Multiple Choice Test 1
Four words or phrases, labelled 1, 2, 3, and 4, are given below the conversation. Choose the word or phrase that will correctly complete the conversation. Click on the answer you think is correct.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
1. What year did you _____ university?
- A.
graduate
- B.
graduate from
- C.
graduating
- D.
graduating from
Correct Answer
B. graduate fromExplanation
The correct answer is "graduate from". This is because the phrase "graduate from" is the correct phrasal verb to use when referring to completing or finishing university. The other options, "graduate", "graduating", and "graduating from", are not grammatically correct in this context.Rate this question:
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- 2.
2. It seems to be getting worse. You had better _____ a specialist.
- A.
consult
- B.
consult to
- C.
consult with
- D.
consult by
Correct Answer
A. consultExplanation
The correct answer is "consult". In this sentence, the speaker is advising someone to seek the expertise of a specialist because the situation is deteriorating. "Consult" means to seek advice or information from an expert or professional, which fits the context of the sentence. The other options, "consult to", "consult with", and "consult by", are not grammatically correct and do not convey the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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- 3.
3. Chicago is a large city, _____?
- A.
aren't it
- B.
Doesn't it
- C.
Won't it
- D.
isn't it
Correct Answer
D. isn't itExplanation
The correct answer is "isn't it". This is because the question is asking for confirmation or agreement, and "isn't it" is a commonly used phrase in English to seek confirmation or agreement with a statement. It is used to imply that the speaker believes the statement to be true and is seeking agreement from the listener.Rate this question:
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- 4.
4. Don't leave your books near the open fire. They might easily _____.
- A.
catch to fire
- B.
catch the fire
- C.
catch on fire
- D.
catch with fire
Correct Answer
C. catch on fireExplanation
Leaving books near an open fire can easily cause them to catch fire. The phrase "catch on fire" means to ignite or start burning, making it the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 5.
5. Do you enjoy _____?
- A.
to swim
- B.
swimming
- C.
swim
- D.
to swimming
Correct Answer
B. swimmingExplanation
The correct answer is "swimming" because it is the correct gerund form of the verb "to swim" that is used after the verb "enjoy." Gerunds are formed by adding -ing to the base form of the verb, and in this case, "swimming" functions as a noun to indicate the activity that someone enjoys.Rate this question:
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- 6.
6. I have trouble _____.
- A.
to remember my password
- B.
to remembering my password
- C.
remember my password
- D.
Remembering my password
Correct Answer
D. Remembering my passwordExplanation
The correct answer is "remembering my password". This is the correct answer because it uses the gerund form of the verb "remember", which is the appropriate form to use after the preposition "to". The other options either use the base form of the verb ("remember") or the infinitive form ("to remember"), which are not grammatically correct in this context.Rate this question:
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- 7.
7. Do you have _____ to do today? We could have a long lunch if not.
- A.
Many work
- B.
Much work
- C.
Many works
- D.
Much works
Correct Answer
B. Much workExplanation
The correct answer is "much work" because the word "work" is an uncountable noun, so it should be paired with "much" instead of "many." "Many" is used with countable nouns, while "much" is used with uncountable nouns. Therefore, the correct phrase is "much work."Rate this question:
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- 8.
8. My brother will _____ for a few nights.
- A.
Provide us up
- B.
Provide us in
- C.
put us up
- D.
put us in
Correct Answer
C. put us upExplanation
This question is testing the phrasal verb "put up," which means to provide accommodation for someone. The correct answer is "put us up," as it correctly uses the phrasal verb in the appropriate context of someone providing accommodation for a few nights. The other options, "provide us up," "provide us in," and "put us in," do not accurately convey the meaning of providing accommodation.Rate this question:
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- 9.
9. When will the meeting _____?
- A.
hold on
- B.
hold place
- C.
take on
- D.
take place
Correct Answer
D. take placeExplanation
The correct answer is "take place" because it is the correct phrasal verb to use when referring to a scheduled event or meeting. "Hold on" means to wait, "hold place" and "take on" do not make sense in the context of a meeting.Rate this question:
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- 10.
10. The board meeting was held _____.
- A.
at Tuesday
- B.
On Tuesday
- C.
with Tuesday
- D.
in Tuesday
Correct Answer
B. On TuesdayExplanation
The correct answer is "on Tuesday" because it is the correct preposition to use when referring to a specific day of the week.Rate this question:
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- 11.
11. Why don't you _____ us?
- A.
go to the house party with
- B.
go together the house party with
- C.
go the house party with
- D.
together the house party with
Correct Answer
A. go to the house party withExplanation
The correct answer is "go to the house party with". This answer is correct because it follows the correct grammatical structure of the sentence. The verb "go" is followed by the preposition "to", indicating the destination of the action. In this case, the destination is "the house party". The phrase "with us" indicates that the speaker is inviting the listener to accompany them to the party.Rate this question:
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- 12.
12. That awful accident occurred _____.
- A.
Before three weeks
- B.
three weeks before
- C.
three weeks ago
- D.
three weeks past
Correct Answer
C. three weeks agoExplanation
The correct answer is "three weeks ago". This phrase correctly indicates that the accident happened in the past, specifically three weeks prior to the present moment.Rate this question:
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- 13.
13. They didn't _____ John's plan?
- A.
agree with
- B.
agree to
- C.
Agree
- D.
agree about
Correct Answer
B. agree toExplanation
The correct answer is "agree to". This is because when we "agree to" something, it means that we give our consent or approval to it. In this context, the sentence suggests that "they" did not give their consent or approval to John's plan. The other options, such as "agree with" or "agree about", do not convey the same meaning as "agree to" in this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 14.
14. The social worker _____ the two old sisters who were ill.
- A.
called to the house of
- B.
Called on the house of
- C.
called to
- D.
called on
Correct Answer
D. called onExplanation
The correct answer is "called on". This phrasal verb means to visit someone, usually at their home. In this context, the social worker visited the house of the two old sisters who were ill. The other options, "called to the house of" and "called to", do not convey the same meaning of physically visiting someone.Rate this question:
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- 15.
15. Tomorrow is Paul's birthday. Let's _____ it.
- A.
celebrate
- B.
praise
- C.
honor
- D.
Congratulate
Correct Answer
A. celebrateExplanation
Tomorrow is Paul's birthday, so it would be appropriate to celebrate it. Celebrating someone's birthday is a common way to show joy and appreciation for their special day. Praise, honor, and congratulate are also positive actions, but they may not specifically relate to a birthday celebration.Rate this question:
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- 16.
16. If you don't understand the text, don't hesitate _____.
- A.
ask a question
- B.
Asking a question
- C.
To ask a question
- D.
to asking a question
Correct Answer
C. To ask a questionExplanation
The correct answer is "to ask a question" because the phrase "don't hesitate" implies that the action being suggested should be done without delay or reservation. In this context, the verb "ask" needs to be in its infinitive form, which is "to ask." Therefore, the correct phrase is "don't hesitate to ask a question."Rate this question:
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- 17.
17. It's snowing. Would you like to _____ on Saturday or Sunday?
- A.
skiing
- B.
go to ski
- C.
Go skiing
- D.
go ski
Correct Answer
C. Go skiingExplanation
The correct answer is "go skiing" because it is the correct verb phrase to use when referring to the activity of skiing. The phrase "go skiing" indicates the action of participating in the sport of skiing, which is the appropriate response to the question about what to do on Saturday or Sunday when it is snowing.Rate this question:
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- 18.
18. Our company didn't pay _____ for that banner advertisement.
- A.
Much funds
- B.
Many funds
- C.
Many money
- D.
Much money
Correct Answer
D. Much moneyExplanation
The correct answer is "much money" because the word "pay" is followed by a non-countable noun, which should be paired with "much" instead of "many".Rate this question:
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- 19.
19. Do you feel like _____ now?
- A.
swimming
- B.
to swim
- C.
Swim
- D.
to go swimming
Correct Answer
A. swimmingExplanation
This question is asking for a verb that fits grammatically and semantically with the phrase "Do you feel like...". The correct answer is "swimming" because it is a gerund form of the verb "to swim" and functions as a noun in this context. It correctly completes the sentence and expresses the idea of wanting to engage in the activity of swimming.Rate this question:
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- 20.
20. Tom was thrilled to be _____ such a beautiful and interesting lady.
- A.
Introduced
- B.
introduced at
- C.
introduced with
- D.
Introduced to
Correct Answer
D. Introduced toExplanation
Tom was thrilled to be introduced to such a beautiful and interesting lady. This means that someone introduced Tom to the lady, and he was very excited about it.Rate this question:
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- 21.
21. "What happened to them last night? They look depressed" "I don't think _____ happened."
- A.
nothing
- B.
everything
- C.
something
- D.
anything
Correct Answer
D. anythingExplanation
The speaker is stating that they don't believe that anything happened to cause the depressed appearance of the individuals in question. They are suggesting that there is no specific event or reason that can be identified as the cause of their mood.Rate this question:
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- 22.
22. "It is not very cold. I don't think we need these big jackets." "I don't think so, _____."
- A.
anyway
- B.
neither
- C.
either
- D.
too
Correct Answer
C. eitherExplanation
The blank in the response "I don't think so, _____" should be filled with "either". This is because "either" is used to show agreement with a negative statement. In this context, the speaker is agreeing that they don't think they need the big jackets because it is not very cold.Rate this question:
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- 23.
23. "Bill is not doing well in class." "You must _____, that he is just a beginner at this level."
- A.
keep minding
- B.
Keep to mind
- C.
keep in mind
- D.
keeping in mind
Correct Answer
C. keep in mindExplanation
The phrase "keep in mind" means to remember or consider something. In this context, it is suggesting that the person should remember or consider the fact that Bill is just a beginner at this level when evaluating his performance in class.Rate this question:
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- 24.
24. "Excuse me. Do you know where the bus terminal is?" "It is _____ the large police station."
- A.
opposite
- B.
opposed to
- C.
opposite with
- D.
opposite to
Correct Answer
A. oppositeExplanation
The correct answer is "opposite." This means that the bus terminal is located across from or facing the large police station.Rate this question:
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- 25.
25. "Those students will perform the annual school play." "Yes, it is _____ for next week."
- A.
Due
- B.
Scheduled
- C.
time-tabled
- D.
put on
Correct Answer
B. ScheduledExplanation
The word "scheduled" is the correct answer because it means that the annual school play has been planned or arranged to take place at a specific time in the future. The phrase "it is scheduled for next week" indicates that the play has been organized and is expected to happen on a particular date.Rate this question:
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