Everyday English Placement Test
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I agree that she's talented and has great potential, but I'm still not convinced she's management _______________ .
This English language test will indicate which Everyday English coursebook you should use, which of the Trinity College London Graded English Spoken English exams you should take, and your level of English with reference to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
There are 2 sections in the test:
Section 1: Questions 1 - 80 (multiple choice)
Section 2: Questions See more81 - 100 (you write the answer - ONE WORD ONLY)
You must complete both sections in 1 hour.
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Look, If you don’t want to come to the meal, don’t come. I don’t want you to feel like I’m holding a ________ to your head.
Explanation
The speaker is saying that if the person doesn't want to attend the meal, they don't have to feel pressured or forced to do so. The phrase "holding a gun to your head" is a metaphorical expression meaning to force or coerce someone into doing something against their will. In this context, it emphasizes that the speaker wants the person to feel comfortable and not obligated to attend the meal.Rate this question:
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My daughter is a good cook, but she always makes a real _________ of the kitchen – dirty dishes everywhere!
Explanation
The correct answer is "mess" because it is used to describe a situation where things are untidy or disorganized. In this context, it implies that the daughter leaves dirty dishes scattered around the kitchen, creating a messy environment.Rate this question:
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Where is the blue pencil?
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Yes, it's blue.
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No, it's red.
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It's my blue pencil.
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It's between the red pencil and the book.
Correct Answer
A. It's between the red pencil and the book.Explanation
The correct answer is "It's between the red pencil and the book." This answer indicates the location of the blue pencil, stating that it is positioned between the red pencil and the book.Rate this question:
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We're doing our best to keep the business going in the current economic climate, but I really feel we're fighting a losing ____________ .
Correct Answer
battleExplanation
The phrase "fighting a losing battle" is a common expression used to describe a situation where someone is struggling to achieve success or make progress, but it seems unlikely or impossible. In this context, the speaker is acknowledging the challenges they face in trying to maintain their business during the current economic climate. They feel that despite their efforts, they are unlikely to succeed or overcome the difficulties they are facing.Rate this question:
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I was looking forward to seeing that film, but now I don't think I'll bother; what you've just told me has really put me ________ .
Correct Answer
offExplanation
The phrase "put me off" means to discourage or deter someone from doing or enjoying something. In this context, the person was excited about watching the film but after hearing what was just told to them, they have lost interest or enthusiasm for it. The information they received has caused them to change their mind and decide not to watch the film anymore.Rate this question:
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These days companies have to pay careful attention to the health and safety of their employees, otherwise they _________ being sued.
Correct Answer
riskExplanation
Companies need to pay careful attention to the health and safety of their employees because if they don't, they are at risk of being sued. This means that if a company fails to prioritize the well-being of its employees and any harm or injury occurs as a result, the affected employees have the legal right to take legal action against the company. By not ensuring a safe working environment, companies are exposing themselves to potential lawsuits and the associated financial and reputational consequences.Rate this question:
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Are the children playing with the ball?
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Yes, it is.
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No, it isn't.
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Yes, they are.
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No, not playing.
Correct Answer
A. Yes, they are.Explanation
The question asks if the children are playing with the ball. The correct answer is "Yes, they are." This answer indicates that the children are indeed playing with the ball.Rate this question:
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We've had a few delays getting our website up and running, but _________ than that everything's going fine.
Correct Answer
otherExplanation
The correct answer is "other" because it suggests that there have been some delays in getting the website up and running, but apart from that, everything is going fine. The word "other" implies that there may be other issues or factors causing delays, but they are not significant enough to affect the overall progress or functioning of the website.Rate this question:
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What is the month before July?
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September.
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August.
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May.
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June.
Correct Answer
A. June.Explanation
The correct answer is June because it is the month that comes immediately before July in the calendar.Rate this question:
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I could tell from his expression that he didn't have the faintest __________ what I meant.
Correct Answer
ideaExplanation
The correct answer is "idea". The phrase "he didn't have the faintest idea" means that the person had no understanding or comprehension of what the speaker meant. The speaker could tell this by observing the person's expression, which indicated their lack of understanding.Rate this question:
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How many people are there in the picture?
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Yes, there are.
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No, there aren't.
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Are four peoples.
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There are five.
Correct Answer
A. There are five.Explanation
The correct answer is "There are five." This is because the question is asking about the number of people in the picture, and the statement "There are five" indicates that there are indeed five people in the picture. The other options "Yes, there are," "No, there aren't," and "Are four peoples" do not provide a specific number or contradict the statement that there are five people.Rate this question:
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When did you buy that jacket?
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I buy it since six months.
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I buy it about six months.
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I bought it about six months ago.
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I was buy it about six months ago.
Correct Answer
A. I bought it about six months ago.Explanation
The correct answer is "I bought it about six months ago." This answer is correct because it uses the past tense "bought" to indicate that the purchase of the jacket happened in the past. Additionally, the phrase "about six months ago" specifies the approximate time frame of the purchase.Rate this question:
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What do you have for breakfast?
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In the kitchen.
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Toast.
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At seven o'clock.
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With my family.
Correct Answer
A. Toast.Explanation
The given options are possible answers to the question "What do you have for breakfast?" Out of all the options, "Toast" is the only one that directly answers the question by mentioning a specific food item. The other options provide information about the location, time, and company during breakfast, but they do not answer the question about the food. Therefore, "Toast" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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IN THIS SECTION FILL THE BLANK IN EACH QUESTION WITH ONE WORD ONLY. The government keeps telling us things are improving, but I think the situation is just getting _______ .
Correct Answer
worseExplanation
The government keeps telling us things are improving, but I think the situation is just getting worse. This suggests that the speaker believes that the current situation is deteriorating or declining rather than improving. The word "worse" indicates a negative trend or development in the situation, contradicting the government's claims of improvement.Rate this question:
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After protracted talks the management team announced that the airline had finally ____________ an agreement with the union.
Correct Answer
reachedExplanation
The correct answer is "reached." This word is used to indicate that the airline and the union have come to an agreement after a long period of negotiations. It implies that both parties have reached a consensus or understanding on the terms and conditions of their agreement.Rate this question:
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The shower is in the ___________
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Kitchen.
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Bathroom.
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Dining room.
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Upstairs.
Correct Answer
A. Bathroom.Explanation
The correct answer is "bathroom" because showers are typically found in bathrooms, not in kitchens, dining rooms, or upstairs. Bathrooms are specifically designed for personal hygiene activities such as showering, bathing, and using the toilet.Rate this question:
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How do you come to school?
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By car.
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To learn English.
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Yes, I come.
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No, I don't.
Correct Answer
A. By car.Explanation
The question is asking about the mode of transportation used to come to school. The options provided are not relevant to the question, except for the first one which states "By car." This option directly answers the question and indicates that the person comes to school using a car.Rate this question:
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Do you have any pets?
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No, he hasn't pets.
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No, I don't.
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Yes, he has a dog.
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No, any pets.
Correct Answer
A. No, I don't.Explanation
The correct answer is "No, I don't." This answer indicates that the person does not have any pets. The other options ("No, he hasn't pets," "Yes, he has a dog," and "No, any pets") are incorrect because they either refer to someone else or use incorrect grammar.Rate this question:
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Is that man ________________ a newspaper?
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Read
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Looking
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Look
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Reading
Correct Answer
A. ReadingExplanation
The man is engaged in the activity of reading a newspaper.Rate this question:
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What time do you go to bed?
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Thirty-five past ten.
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About eleven o'clock.
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It's quarter to eleven.
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It's quarter past eleven.
Correct Answer
A. About eleven o'clock.Explanation
The correct answer is "About eleven o'clock." This answer indicates that the person usually goes to bed at around eleven o'clock.Rate this question:
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‘Tell me about your brother.’ ‘He’s tall, with black hair and _______________ .’
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Brown eyes.
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The browns eyes.
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The brown eyes.
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Browns eyes.
Correct Answer
A. Brown eyes.Explanation
The correct answer is "brown eyes" because the sentence is describing the physical appearance of the speaker's brother. Since "eyes" is plural, it should be paired with the plural form of the adjective "brown". Therefore, "brown eyes" is the correct choice.Rate this question:
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Which of these words is not a part of the body?
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Feet.
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Face.
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Hair.
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Hear.
Correct Answer
A. Hear.Explanation
The word "Hear" is not a part of the body. It refers to the sense of hearing, which is a function of the ear rather than a physical body part. The other options, "Feet," "Face," and "Hair," all refer to specific body parts that are physically present on the body.Rate this question:
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Have you got any brothers or sisters?
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I've got one sister; her name is Maria.
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I've got one sister; his name is Maria.
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I've got one sister; she name is Maria.
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I've got one sister; your name is Maria.
Correct Answer
A. I've got one sister; her name is Maria.Explanation
The correct answer is "I've got one sister; her name is Maria." This is because the pronoun "her" is used to refer to a female person, which is appropriate in this context since the sister's name is Maria. The other options use incorrect pronouns (his, she, your) or incorrect grammar (she name) which makes them incorrect.Rate this question:
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Do you drink coffee?
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No, I'm not.
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No, I aren't.
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No, I don't.
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No, I doesn't.
Correct Answer
A. No, I don't.Explanation
The correct answer is "No, I don't." because the question is asking about the person's coffee-drinking habits. The response "No, I don't" indicates that the person does not drink coffee. The other options are incorrect because they use incorrect verb forms or do not match the subject and verb agreement.Rate this question:
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What do you do when you get home from school?
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I'm play computer games.
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I'm eating a sandwich.
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I do my homework then watch TV.
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I talking with my friends.
Correct Answer
A. I do my homework then watch TV.Explanation
The correct answer is "I do my homework then watch TV." This answer suggests that the person prioritizes their responsibilities by completing their homework first before indulging in leisure activities like watching TV. It implies a sense of discipline and time management.Rate this question:
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What’s that woman doing?
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She's speak on her mobile phone.
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She's talking on her mobile phone.
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She's talk to the mobile phone.
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She's speak with someone on her mobile phone.
Correct Answer
A. She's talking on her mobile phone.Explanation
The correct answer is "She's talking on her mobile phone." This is because the verb "talking" is the correct form to use when describing someone using a mobile phone to communicate with someone else. The other options, such as "speak on," "talk to," or "speak with," are not grammatically correct in this context.Rate this question:
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What do you think about the final tomorrow?
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I think Brazil wins.
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I think Brazil will win.
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I think Brazil can winning.
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I think Brazil is winning.
Correct Answer
A. I think Brazil will win.Explanation
The correct answer is "I think Brazil will win." This answer is grammatically correct and expresses a future event using the modal verb "will." The other options are not grammatically correct or do not convey the future tense.Rate this question:
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I always write down new words because it helps me ____________ them.
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Memory
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Remember
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Forget
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Speak
Correct Answer
A. RememberExplanation
Writing down new words helps in remembering them. When we write something down, it reinforces the information in our memory. By actively engaging with the words and physically writing them, we create a stronger connection in our brain. This process helps us remember the words more effectively compared to simply hearing or reading them.Rate this question:
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As this is your first day with us don't be afraid to ask if there's anything you don't understand - some of our systems take a bit of __________ used to.
Correct Answer
gettingExplanation
The sentence states that some of the systems in the company may take some time to get used to. The word "getting" fits perfectly in the blank as it is the gerund form of the verb "get" and conveys the idea of becoming familiar or accustomed to something.Rate this question:
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What number comes after thirteen?
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Thirty-one.
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Fifteen.
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Fourteen.
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Forty.
Correct Answer
A. Fourteen.Explanation
The question asks for the number that comes after thirteen. The correct answer is fourteen, as it is the next number in the sequence after thirteen.Rate this question:
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When's your birthday?
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The fourteenth of April.
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Nineteen eighty-five.
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Three of May.
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The sixteen July.
Correct Answer
A. The fourteenth of April.Explanation
The correct answer is "The fourteenth of April" because it directly answers the question "When's your birthday?" by providing a specific date. The other options either provide a different format (Nineteen eighty-five) or an incorrect date (Three of May, The sixteen July).Rate this question:
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Can you play the piano?
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Yes, I'm playing very good.
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Yes, it plays very well.
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No, it can’t.
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No, I can't.
Correct Answer
A. No, I can't.Explanation
The correct answer is "No, I can't." This answer is correct because the question is asking if the person is able to play the piano. The response "No, I can't" indicates that the person is not able to play the piano.Rate this question:
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Hannah says she ______________ to stop smoking.
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Will
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Is going
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Can
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Can't
Correct Answer
A. Is goingExplanation
The correct answer is "is going". This is because the phrase "is going" indicates a future action or intention, which aligns with Hannah's statement of wanting to stop smoking in the future.Rate this question:
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I like the red dress, but I ________________ the black one.
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Rather
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Prefer
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Like most
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Like more
Correct Answer
A. PreferExplanation
The word "prefer" is the correct answer because it indicates a stronger preference for the black dress compared to the red dress. The sentence structure suggests that the speaker has a liking for the red dress, but their preference is even stronger for the black one.Rate this question:
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I’ve lived here _____________________ . .
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Since all the life.
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For all the life.
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Since many years.
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For many years.
Correct Answer
A. For many years.Explanation
The correct answer is "for many years." This phrase is used to indicate the duration of time the person has lived in the current location. "Since all the life" and "for all the life" are grammatically incorrect. "Since many years" is also incorrect as "since" is used to indicate a specific point in time, not a duration.Rate this question:
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Their uncle promised __________ them to the zoo as a treat.
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On taking
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On take
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Take
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To take
Correct Answer
A. To takeExplanation
The correct answer is "to take" because the phrase "to take" is used to indicate an action that someone will do in the future. In this sentence, the uncle is promising to take them to the zoo as a treat, so "to take" is the appropriate phrase to use.Rate this question:
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We saw some men having a fight in the street, but the police arrived and quickly broke it _______ .
Correct Answer
upExplanation
The word "up" in this context means to end or stop something. In this sentence, it suggests that the police quickly intervened and put an end to the fight between the men in the street.Rate this question:
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I ___________ the house upside-down but still didn’t find my bracelet.
Correct Answer
turnedExplanation
The word "turned" indicates that the person searched the house thoroughly or extensively, but despite their efforts, they were unable to find their bracelet.Rate this question:
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How old is your sister?
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She's fine thanks.
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Very well, thank you.
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She's sixteen.
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She sixteen.
Correct Answer
A. She's sixteen.Explanation
The correct answer is "She's sixteen." This answer provides the specific information requested in the question, stating the age of the sister as sixteen. The other options do not provide any relevant information about the sister's age.Rate this question:
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Which of these words is not a colour?
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Read.
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Black.
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Orange.
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Yellow.
Correct Answer
A. Read.Explanation
The word "read" is not a color. The other options, black, orange, and yellow, are all colors.Rate this question:
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Which of these is a farm animal?
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Lion.
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Sheep.
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Bear.
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Bird.
Correct Answer
A. Sheep.Explanation
Sheep is a farm animal because it is commonly raised on farms for its wool, meat, and milk. Sheep are domesticated animals that are kept in flocks and are often found grazing in pastures. They are bred for their wool, which is used to make clothing and other textile products. Additionally, sheep meat, known as lamb or mutton, is a popular source of protein in many cuisines around the world.Rate this question:
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Is this Peter's book?
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No, it's you book.
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No, it's mine book.
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No, it's your.
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No, it's mine.
Correct Answer
A. No, it's mine.Explanation
The correct answer is "No, it's mine." This answer is correct because it correctly identifies the possessive pronoun "mine" to indicate ownership of the book. The other options ("you book," "mine book," and "your") are grammatically incorrect or do not correctly convey possession.Rate this question:
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There ________ lots of people at the party last night.
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Are
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Wasn't
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Was
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Were
Correct Answer
A. WereExplanation
The correct answer is "were" because the subject "lots of people" is plural, indicating more than one person. Therefore, the verb "were" agrees with the plural subject.Rate this question:
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If there's something you want to tell me just say it - don't beat about the ________ .
Correct Answer
bushExplanation
The phrase "beat about the bush" means to avoid getting to the point or to speak indirectly. In this context, the speaker is advising the listener to be direct and straightforward in their communication, rather than using unnecessary or evasive language. The word "bush" is used metaphorically to represent unnecessary obstacles or distractions that can be avoided by being direct.Rate this question:
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One of the problems with giving aid to developing countries is that it can easily fall into the wrong __________ .
Correct Answer
handsExplanation
Giving aid to developing countries can easily fall into the wrong hands, meaning that it may not reach the intended recipients or be used for its intended purpose. Corruption, mismanagement, and lack of accountability can all contribute to aid not reaching those who need it most. This can perpetuate dependency, hinder development, and undermine the effectiveness of aid efforts.Rate this question:
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What are these?
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They pens.
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These pens.
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Are pens.
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They're pens.
Correct Answer
A. They're pens.Explanation
The correct answer is "They're pens." This is because the question is asking for the correct form to describe the pens, and "They're pens" is the correct contraction of "They are pens."Rate this question:
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What’s she going to do with the money you ________ her?
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Gave
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Have
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Giving
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Given
Correct Answer
A. GaveExplanation
The correct answer is "gave". The question is asking about what the person is going to do with the money that someone gave to her. The verb "gave" is the past tense of "give", which indicates that the action of giving has already happened.Rate this question:
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What is the day before Thursday?
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Wednesday.
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Friday.
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Monday.
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Saturday.
Correct Answer
A. Wednesday.Explanation
The day before Thursday is Wednesday. In a standard week, the days follow a sequential order: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Therefore, Wednesday is the day immediately preceding Thursday.Rate this question:
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