Grammar Basic Questions Quiz! Test
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Hello! Come in. I’ve ________ made some coffee. Would you like some?
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Just
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Already
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Yet
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This Grammar Basic Questions Quiz tests your understanding of English grammar through practical scenarios. It assesses your knowledge of verb tenses, question formation, and common grammatical structures, enhancing both written and spoken English skills.
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What ________ you do last weekend?
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Are
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Did
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Do
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A. DidExplanation
The correct answer is "did". This is because the question is asking about an action that was completed in the past, so the past tense form of the verb "do" should be used.Rate this question:
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I ________ in the park when it started raining.
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Sat
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Was sitting
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Sit
Correct Answer
A. Was sittingExplanation
The correct answer is "was sitting" because it is the past continuous tense form of the verb "sit." The sentence is describing an action that was already in progress at a specific point in the past, which is indicated by the phrase "when it started raining." Therefore, "was sitting" is the appropriate verb tense to use in this context.Rate this question:
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‘Have you finished that report?’ ‘No, not ________.’
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Just
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Already
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Yet
Correct Answer
A. YetExplanation
The correct answer is "yet". In this context, "yet" is used to indicate that the report has not been finished at the present moment. It suggests that the task is still pending and has not been completed. The response "No, not yet" implies that the person has not finished the report but may still be working on it or planning to complete it in the future.Rate this question:
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‘________ you been to the museum before?’ ‘No, this is the first time.’
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Had
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Has
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Have
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A. HaveExplanation
The question is asking about past experiences of visiting the museum. The response "No, this is the first time" indicates that the person has not been to the museum before. Therefore, the correct answer is "Have" because it is the correct form of the verb "to have" in the present perfect tense, which is used to talk about past experiences.Rate this question:
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I ________ the swimming pool on Monday evenings.
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Go usually to
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Always go
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often go to
Correct Answer
A. often go toExplanation
The correct answer is "often go to". This answer suggests that the person frequently visits the swimming pool on Monday evenings. The word "often" indicates a regular occurrence, implying that the person goes to the swimming pool on Monday evenings more than just occasionally or occasionally.Rate this question:
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She couldn’t remember where she ________ her car.
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Was parking
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Had parked
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Has parked
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A. Had parkedExplanation
The correct answer is "had parked" because the sentence is in the past tense and the word "couldn't remember" indicates that the action of parking the car happened before the moment of speaking. Therefore, the past perfect tense "had parked" is used to show that the parking occurred before the moment of forgetfulness.Rate this question:
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I put ________ sugar in my coffee.
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A little
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Too many
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A few
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A. A littleExplanation
The phrase "a little" is the correct answer because it implies a small or moderate amount of sugar. This suggests that the person prefers their coffee to have a slight sweetness, but not too much.Rate this question:
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We ________ work tomorrow.
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Haven’t to
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Don’t have to
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must to
Correct Answer
A. Don’t have toExplanation
The correct answer is "don't have to". This is because the phrase "don't have to" is used to express the absence of obligation or necessity to do something. In the given sentence, it implies that there is no requirement or need for us to work tomorrow.Rate this question:
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‘I don’t want to go the party.’ ‘________ do I.’
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So
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Neither
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Either
Correct Answer
A. NeitherExplanation
The correct answer is "Neither". In this context, the speaker is expressing their lack of desire to go to the party. The phrase "Neither do I" is used to indicate that the speaker also does not want to go to the party, aligning their feelings with the first speaker.Rate this question:
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A key is a thing ________ you use to open doors.
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Who
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Where
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Which
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A. WhichExplanation
The correct answer is "which". This is because "which" is used to refer to a specific thing out of a group of options. In this case, the question is asking for a specific thing that is used to open doors, so "which" is the appropriate choice.Rate this question:
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________ to the football match on Saturday?
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Are you going
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Do you go
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Will you be
Correct Answer
A. Are you goingExplanation
The correct answer is "Are you going". This is because the question is asking about a future event (the football match on Saturday) and the phrase "Are you going" is the appropriate way to inquire about someone's plans or intentions for attending an event in the future.Rate this question:
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He ________ me not to tell anyone.
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Say
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Told
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Said
Correct Answer
A. ToldExplanation
The correct answer is "told". In this sentence, the verb "told" is used to indicate that someone gave information or instructions to the speaker. The word "me" indicates that the speaker is the recipient of the information, and the phrase "not to tell anyone" specifies the content of the instructions. Therefore, "told" is the appropriate verb to convey this meaning.Rate this question:
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________ in the sea makes you really strong.
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Swimming
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Swim
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Swiming
Correct Answer
A. SwimmingExplanation
Swimming in the sea makes you really strong because it is a full-body workout that engages multiple muscle groups. The resistance of the water adds an extra challenge, helping to build strength and endurance. Additionally, swimming requires controlled breathing and coordination, further enhancing overall fitness.Rate this question:
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It’s snowing. ________.
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Putting your hat on
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Your hat put on
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Put your hat on
Correct Answer
A. Put your hat onExplanation
The correct answer is "Put your hat on." This is the imperative form of the verb "put" followed by the possessive pronoun "your" and the noun "hat." The sentence is giving a command or instruction to someone to wear their hat in the snowy weather.Rate this question:
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What ________ you do if she doesn’t reply to your email?
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Will
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Would
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Do
Correct Answer
A. WillExplanation
The correct answer is "will". This is because the question is asking about a future possibility or action. "Will" is used to talk about future events or actions that are likely to happen. In this case, it is asking about what the person would do in the future if she doesn't reply to their email.Rate this question:
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He ________ invite them to dinner if he didn’t want them to come.
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Won’t
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Not
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Wouldn’t
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A. Wouldn’tExplanation
The correct answer is "wouldn't". This is because the sentence is in the conditional form, suggesting a hypothetical situation. The speaker is saying that if he didn't want them to come, he wouldn't invite them to dinner. The word "wouldn't" is the contraction of "would not" and is used to express this hypothetical condition.Rate this question:
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Let’s order a pizza. We don’t have ________ to cook for dinner.
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Nothing
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Anything
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Something
Correct Answer
A. AnythingExplanation
The phrase "We don't have anything to cook for dinner" suggests that there are no ingredients or food items available to prepare a meal. Therefore, the correct answer is "anything" as it implies a lack of options or choices for cooking dinner.Rate this question:
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I need some advice. What ________ do?
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I must
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Should I
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Could
Correct Answer
A. Should IExplanation
The correct answer is "should I." The question is asking for advice on what the person should do. "Should I" is a common way to seek guidance or suggestions from others.Rate this question:
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That case is too heavy for you. I ________ you.
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’ll help
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Help
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’m going to help
Correct Answer
A. ’ll helpExplanation
The correct answer is "’ll help" because the speaker is expressing their willingness to assist the person in carrying the heavy case. The contraction "’ll" is short for "will" and is used to indicate future intention or willingness.Rate this question:
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I think this is the ________ song on my MP3 player.
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Better
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Most best
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best
Correct Answer
A. bestExplanation
The word "best" is the correct answer because it is the superlative form of the adjective "good." In the given sentence, the speaker is comparing the song on their MP3 player to others and stating that it is the highest in quality or most excellent. "Better" is the comparative form of "good" and would imply that there are other songs that are also good but not as good as the one on the MP3 player. "Most best" is grammatically incorrect and redundant since "best" already implies the highest degree of goodness.Rate this question:
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This castle ________ in 1600.
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Built
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Was built
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Was build
Correct Answer
A. Was builtExplanation
The correct answer is "was built" because the sentence is in the past tense and refers to an action that was completed in the past. "Built" is the past participle form of the verb "build," and when used with the auxiliary verb "was," it forms the past tense passive voice, indicating that the castle was constructed in the year 1600.Rate this question:
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I don’t have ________ money left, because I bought a new jacket.
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Much
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Many
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Lots
Correct Answer
A. MuchExplanation
The correct answer is "much." The sentence indicates that the person does not have a large amount of money left, which is why they bought a new jacket. "Much" is used to refer to an uncountable noun like money, while "many" is used for countable nouns. "Lots" can also be used to refer to a large quantity, but it is less specific than "much" in this context.Rate this question:
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We’ve lived in the same house ________ 20 years.
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For
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Since
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Ago
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A. ForExplanation
The word "for" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate the duration of time that someone has lived in the same house. In this case, the sentence is stating that the person has lived in the same house for a period of 20 years.Rate this question:
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If I can borrow Tim’s car, I ________ come and see you tonight.
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Must
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Might
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Have to
Correct Answer
A. MightExplanation
The correct answer is "might" because it suggests a possibility or uncertainty about the speaker's ability to come and see the person tonight. It implies that the speaker is not sure if they will be able to borrow Tim's car and therefore cannot guarantee their presence.Rate this question:
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