Expert Level English Testing 2

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1. Correct the saying:

By hook or by strike

Explanation

The correct saying is "By hook or by crook." This phrase means that someone is determined to achieve their goal by any means necessary, whether it be by fair or foul methods. It implies that the person is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve their desired outcome. The other options, "By stroke or by strike" and "By hook or by hook" do not make logical sense and are not commonly used phrases.

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Expert Level English Testing 2 - Quiz

This test is made for super-advanced and expert learners and teachers of the ENGLISH LANGUAGE!
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2. Correct the sentence:

She's looking younger on this photo.

Explanation

The correct answer is "She looks younger in this photo." This is because the verb "looks" is more commonly used to describe a person's appearance, while the verb "is looking" is used to describe an ongoing action. Since the sentence is talking about her appearance in the photo, the verb "looks" is the appropriate choice. Additionally, the preposition "in" is used to indicate the location of the photo.

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3. Correct the sentence if there's a mistake:

She's been appointed head of the company.

Explanation

The given sentence is correct as it is. The use of "head" without an article is appropriate in this context because it refers to a specific position within the company, rather than a general or indefinite role. Therefore, "She's been appointed head of the company" accurately conveys the information that she has been given the specific position of being the head of the company.

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4. Is this structure possible or not?

Neither of my brothers have a car.

Explanation

The structure "Neither of my brothers have a car" is grammatically incorrect in standard English. The correct form should be "Neither of my brothers has a car" because "neither" is a singular subject and requires a singular verb. However, in Australian English, it is more acceptable to use the plural verb "have" in this construction. While it is possible to use this structure, it is considered less common and not the preferred form in standard English.

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5. Correct the sentence:

She always asking too much from me.

Explanation

The correct answer is "She always asks too much of me." This sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the meaning that the subject consistently demands or expects a large amount from the speaker. The use of "asks" instead of "asking" is appropriate as it matches the present tense of the subject. Additionally, the preposition "of" is more commonly used when referring to excessive demands or expectations.

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6. Is this sentence RIGHT or WRONG? If it's WRONG, correct it:

I didn't used to like opera, but now I do a lot!

Explanation

The given sentence is correct because it uses the correct structure for expressing a past habit that has changed. The correct form should be "didn't use to" instead of "didn't used to." The sentence also correctly expresses the change in the speaker's liking for opera from the past to the present.

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7. What does this word mean in OLD ENGLISH?
 

Lufu

Explanation

The word "Lufu" in Old English means "Love."

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8. Is this sentence RIGHT or WRONG?

She works in Legal and General Insurance

Explanation

She works AT Legal and General Insurance.
BUT! - She works IN a big insurance company.
"To work at" is used when we talk about the company's name.

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9. Which of these sentences  is (are) RIGHT?

1) 15 heads of cattle.
2) We felt it desirable that he not leave school before eighteen.
3) He's a strong smoker.
4) He ate with a knife and folk.
5) He plays piano.

Explanation

1) 15 HEAD of cattle.
3) He's a HEAVY smoker.
4) He ate with (a) knife and fork.
5) He plays (the) piano (In AmE it it's possible to leave out the article)

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10. Is this sentence RIGHT or WRONG? If it's wrong, correct it:

Our plant's going to be having been without water for three days.

Explanation

The given correct answer suggests that the sentence "Our plant's going to be having been without water for three days" is a new structure in British English (BE), but it may still be grammatically correct.

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Correct the saying:By hook or by strike
Correct the sentence:She's looking younger on this photo.
Correct the sentence if there's a mistake:She's been appointed head of...
Is this structure possible or not? Neither of my brothers have a car.
Correct the sentence:She always asking too much from me.
Is this sentence RIGHT or WRONG? If it's WRONG, correct it:I didn't...
What does this word mean in OLD ENGLISH? Lufu
Is this sentence RIGHT or WRONG? She works in Legal and General...
Which of these sentences  is (are) RIGHT?1) 15 heads of cattle.2)...
Is this sentence RIGHT or WRONG? If it's wrong, correct it:Our plant's...
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