Jhs 3 English Language 1
From the alternative lettered A to D, choose the one
which is most suitably completes each sentence.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Salifu was ........ surprised that he could not talk.
- A.
Enough
- B.
So
- C.
What
- D.
Which
Correct Answer
B. SoExplanation
Salifu was so surprised that he could not talk. This means that Salifu's level of surprise was extremely high, to the point where he was unable to speak. The word "so" is used to emphasize the intensity of his surprise, indicating that it was beyond what would be considered normal or expected.Rate this question:
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- 2.
This amount is all .......... I have on me.
- A.
That
- B.
This
- C.
What
- D.
Which
Correct Answer
A. ThatExplanation
The correct answer is "that". In this sentence, "that" is used as a demonstrative pronoun to refer to a specific amount of money. It indicates that the speaker is referring to the exact amount they have on them.Rate this question:
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- 3.
I am told the boy is a friend of .......
- A.
He
- B.
Him
- C.
His
- D.
He's
Correct Answer
C. HisExplanation
The correct answer is "his". In this sentence, the possessive pronoun "his" is used to show that the boy is a friend of someone. The word "his" indicates that the friend belongs to the boy.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Rice and beans ........ a good meal for children
- A.
Are
- B.
Have been
- C.
Is
- D.
Is being
Correct Answer
C. IsExplanation
The correct answer is "is" because it agrees with the subject "Rice and beans" in number and form. "Is" is the singular form of the verb "to be" and is used when referring to a single subject. In this sentence, "Rice and beans" is considered as a single dish, so the singular form of the verb should be used.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Yaw is ........clever to be cheated.
- A.
Quiet
- B.
So
- C.
Too
- D.
Very
Correct Answer
C. TooExplanation
The word "too" is used to indicate an excessive degree or extent. In this context, it means that Yaw is excessively clever to be cheated. This implies that Yaw's level of cleverness makes it impossible or highly unlikely for anyone to deceive or trick him.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The two rivals are fond of insulting.........
- A.
Each other
- B.
One another
- C.
One and the other
- D.
Themselves
Correct Answer
A. Each otherExplanation
The correct answer is "each other" because it implies that the two rivals insult and mock each other. This phrase suggests a reciprocal action where both parties engage in insulting behavior towards one another.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Of all the pupils in the class, Ekua is .....
- A.
Prettier
- B.
Prettiest
- C.
The prettier
- D.
The prettiest
Correct Answer
D. The prettiestExplanation
Ekua is described as "the prettiest" among all the pupils in the class. This implies that there are other pupils in the class who are also pretty, but Ekua is considered to be the most attractive or beautiful among them all. The use of "the" before "prettiest" indicates that Ekua is being compared to the other pupils in a specific group, emphasizing her superiority in terms of physical appearance.Rate this question:
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- 8.
It is high tine Adzo .......... home.
- A.
Came
- B.
Comes
- C.
Come
- D.
Went
Correct Answer
A. CameExplanation
The correct answer is "came" because the phrase "It is high time" indicates that something should have happened already. In this case, it suggests that Adzo should have already come home. Therefore, the past tense form "came" is the correct choice.Rate this question:
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- 9.
You should be ....... more careful about what you say.
- A.
Less
- B.
Least
- C.
Little
- D.
A little
Correct Answer
D. A littleExplanation
The phrase "a little" is the most appropriate answer because it suggests that one should exercise some caution or discretion in their speech, but not necessarily to a great extent. It implies that being moderately careful with one's words is sufficient, rather than being overly cautious or extremely careful.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Atsu is looking forward to ....... his friend at the party
- A.
See
- B.
Seeing
- C.
Be seeing
- D.
Have seen
Correct Answer
B. SeeingExplanation
The correct answer is "seeing" because the phrase "looking forward to" is followed by a gerund (verb + -ing) when expressing anticipation or excitement about a future event. In this case, Atsu is anticipating the action of seeing his friend at the party.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The harder you study, ........ your chance of success.
- A.
Greater
- B.
Greatest
- C.
The great
- D.
The greater
Correct Answer
D. The greaterExplanation
The phrase "the greater" is the correct answer because it completes the sentence logically and grammatically. The phrase is used to compare two things, in this case, studying and the chance of success. It implies that the more one studies, the higher their chance of success becomes.Rate this question:
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- 12.
If you had asked me, I ....... you.
- A.
Will help
- B.
Would help
- C.
Will have help
- D.
Would have helped
Correct Answer
D. Would have helpedExplanation
The sentence is in the conditional form, indicating a hypothetical situation in the past. "Would have helped" is the correct answer because it expresses the speaker's willingness to assist if they had been asked in the past. This form of the verb is used to talk about unrealized possibilities or regrets about the past.Rate this question:
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- 13.
I don't really know what you want, .........I?
- A.
Am
- B.
Aren't
- C.
Do
- D.
Did
Correct Answer
C. DoExplanation
The correct answer is "do" because the sentence is in the present tense and the subject "I" requires the auxiliary verb "do" to form a question.Rate this question:
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- 14.
I will not walk to school with ....... of the boys.
- A.
Each
- B.
Either
- C.
Everyone
- D.
Neither
Correct Answer
B. EitherExplanation
The correct answer is "either" because it is used to indicate a choice between two options. In this sentence, it suggests that the speaker will not walk to school with any of the boys, indicating that the speaker does not want to walk with any boy in particular.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Jane fell ill .......... measles.
- A.
At
- B.
By
- C.
Of
- D.
In
Correct Answer
C. OfExplanation
The preposition "of" is used to show possession or relationship. In this sentence, "of" is used to indicate that Jane fell ill with measles, implying that she has contracted or is experiencing the illness. The other prepositions do not convey the same meaning in this context.Rate this question:
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