to, the correct answer would be "your" as it refers to the person being addressed.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Christina ____ twenty-nine years old.
- A.
Has
- B.
Have
- C.
Is
- D.
Are
Correct Answer
C. IsExplanation
The correct answer is "is" because the subject "Christina" is singular and requires the singular form of the verb "to be."Rate this question:
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- 7.
Mike and Rosie ____ from London.
- A.
Is
- B.
Are
- C.
Have
- D.
Can
Correct Answer
B. AreExplanation
The correct answer is "are" because the subject "Mike and Rosie" is plural, indicating that they are more than one person. Therefore, the correct verb form to use is "are" to agree with the plural subject.Rate this question:
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- 8.
_____ is your favorite sport: baseball or basketball?
- A.
What
- B.
Where
- C.
Which
- D.
How
Correct Answer
C. WhichExplanation
The word "Which" is the correct answer because it is used to ask for a specific choice or selection among a limited number of options. In this case, the question is asking for the favorite sport between baseball and basketball, indicating that there are only two possible choices.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Mia left ......... notebook on the bus.
- A.
Her
- B.
Yours
- C.
His
Correct Answer
A. HerExplanation
The correct answer is "her" because the sentence is referring to Mia's notebook. The possessive pronoun "her" indicates that the notebook belongs to Mia.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The colorful picture of the flowers is ..........
- A.
Their
- B.
Your
- C.
Mine
Correct Answer
C. MineExplanation
The correct answer is "mine" because the possessive pronoun "mine" is used to indicate ownership or possession. In this case, the speaker is referring to the colorful picture of the flowers as their own, implying that they own or possess it.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The proud parents brought home ......... new baby girl.
- A.
His
- B.
Her
- C.
Their
Correct Answer
C. TheirExplanation
The correct answer is "their" because it is a plural possessive pronoun that shows ownership by more than one person. In this context, the parents brought home their new baby girl, indicating that both parents are proud of their new addition to the family.Rate this question:
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- 12.
William strummed ......... guitar and invited everyone to sing.
- A.
His
- B.
Its
- C.
Her
Correct Answer
A. HisExplanation
The correct answer is "his". This is because the sentence is referring to William, so the possessive pronoun that should be used is "his".Rate this question:
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- 13.
The computer quickly stores information on ......... huge memory.
- A.
Yours
- B.
Theirs
- C.
Its
Correct Answer
C. ItsExplanation
The correct answer is "its" because the sentence is referring to the computer's memory, indicating that the memory belongs to the computer.Rate this question:
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- 14.
These warm chocolate chip cookies melt in ......... mouth.
- A.
Its
- B.
Your
- C.
Yours
Correct Answer
B. YourExplanation
The correct answer is "your." This is because the phrase "in your mouth" is a common expression used to describe the texture and taste of food. Saying that the chocolate chip cookies melt in "your" mouth implies that the experience of eating them is enjoyable and satisfying.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Is ......... seat belt always fastened?
- A.
Your
- B.
Mine
- C.
Its
Correct Answer
A. YourExplanation
The correct answer is "your" because the question is asking if the seat belt belonging to the person being addressed is always fastened.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The fluffy brown puppy is .........
- A.
Its
- B.
My
- C.
Theirs
Correct Answer
C. TheirsExplanation
The correct answer is "theirs". This implies that the fluffy brown puppy belongs to someone else, not the speaker or the person being referred to.Rate this question:
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- 17.
......... hand shot up when the teacher asked for volunteers.
- A.
Their
- B.
Her
- C.
Mine
Correct Answer
A. TheirExplanation
The correct answer is "their". In this sentence, "hand" is a singular noun, but "their" is a pronoun used to refer to a plural noun. However, in this context, "their" is used as a gender-neutral pronoun to avoid assuming the gender of the person whose hand shot up. This is a common usage in modern English to be inclusive and respectful.Rate this question:
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- 18.
I didn't get a cheeseburger, so I tasted .........
- A.
Mine
- B.
Its
- C.
Hers
Correct Answer
C. HersExplanation
The correct answer is "hers" because the sentence is referring to someone else's cheeseburger, indicating possession. Since "hers" is used to indicate possession by a female, it is the appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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- 19.
I...happy.
- A.
ARE
- B.
IS
- C.
AM
- D.
YOU
Correct Answer
C. AMExplanation
The correct answer is "AM" because the subject "I" is singular and first person, which requires the corresponding form of the verb "to be" to be in the present tense, which is "am".Rate this question:
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- 20.
John...a good chef.
- A.
AM
- B.
IS
- C.
ARE
- D.
HE
Correct Answer
B. ISExplanation
The correct answer is "IS" because it agrees with the subject "John" which is singular. In English, when the subject is singular, the verb form "is" is used.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Sandra and I ... best friends.
- A.
AM
- B.
IS
- C.
We
- D.
ARE
Correct Answer
D. AREExplanation
The correct answer is "ARE" because when referring to Sandra and I as a group, the correct verb to use is "are" as it is the plural form of the verb "to be".Rate this question:
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- 22.
The school...a good place.
- A.
IS
- B.
AM
- C.
ARE
- D.
IT
Correct Answer
A. ISExplanation
The correct answer is "IS" because the subject "school" is singular and requires a singular verb. In this case, "is" is the correct form of the verb "to be" to agree with the singular subject.Rate this question:
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- 23.
My mother and my brother...so kinds.
- A.
IS
- B.
AM
- C.
ARE
- D.
THEY
Correct Answer
C. AREExplanation
The correct answer is "ARE" because the subject of the sentence is "my mother and my brother," which is plural. In English grammar, plural subjects require the verb form "are."Rate this question:
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- 24.
The yellow box and the pink box ...beautiful.
- A.
ARE
- B.
IS
- C.
IT
- D.
AM
Correct Answer
A. AREExplanation
The correct answer is "ARE" because the subject of the sentence is "The yellow box and the pink box," which is plural. Therefore, the verb "are" should be used to agree with the plural subject.Rate this question:
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- 25.
All students...in the class room.
- A.
IS
- B.
AM
- C.
THEY
- D.
ARE
Correct Answer
D. AREExplanation
The correct answer is "ARE" because the subject "students" is plural, and the verb form "are" agrees with plural subjects.Rate this question:
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- 26.
The sky...blue.
- A.
AM
- B.
IS
- C.
IT
- D.
ARE
Correct Answer
B. ISExplanation
The correct answer is "IS" because the sentence is referring to the sky, which is singular. In English grammar, singular subjects are typically paired with the verb "is" in the present tense.Rate this question:
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- 27.
I...sad today.
- A.
IS
- B.
ARE
- C.
AM
- D.
IT
Correct Answer
C. AMExplanation
The correct answer is "AM" because the sentence is referring to the speaker's current state or feeling, which is "sad." In this case, "AM" is the correct form of the verb "to be" to use with the pronoun "I."Rate this question:
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- 28.
You and Pedro...soccer players.
- A.
IS
- B.
AM
- C.
ARE
- D.
THEY
Correct Answer
C. AREExplanation
The subject of the sentence is "You and Pedro," which is a plural noun phrase. When referring to multiple people or things, the correct form of the verb "to be" is "are." Therefore, the correct answer is "ARE."Rate this question:
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- 29.
John, ___________ is my friend, Anna. Anna, ___________ is John.
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
A. ThisExplanation
In the given sentence, "John, ___________ is my friend, Anna. Anna, ___________ is John," the word "this" is the correct answer. The word "this" is used to refer to someone or something that is close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. In this case, it is used to introduce Anna as the friend of John.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Come and look at ___________ photos.
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
C. TheseExplanation
The correct answer is "these" because the sentence is inviting someone to come and look at photos, indicating that the photos are nearby or within reach. "These" is used to refer to objects that are close to the speaker or the listener, making it the most appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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- 31.
Is ___________ your car over there?
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
B. ThatExplanation
The word "that" is the correct answer because it is used to refer to something that is farther away from the speaker. In this sentence, the speaker is referring to a car that is not close to them.Rate this question:
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- 32.
Is ___________ your book here?
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
A. ThisExplanation
The question is asking if the book belongs to the person being addressed. Since the word "this" is used, it implies that the book is near the speaker or the person being addressed.Rate this question:
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- 33.
Look at ___________ birds flying in the sky.
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
D. ThoseExplanation
The correct answer is "those" because it is used to refer to objects or people that are far away from the speaker and the listener. In this sentence, the speaker is referring to birds flying in the sky, which are not close to either the speaker or the listener. Therefore, "those" is the appropriate choice to indicate distance.Rate this question:
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- 34.
___________ are my children. This is Rose and this is Emily.
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
C. TheseExplanation
The word "these" is the correct answer because it refers to objects that are near the speaker or objects that have already been mentioned. In this case, the speaker is introducing two children, Rose and Emily, and pointing to them. Since the children are present and being referred to in the immediate context, "these" is the appropriate pronoun to use.Rate this question:
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- 35.
"___________ is my business card. Here you are.""Thank you."
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
A. ThisExplanation
In this conversation, the person is referring to their business card as they say "Here you are." The word "this" is used to indicate something that is close to the speaker or is being referred to in the present moment. Therefore, "this" is the correct answer as it correctly identifies the business card that is being handed over.Rate this question:
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- 36.
Can you bring me ___________ apples?
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
D. ThoseExplanation
The correct answer is "those" because the question is asking for a specific type of apples that are not close to the speaker. "Those" is used to refer to objects that are farther away from both the speaker and the listener.Rate this question:
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- 37.
___________ is my new apartment. Please come inside.
- A.
This
- B.
That
- C.
These
- D.
Those
Correct Answer
A. ThisExplanation
The word "this" is the correct answer because it refers to something that is close to the speaker or current situation. In this case, the speaker is referring to their new apartment, which is likely close to them.Rate this question:
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- 38.
Are you in the high school this year?
- A.
Yes, he is
- B.
No, she is not
- C.
No, they are not
- D.
Yes, I am
Correct Answer
D. Yes, I amExplanation
The question asks if the person is in high school this year. The correct answer "Yes, I am" indicates that the person speaking is indeed in high school this year.Rate this question:
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- 39.
The dog __________ in the street
Correct Answer
isExplanation
The correct answer is "is" because the subject of the sentence, "the dog," is singular, and therefore requires the singular form of the verb "to be," which is "is."Rate this question:
- 40.
My friend and I _______ playing video games
Correct Answer
areExplanation
The correct answer is "are" because the subject "My friend and I" is plural, indicating that multiple people are playing video games. The verb "are" agrees with the subject in number and shows that the action is being performed by both individuals.Rate this question:
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My sister ______ working in the Hospital
Correct Answer
isExplanation
The correct answer is "is" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to a singular subject, "my sister." In the present tense, when the subject is third-person singular (he, she, it), the verb form "is" is used.Rate this question:
- 42.
I ___ a student
Correct Answer
amExplanation
The correct answer is "am" because it is the correct form of the verb "to be" that matches the subject "I". In this sentence, "am" is used to show that the speaker is currently a student.Rate this question:
- 43.
We use CAN to express informal requests
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
CAN is a modal verb used to express ability, permission, or possibility. While it is commonly used to make requests, it is not limited to formal requests. CAN can also be used to make informal requests, such as asking someone if they can pass the salt or if they can help with a task. Therefore, the statement that we use CAN to express informal requests is true.Rate this question:
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- 44.
It is Tom's ball.
- A.
His
- B.
Her
- C.
Your
- D.
Its
Correct Answer
A. HisExplanation
The correct answer is "his" because the possessive pronoun "his" is used to indicate that the ball belongs to Tom.Rate this question:
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- 45.
It's Kate's pen.
- A.
His
- B.
Its
- C.
Her
- D.
Your
Correct Answer
C. HerExplanation
The correct answer is "her" because the possessive pronoun "her" is used to show that the pen belongs to Kate.Rate this question:
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- 46.
These are cat's balls.
- A.
Her
- B.
His
- C.
Its
- D.
Your
Correct Answer
C. ItsExplanation
The word "its" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate possession by something that is not a person. In this case, "its" is used to show that the balls belong to the cat. The other options, "her," "his," and "your," are all used to indicate possession by a person or animal. Therefore, "its" is the most appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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- 47.
It is Kate and Tom's bike.
- A.
My
- B.
Their
- C.
Your
- D.
His
Correct Answer
B. TheirExplanation
The correct answer is "their" because the sentence is referring to the bike belonging to both Kate and Tom. "Their" is a possessive pronoun that is used to show ownership by more than one person.Rate this question:
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- 48.
These are my and Tom's pencils.
- A.
Her
- B.
Your
- C.
His
- D.
Our
Correct Answer
D. OurExplanation
The correct answer is "our" because the sentence indicates possession by both the speaker and Tom. "Our" is a possessive pronoun that is used to show that something belongs to both of them.Rate this question:
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