Grammar Quiz: Can You Choose The Appropriate Word?

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Grammar Quiz: Can You Choose The Appropriate Word? - Quiz

In the grammar quiz below, can you choose the appropriate word that should be included in the sentence for it to make sense? If you have been having a hard time when it comes to forming sentences this quiz is exactly what you need so be sure to give it a try and see for sure how much practice you need to perfect your skills.

Questions and Answers

1.

He wants a sheep/ ship for his birthday.
- A.
  
  Sheep
- B.
  
  Ship
Correct Answer
A. Sheep

Explanation
The given correct answer for this question is "sheep" because the person wants a sheep for their birthday. This is evident from the statement "He wants a sheep for his birthday." The word "sheep" is specifically mentioned as the desired gift, indicating that the person is interested in receiving a sheep as a present.

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2.

That's a very small bean/ bin.
- A.
  
  Bean
- B.
  
  Bin
Correct Answer
B. Bin

Explanation
The correct answer is "bin" because the statement mentions a small object and both "bean" and "bin" are small objects. However, "bin" is more commonly associated with small objects like waste bins or storage bins, whereas "bean" refers specifically to a type of seed. Therefore, "bin" is the more appropriate and logical answer in this context.

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3.

Look at these cheeks/ chicks.
- A.
  
  Cheeks
- B.
  
  Chicks
Correct Answer
B. Chicks

Explanation
The word "chicks" is the correct answer because it matches the context provided in the question. The phrase "Look at these cheeks/ chicks" suggests that the speaker is referring to a group of baby birds, which are commonly called chicks. The word "cheeks" does not make sense in this context.

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4.

It's a cheap/ chip machine.
- A.
  
  Cheap
- B.
  
  Chip
Correct Answer
A. Cheap

Explanation
The word "cheap" is the correct answer because it is a homophone of the word "chip." The question is likely testing the understanding of homophones, which are words that sound the same but have different meanings. In this case, "cheap" means inexpensive, while "chip" refers to a small piece or fragment.

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5.

What a high heel/ hill.
- A.
  
  Heel
- B.
  
  Hill
Correct Answer
A. Heel

Explanation
The question presents two similar-sounding words, "heel" and "hill," and asks for the correct answer. The correct answer is "heel" because it is the word that matches the given phrase "What a high heel/hill." This suggests that the question is asking for a word related to a high heel, rather than a hill. Therefore, "heel" is the correct answer.

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6.

Don't eat that pill/ peel.
- A.
  
  Pill
- B.
  
  Peel
Correct Answer
A. Pill

Explanation
The given statement advises against consuming a specific object, either a pill or a peel. The correct answer, "pill," aligns with this advice. It implies that the pill is the object that should not be eaten, while the peel may be safe for consumption. Without further context, it is unclear what type of pill or peel is being referred to, but the answer suggests that caution should be exercised specifically with the pill.

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Grammar Quiz: Can You Choose The Appropriate Word?

He wants a sheep/ ship for his birthday.

That's a very small bean/ bin.

Look at these cheeks/ chicks.

It's a cheap/ chip machine.

What a high heel/ hill.

Don't eat that pill/ peel.