English Pretest Trivia Questions
English pretest
Questions and Answers
- 1.
John___________ in the library this morning.
- A.
Is study
- B.
Studying
- C.
Is studying
- D.
Are studying
Correct Answer
C. Is studyingExplanation
The correct answer is "is studying" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to a singular subject, John. Therefore, the correct verb form to use is "is studying."Rate this question:
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- 2.
Alicia, __________ the windows please. It's too hot in here.
- A.
Opens
- B.
Open
- C.
Opened
- D.
Will open
Correct Answer
B. OpenExplanation
The correct answer is "open" because the sentence is in the imperative form, which is used to give commands or make requests. In this case, Alicia is being asked to open the windows to alleviate the heat in the room.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The movie was __________ the book.
- A.
As
- B.
As good
- C.
Good as
- D.
As good as
Correct Answer
D. As good asExplanation
The correct answer is "as good as" because it is a comparative phrase used to compare the movie to the book. It implies that the movie is of the same quality or standard as the book.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Sasha'asent hobbies include jogging, swimming, and __________.
- A.
To climb mountains
- B.
Climb mountains
- C.
To climb
- D.
Climbing mountains
Correct Answer
D. Climbing mountainsExplanation
The given sentence states that Sasha's hobbies include jogging and swimming, and the missing word should be related to these activities. "Climbing mountains" is the correct answer because it is a physical activity similar to jogging and swimming. It implies that Sasha enjoys engaging in outdoor activities that require physical exertion.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Mr. Hawkins requests that someone _________ the data by fax immediately.
- A.
Sent
- B.
Sends
- C.
Send
- D.
To send
Correct Answer
C. SendExplanation
The correct answer is "send". In this sentence, Mr. Hawkins is making a request for someone to take action and send the data by fax immediately. The verb "send" is the correct form to use in this context as it matches the subject "someone" and agrees with the present tense of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who is ____________ , Marina or Sachiko?
- A.
Tallest
- B.
Tall
- C.
Taller
- D.
The tallest
Correct Answer
C. TallerExplanation
The word "taller" is used to compare the heights of two people, Marina and Sachiko. It implies that one person is taller than the other, but it does not specify who is taller.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The concert will begin ________ fifteen minutes.
- A.
In
- B.
On
- C.
With
- D.
About
Correct Answer
A. InExplanation
The correct answer is "in" because it indicates the specific time when the concert will start. "In" is used to express a future point in time, and in this case, it means that the concert will start after fifteen minutes have passed.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Each of the Olympic athletes ____________ for months, even years.
- A.
have been training
- B.
Were training
- C.
Has been training
- D.
Been training
Correct Answer
C. Has been trainingExplanation
The correct answer is "has been training" because the phrase "each of the Olympic athletes" indicates that we are talking about multiple athletes individually. Since "each" is singular, we need to use the singular form of the verb "to be" ("has") and the present perfect continuous tense ("been training") to show that the training has been ongoing for a period of time leading up to the present moment.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Marina __________ never late for work.
- A.
Am
- B.
Are
- C.
Were
- D.
Is
Correct Answer
D. IsExplanation
The correct answer is "is" because the subject "Marina" is singular and requires a singular verb form. "Is" is the correct form of the verb "to be" for a singular subject in the present tense.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The company will upgrade _________ computer information systems next month.
- A.
There
- B.
Their
- C.
It's
- D.
Its
Correct Answer
D. ItsExplanation
The word "its" is the correct answer because it is used to show possession. In this sentence, "its" is referring to the computer information systems belonging to the company. "There" is used to indicate a location, "their" is used to show possession by multiple people or things, and "it's" is a contraction of "it is" which is not appropriate in this context.Rate this question:
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- 11.
A: How's it going?B: ___________, ________?
- A.
Not too much, and you?
- B.
Not bad, and you?
- C.
Not too bad, and you?
Correct Answer(s)
B. Not bad, and you?
C. Not too bad, and you?Explanation
The correct answer is "Not bad, and you?" and "Not too bad, and you?" because both responses are appropriate and common ways to respond to the question "How's it going?" They convey that the person is doing okay or not bad, and they also show interest in the other person's well-being by asking "and you?"Rate this question:
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- 12.
A: What's up?B: Not much, and you?A: ____________.
- A.
I'm fine.
- B.
Not too much.
- C.
Not bad.
Correct Answer
B. Not too much.Explanation
In response to B's question "Not much, and you?", A chooses the option "Not too much." This suggests that A does not have much to share or discuss at the moment.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Before a conversation question, what do english speaker often say?A: ____, what did you do last night?
- A.
Ummm
- B.
Hey
- C.
So
Correct Answer
C. SoExplanation
English speakers often say "So" before a conversation question to transition into the topic or to signal that they are about to ask a question. It serves as a way to initiate the conversation and grab the listener's attention.Rate this question:
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- 14.
We insisted __ going for walk.
- A.
In
- B.
At
Correct Answer
A. InExplanation
The correct answer is "in" because the phrase "insisted in" is grammatically incorrect. The correct phrase is "insisted on," which means to strongly demand or require something. Therefore, the correct sentence should be "We insisted on going for a walk."Rate this question:
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- 15.
The Mega Mall is _____ the building, isn't it?
- A.
On
- B.
To
Correct Answer
A. OnExplanation
The correct answer is "on" because it is used to indicate the location of something. In this case, it is used to indicate the location of the Mega Mall in relation to the building.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The woman __ the car was my sister.
- A.
To
- B.
In
Correct Answer
B. InExplanation
The correct answer is "in". In this sentence, we are talking about the location of the woman in relation to the car. "In" indicates that the woman is inside the car.Rate this question:
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- 17.
The old building was deserted __ pigeons and mice.
- A.
Of
- B.
On
Correct Answer
A. OfExplanation
The correct answer is "of". This preposition is used to show possession or association. In this sentence, the word "deserted" indicates that the old building was empty or abandoned. The phrase "deserted of pigeons and mice" means that there were no pigeons or mice in the old building.Rate this question:
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- 18.
I met my old classmate _____ the university.
- A.
In
- B.
At
Correct Answer
A. InExplanation
The correct answer is "in". This preposition is used to indicate location or position within a place. In this context, "in" is used to show that the speaker met their old classmate inside or within the university.Rate this question:
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- 19.
THE BABY SLEPT PEACEFULLY __________ THE TELEPHONE RING.
- A.
YET
- B.
INSPITE OF
- C.
WITH
- D.
ON
Correct Answer
B. INSPITE OFExplanation
The correct answer is "INSPITE OF". This phrase is used to indicate that despite the telephone ringing, the baby still slept peacefully. It suggests that the noise of the ringing telephone did not disturb the baby's sleep.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Read the text to answer question 1 and 2. Awesome congratulations To: Ahmad Fikri For: Being a bright and enthusiastic student in 1/2J. Your bright smile lights up our classroom everyday. Great work this year Fikri. Joanne What is the text about?
- A.
A letter from a teacher
- B.
A student report
- C.
A greeting card
- D.
An email
Correct Answer
C. A greeting cardExplanation
Kata ‘congratulations’ merupakan judul teks di atas, sehingga bisa disimpulkan bahwa teks tersebut adalah kartu ucapan selamat, yang merupakan salah satu bentuk greeting card.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Joanne is Fikri’s …
- A.
Mom.
- B.
Friend.
- C.
Headmaster.
- D.
Teacher.
Correct Answer
D. Teacher.Explanation
Kata ‘our classroom’ menjadi kunci untuk menentukan bahwa Joanne adalah guru Fikri.
Read the text to answer question 3.Rate this question:
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- 22.
The note tells the time for…
- A.
Term 2.
- B.
Assembly.
- C.
School concert.
- D.
Preparation of acts.
Correct Answer
B. Assembly.Explanation
Kata digaris bawahi menunjukkan pentingnya informasi itu, yaitu jam, hari dan waktu assembly.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Read the text to answer questions 4 and 5. Santi, Our plan to visit our friends who suffer from Merapi eruption is cancelled. The weather is not good to fly. I will let you know later. Sari From the text we know that …
- A.
Santi and Sari go to Merapi.
- B.
Sari suffers from Merapi eruption.
- C.
Merapi’s weather is fine.
- D.
Sari and Santi cancell their visit.
Correct Answer
D. Sari and Santi cancell their visit.Explanation
Teks pesan singkat tersebut menginformasikan penundaan kepergian ke temannya, hal ini dapat dilihat pada kalimat ‘our plan to visit our friends who suffer from Merapi erruption is cancelled’.Rate this question:
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- 24.
How are Santi and Sari going to visit their friends?
- A.
By bus
- B.
By ship
- C.
By train
- D.
By plane
Correct Answer
D. By planeExplanation
Kalimat ‘the weather is not good to fly’, menunjukkan mereka akan pergi dengan naik pesawat.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Read the text to answer questions 6 and 7. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hansen request the company of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Johnson Brown on the occasion of their 25th Wedding Anniversary on Saturday 28 May at 8. p.m. Taman Orchid Indah Block 2 D No. 4 Cengkareng Jakarta Barat R.S.V.P: Windy (02154390231) Who will celebrate the wedding anniversary?
- A.
Windy
- B.
Mr. and Mrs. Brown
- C.
Mr. and Mrs. Hansen
- D.
The company
Correct Answer
C. Mr. and Mrs. HansenExplanation
Dari undangan tersebut jelas yang merayakan ulang tahun pernikahan adalah Mr. and Mrs. Hansen.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Whatis the text written for?
- A.
To invite somebody to a party
- B.
To celebrate a wedding anniversary
- C.
To inform the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Hansen
- D.
To give direction for Taman Orchid Indah Block 2D
Correct Answer
A. To invite somebody to a partyExplanation
Teks tersebut adalah teks undangan, maka tujuan komunikatif dari penulisan teks tersebut adalah ARate this question:
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- 27.
Read the text to answer questions 8 and 9. ANNOUNCEMENT To : All students of SMP Bahagia Semarang. To celebrate the National Education Day,Students body will hold some interesting programs such as English Speech Contest, Debate, and Class Wall Magazine Competition. When: May 2, 2012 8 am onwards. Where: School hall Registration: Mr.Andi, the coordinator of this program. What does the text announce?
- A.
A Student Organization
- B.
An English Speech Contest
- C.
A National Day Celebration
- D.
A National Education Day ceremony
Correct Answer
D. A National Education Day ceremonyExplanation
Jawaban dari pertanyaan tersebut dapat dilihat pada kalimat pertama, jadi topik dari penguman tersebut tentang National Education Day CeremonyRate this question:
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- 28.
Based on the text we can say that ...
- A.
The programs will last for 4 hours
- B.
The programs will be held in the morning.
- C.
Two competitions will be held.
- D.
Mr.Andi is the organizerof the programs
Correct Answer
D. Mr.Andi is the organizerof the programsExplanation
Pada kalimat terakhir jelas bahwa koordinator program adalah Mr. Andi.Rate this question:
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- 29.
The text above is a … advertisement.
- A.
Food
- B.
Drink
- C.
School
- D.
Classroom
Correct Answer
A. FoodExplanation
kata kunci dalam iklan adalah “lunches” yang berarti makan siang. Jadi pilihan yang tepat adalah food ads.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Ahmad : Hi, Mal, Nice to see you again. Jamal : Nice to see you too Nick. Ahmad : How are you doing Jamal : ……………………
- A.
I’m studying
- B.
Good
- C.
I’m here
- D.
See you
- E.
Come again
Correct Answer
B. Good -
- 31.
Shofa : Wid, What do your family and you do every day? Wida : My family and I always………..our environment to keep it clean Every day every day.
- A.
Maintain
- B.
Maintains
- C.
Maintained
- D.
Are maintaining
- E.
Maintaining
Correct Answer
A. MaintainExplanation
The correct answer is "Maintain". This is because the sentence is in the present tense and the subject "My family and I" is plural. Therefore, the verb should also be in the plural form, which is "maintain".Rate this question:
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- 32.
Mr.Archer : Hello. May I speak to Mr. Jones? Receiver : ……………………. Mr.Archer : John Archer. Receiver : Hold the line, please. Mr.Archer : Right.
- A.
Who do you call, please?
- B.
Why are you calling?
- C.
Who is calling, please?
- D.
Are you calling me?
- E.
You calling me?
Correct Answer
C. Who is calling, please?Explanation
The correct answer is "Who is calling, please?" because Mr. Archer asks to speak to Mr. Jones, and the receiver's response indicates that they need to know the identity of the caller before transferring the call.Rate this question:
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- 33.
The boys ______ television every night unless they have homework.
- A.
Watches
- B.
Watched
- C.
Watch
- D.
Watching
- E.
Been watched
Correct Answer
C. WatchExplanation
The correct answer is "watch" because it agrees with the subject "boys" and the present tense verb form is used to indicate a habitual action.Rate this question:
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- 34.
Widespread rock falls also are ……………by loosening of rocks as a result of ground shaking.
- A.
Caused
- B.
Causing
- C.
Cause
- D.
Being caused
- E.
Causes
Correct Answer
A. CausedExplanation
The correct answer is "Caused". This is because the sentence is in the passive voice, indicating that the rock falls are the result of something else happening. In this case, the ground shaking is causing the loosening of rocks, which in turn leads to the rock falls. Therefore, "Caused" is the appropriate verb form to use in this context.Rate this question:
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- 35.
Local governments can ………….landslide effects through land-use policies and regulations.
- A.
Reduce
- B.
Reduced
- C.
Reducing
- D.
Be reduced
- E.
Reduces
Correct Answer
A. ReduceExplanation
Local governments have the ability to mitigate the effects of landslides through the implementation of land-use policies and regulations. By implementing measures such as zoning restrictions, building codes, and slope stabilization requirements, local governments can reduce the risk of landslides in areas prone to such hazards. These measures aim to control development in high-risk areas, promote responsible land management practices, and ensure that construction activities are carried out in a manner that minimizes the potential for landslides.Rate this question:
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- 36.
Every year my father ……………to New Jersey to visit my grandparents.
- A.
Drives
- B.
Driving
- C.
Drive
- D.
Has been driving
- E.
Is driven
Correct Answer
A. DrivesExplanation
The correct answer is "drives". This is because the sentence is in present tense and the subject "my father" requires a verb that matches in tense. "Drives" is the present tense form of the verb "drive" and correctly completes the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 37.
Mom : Ann! What is day today? Ann : Today is Tuesday. Mom : So, three days later will be….
- A.
Friday
- B.
Saturday
- C.
Monday
- D.
Thursday
- E.
Wednesday
Correct Answer
A. FridayExplanation
Based on the conversation between Mom and Ann, Ann states that today is Tuesday. Three days later from Tuesday would be Friday.Rate this question:
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- 38.
English is more popular ______ Swedish.
- A.
Thin
- B.
Them
- C.
Those
- D.
Than
- E.
Then
Correct Answer
D. ThanExplanation
The correct answer is "than". This is because "than" is used to make comparisons between two things. In this sentence, we are comparing the popularity of English and Swedish, indicating that English is more popular.Rate this question:
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- 39.
Sarah has a car but she (not/use) it very often. The right form for the word in the bracket is…..
- A.
Do not use
- B.
Not to use
- C.
Not use
- D.
Is not use
- E.
Does not use
Correct Answer
E. Does not useExplanation
Sarah has a car but she does not use it very often. This sentence is in the present tense, so the correct form of the verb "use" is "does not use." The word "does" is used to form the negative statement in the present tense for the third person singular subject, which in this case is "she."Rate this question:
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- 40.
My parents have two cars. The question for the answer above is…
- A.
How many cars does your parents have?
- B.
How many cars do you parents have?
- C.
How many cars do your parents have?
- D.
How many cars do your parents has?
- E.
How many cars does your parents has?
Correct Answer
C. How many cars do your parents have?Explanation
The correct answer is "How many cars do your parents have?" This question is grammatically correct and uses the correct subject-verb agreement. It asks about the number of cars that the parents possess.Rate this question:
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