English Speaking Skills Test

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1. Hi Ann, how are you?

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The correct answer is "I am fine, thanks, and you?" because it is the appropriate response to the question "How are you?" It shows that the person is in good health and also asks about the well-being of the other person.

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Prepare yourself for the English Speaking Skills Test ahead! When inquiring about language learners' goals, one common response is, "enhance my speaking abilities." As you navigate the journey... see moreof acquiring a foreign language, interactions with native speakers like teachers, restaurant servers, taxi drivers, and landlords become commonplace. Hence, it's essential to cultivate a sense of ease and confidence in such exchanges.

Similar to refining writing, listening, or other skills, there exist specific techniques to enhance your spoken English. This test invites you to engage in a focused manner, aiming to fortify your spoken language proficiency. Whether your aspirations revolve around effective communication or developing fluency, this test serves as a valuable tool.

Are you prepared to embark on this linguistic endeavor? Embrace the challenge, apply the techniques, and witness your English-speaking skills evolve in a targeted and meaningful manner. Good luck on your journey towards becoming a confident English speaker! see less

2. Put the book ____ the table.

Explanation

The correct answer is "on" because when we put something "on" a surface, it means that the object is physically resting or positioned on top of that surface. In this case, the book is being placed on the table, indicating that it is being placed on top of the table surface.

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3. Why did she give it _____ you?

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The correct answer is "to" because it is used to indicate the recipient or destination of something being given.

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4. The woman __ the car was my sister.

Explanation

The correct answer is "in" because it indicates that the woman was inside the car.

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5. Where is __________ pharmacy, please?

Explanation

The correct answer is "the nearest " because it is the superlative form of the adjective "near," indicating the closest or most immediate location. The other options, "nearer," "the most near," and "more near," are comparative forms and do not accurately convey the intended meaning of finding the closest chemist.

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6. Do not interfere __ my personal affairs.

Explanation

The correct answer is "in." This preposition is used to show that someone should not interfere with someone's personal affairs. It indicates the location or position of something or someone. In this context, "in" is the most appropriate preposition to convey the meaning that personal affairs should not be meddled with.

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_____ the two brothers, Peter is the better painter.

Explanation

This sentence is comparing two brothers, Peter and another brother, in terms of their painting skills. The word "between" is used to indicate a comparison between two things. Therefore, the correct answer is "between."

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8. The Mega Mall is _____ the building, isn't it?

Explanation

The correct answer is "in” because a mall would be found inside or within the walls of the building

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9. His allegation was based  ___________ the incident that he witnessed.

Explanation

The word "based" is commonly followed by the preposition "on" when referring to the foundation or justification of something. In this context, the correct answer is "on" because it indicates that the allegation was formed or supported by the incident that the person witnessed.

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10. I drove _____ Seattle last weekend.

Explanation

The correct answer is "to" because it indicates the direction or destination of the action "drove." In this sentence, the speaker is stating that they drove to Seattle last weekend, implying that Seattle was their destination.

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11. The girl sat down ___ the lake.

Explanation

The correct answer is "beside.” This is because "beside" means next to or by the side of something, which is the most appropriate preposition to describe the girl's location in relation to the lake. "Besides" means in addition to, "among" means surrounded by, and "in" means inside, and these words do not accurately convey the girl's position next to the lake.

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12. I come _____Italy.

Explanation

The word “from" is the correct answer because it indicates the origin or source of the speaker. In this case, the speaker is indicating that they come from Italy.

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13. Is that a purse?

Explanation

The correct answer is "yours " because it is the possessive form of "you" and matches with the question "Is that purse  ________?" to indicate possession.

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14. My aunt _______ come to our wedding reception next month.

Explanation

The correct answer is "willI" because it indicates a future action and is properly conjugated to suit the subject “My aunt.” In this case, the speaker's aunt will come to their wedding reception next month.

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15. 'Have you visited Birmingham?'    '__________'

Explanation

The phrase "Not yet" is the correct answer because it indicates that the person being asked has not visited Birmingham at the present time, but there is a possibility that they may visit in the future.

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16.  They left at midnight ____ their village.

Explanation

The correct answer is "to" because it indicates the direction or destination of their departure.

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17. Mary has been living in Hyderabad ___ten years.

Explanation

The correct answer is "for" because it indicates the duration of time that Mary has been living in Hyderabad. "Since" is used to indicate a specific point in time, "among" is used to show inclusion within a group, and "on" is used to indicate a specific day or date.

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18. The old building was full __ pigeons and mice.

Explanation

The correct answer is "except for”. This shows that nothing else was there, only the pigeons and mice. 

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19. The baby slept peacefully __________ the telephone ring.

Explanation

The phrase "in spite of" is the correct answer because it shows a contrast between the baby sleeping peacefully and the telephone ringing. Despite the noise and disturbance of the telephone, the baby remains undisturbed and continues to sleep peacefully.

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20. The clients of the lawyer were happy ____________ his work. 

Explanation

The clients of the lawyer were happy with his work, indicating that the clients were satisfied and pleased with the lawyer's performance or the outcomes of his work. The word "with" is commonly used to express satisfaction or approval, making it the appropriate preposition in this context.

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21. How long ________ English?

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The correct answer is "have you been learning" because the question is asking about the duration of time the person has been learning English. The present perfect continuous tense "have you been learning" is used to talk about an action that started in the past and is still ongoing in the present.
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22. We insisted __ going for a walk.

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The correct answer is "on" because when we insist on doing something, We use “on” to show it is an organized event. We could also use “for” if it is a casual stroll by ourselves.

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23. They could swim  __________ the river when they were young.

Explanation

The word "across" is the correct answer because it indicates movement from one side of the river to the other. The phrase "swim across the river" implies that they were able to swim from one bank to the opposite bank of the river when they were young.

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24. I met my old classmate _____ the university.

Explanation

The correct answer is "at" because it is used to indicate a location or position within a place. In this case, the sentence refers to meeting an old classmate within the university.

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25. Did you read my article _____cellular microbiology?

Explanation

The correct answer is “on.” In this context, "on" is used to indicate that the article was read in relation to the topic of cellular microbiology. It suggests that the article is specifically about or focuses on cellular microbiology.

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26. Is Emma _________ Carla?

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The correct answer is "as tall as" because it correctly completes the question, "Is Emma as tall as Carla?" This answer choice indicates that Emma and Carla may have the same height and is the only choice that fits grammatically.

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27. The company formed new rules which are acceptable ________ all workers.

Explanation

The correct answer is "to" because the phrase "acceptable to" is commonly used to indicate that something is approved or agreed upon by someone. In this case, the company formed new rules that are acceptable to all workers, meaning that the rules have been agreed upon and are considered suitable by all employees.

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28. I promise I _________ study harder.

Explanation

The correct answer is "am going to”  because it indicates a future plan or intention to study harder. " "may" suggest possibilities or uncertainties, while "must" implies a requirement or obligation, which may not be the case here. Therefore, "am going to " is the most appropriate choice to express the speaker's determination to study harder in the future.

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29. I _________ my mobile phone since 2009.

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The correct answer is "have had " because the sentence is in the present continuous tense, indicating an ongoing action. The phrase "since 2009" suggests that the speaker has been continuously using their mobile phone from that year until the present. Therefore, "have had " accurately conveys this ongoing action.

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30. My mother _________ the carpet when I got home yesterday afternoon.

Explanation

The correct answer is "was hoovering." This is because the sentence indicates that the action was happening yesterday when the speaker arrived home, which means the verb needs to be in the past tense. 

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31. 'You have never been to Africa.'  '_________ have I.'

Explanation

The correct answer is “neither" because it completes the sentence in a grammatically correct way. The sentence "Neither have I" is used to express agreement with a negative statement.

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32. They are sorry _________having teased you.

Explanation

The correct answer is "for " because the phrase "sorry for" is used to express regret or apologize for something that has been done, and in this case, the subject is sorry for having teased someone. The preposition "for " is commonly used after the verb "sorry" to indicate the action or behavior for which the apology is being made.

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Hi Ann, how are you?
Put the book ____ the table.
Why did she give it _____ you?
The woman __ the car was my sister.
Where is __________ pharmacy, please?
Do not interfere __ my personal affairs.
  ...
The Mega Mall is _____ the building, isn't it?
His allegation was based  ___________ the incident that he...
I drove _____ Seattle last weekend.
The girl sat down ___ the lake.
I come _____Italy.
Is that a purse?
My aunt _______ come to our wedding reception next month.
'Have you visited Birmingham?'   ...
 They left at midnight ____ their village.
Mary has been living in Hyderabad ___ten years.
The old building was full __ pigeons and mice.
The baby slept peacefully __________ the telephone ring.
The clients of the lawyer were happy ____________ his work. 
How long ________ English?
We insisted __ going for a walk.
They could swim  __________ the river when they were young.
I met my old classmate _____ the university.
Did you read my article _____cellular microbiology?
Is Emma _________ Carla?
The company formed new rules which are acceptable ________ all...
I promise I _________ study harder.
I _________ my mobile phone since 2009.
My mother _________ the carpet when I got home yesterday afternoon.
'You have never been to Africa.'  '_________ have I.'
They are sorry _________having teased you.
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