1.
She went to the concert .... .
Correct Answer
D. By taxi
Explanation
The correct answer is "by taxi." This means that she used a taxi as her mode of transportation to go to the concert.
2.
If I were rich, I .... buy a yacht.
Correct Answer
A. Would
Explanation
The correct answer is "would". The sentence is a conditional statement in the past tense. "If I were rich" sets up a hypothetical situation, indicating that the speaker is not currently rich. In this hypothetical scenario, the speaker expresses their desire to buy a yacht, making "would" the appropriate choice to convey their conditional intention.
3.
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Correct Answer
B. He likes going out for beer.
Explanation
The correct answer is "He likes going out for beer." This is because the subject "He" is singular, so the verb should also be singular, which is "likes." Additionally, the correct form of the verb "go" is "going," not "go." Finally, the sentence is about his preference for going out for beer, so it should include the gerund form "going out."
4.
Sarah plays basketball .... .
Correct Answer
D. On Fridays
Explanation
The correct answer is "on Fridays" because it is the most commonly used preposition to indicate a specific day of the week. In this context, it suggests that Sarah regularly plays basketball on Fridays.
5.
How old are you?
Correct Answer
D. I am 18 years old.
Explanation
The correct answer is "I am 18 years old." This response directly answers the question by providing the age of the person. The other options either provide incomplete information or do not address the question at all.
6.
.... some more tea?
Correct Answer
D. Would you like
Explanation
The correct answer is "Would you like." This phrase is commonly used to offer something to someone in a polite and friendly manner. In this context, it is asking if the person would like more tea. The other options ("Did you like," "Do you like," "Do you") do not fit the context as they do not convey the same meaning of offering something.
7.
By the time you finish the class I .... .
Correct Answer
A. Will have left
Explanation
This question is testing the future perfect tense. "By the time you finish the class" indicates a point in the future, and "will have left" is the correct form of the verb to use in this context. It implies that the speaker will leave before the class is finished.
8.
I wanted a blue jacket but they only had .... .
Correct Answer
D. A grey one
Explanation
The correct answer is "a grey one" because it correctly completes the sentence by specifying the desired color (grey) and the type of item (jacket) that was available. The phrase "a grey one" effectively communicates the speaker's preference for a grey jacket.
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Correct Answer
A. Gary usually arrives late.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Gary usually arrives late" because in English, the adverb "usually" typically comes before the main verb "arrives." Additionally, the adverb "late" is commonly placed after the verb to indicate the timing of the action.
10.
Michael .... fly to Newcastle tomorrow.
Correct Answer
C. Is going to
Explanation
The correct answer is "is going to." This is because the sentence is referring to a future action that Michael will perform, which is indicated by the word "tomorrow." "Is going to" is the correct verb form to express a future action in this context.
11.
Has Mr. Clarkson arrived .... ?
Correct Answer
A. Yet
Explanation
The word "yet" is used to ask about whether Mr. Clarkson has arrived at a certain point in time. It implies that his arrival has not happened up until now, leaving the possibility open for him to arrive in the future. The other options ("still," "now," and "yesterday") do not convey the same meaning and are not appropriate in this context.
12.
When Alex arrived, his friends .... .
Correct Answer
D. Had already left
Explanation
The correct answer is "had already left" because the use of "had" indicates that the action of leaving occurred before Alex's arrival. This past perfect tense is used to show that the action happened before another past event.
13.
How long have you been working as a teacher?
Correct Answer
D. At least 5 years.
Explanation
The phrase "At least 5 years" implies that the person has been working as a teacher for a minimum of 5 years. It suggests that the person may have been working as a teacher for a longer period of time, but it could also mean that they have been working for exactly 5 years.
14.
I forgot .... the window before I left.
Correct Answer
A. To close
Explanation
The sentence structure suggests that the speaker forgot to do something before leaving. The verb "forgot" is followed by an infinitive verb form "to close," indicating the action that was forgotten. Therefore, the correct answer is "to close."
15.
My sister .... never been to London.
Correct Answer
B. Has
Explanation
The correct answer is "hasn't". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect tense and is referring to an action that has not occurred in the past. "Hasn't" is the contraction of "has not", which is the correct form to use in this context.
16.
Your cousin plays golf very well, .... ?
Correct Answer
C. Doesn't he
Explanation
The given correct answer is "doesn't he". This is because the question is in the affirmative form ("Your cousin plays golf very well"), and when we want to make a tag question, we use the opposite form. Since the statement is in the present simple tense and the subject is "your cousin", the correct tag question would be "doesn't he".
17.
If only I .... to the birthday party instead of staying at home.
Correct Answer
B. Had gone
Explanation
The correct answer is "had gone". This is because the sentence is in the past unreal conditional form, indicating that the speaker did not actually go to the birthday party. "Had gone" is the correct past participle form of the verb "to go" in this context.
18.
The room was empty. .... there.
Correct Answer
A. Nobody was
Explanation
The correct answer is "Nobody was" because it indicates that there was no one present in the empty room.
19.
My parents haven't got ... money.
Correct Answer
A. Any
Explanation
The correct answer is "any" because it indicates that the speaker's parents do not possess a specific amount or quantity of money. It implies that they have no money at all.
20.
The kitchen can't be dirty she .... .
Correct Answer
D. Has just cleaned it
Explanation
The correct answer is "has just cleaned it." This is because the phrase "has just cleaned it" indicates an action that was recently completed in the past. It implies that the kitchen is currently clean as a result of this action.
21.
Claire is .... Peter to get up now.
Correct Answer
A. Telling
Explanation
The correct answer is "telling" because it is the most appropriate verb to use in this context. Claire is instructing or urging Peter to get up now, which aligns with the meaning of "telling." The other options, such as "telling to," "saying," or "talking," do not convey the same sense of giving a direct command or instruction.
22.
Have you sent that email to Mr. Brown? - Yes, I've .... done that.
Correct Answer
C. Already
Explanation
The correct answer is "already" because it indicates that the action of sending the email to Mr. Brown has been completed in the past. The word "already" suggests that the speaker has already performed the task and there is no need to do it again.
23.
It's no use .... to them. They don't listen.
Correct Answer
A. Speaking
Explanation
The correct answer is "speaking" because the phrase "It's no use" indicates that the action of speaking is futile or pointless. The sentence suggests that the people being referred to do not listen regardless of whether someone speaks to them or not. Therefore, the most appropriate option is "speaking," as it implies that attempting to communicate verbally with them is ineffective.
24.
That is the woman .... I saw last Monday.
Correct Answer
D. -----
Explanation
The correct answer is "whom". This is because "whom" is used to refer to the object of a verb or preposition. In the given sentence, "whom" is used to refer to the woman, who is the object of the verb "saw".
25.
.... is his family house from here?
Correct Answer
C. How far
Explanation
The correct answer is "How far" because the question is asking about the distance between the current location and his family house. "How far" is the appropriate question to inquire about distance.
26.
You can't play computer games .... you like.
Correct Answer
B. Whenever
Explanation
The word "whenever" means at any time or on any occasion. In the given sentence, it implies that there are no restrictions or limitations on playing computer games. It suggests that one can play computer games at any time they like, without any specific conditions or requirements.
27.
The castle is very old. It .... in 1648.
Correct Answer
C. Was built
Explanation
The correct answer is "was built" because the sentence is in the past tense and the verb "built" needs to be in the past tense form. "Was built" is the correct past tense form of the verb "build" to match the subject "castle".
28.
Mary .... go to work this morning.
Correct Answer
C. Had to
Explanation
Mary had a responsibility or obligation to go to work this morning.
29.
That's the .... of my worries, it'll never happen.
Correct Answer
D. Least
Explanation
The word "least" is the correct answer because it is used to compare two or more things and indicate the smallest amount or degree. In the given sentence, the speaker is saying that something is not a concern at all, implying that it is the smallest or least important worry among all their worries.
30.
Don't .... us. We'll be back late.
Correct Answer
C. Wait for
Explanation
The phrase "Don't wait for us" suggests that the speaker does not want the listener to wait for them. The correct answer, "wait for," implies that the speaker wants the listener to wait for them. Therefore, "wait for" is the appropriate choice to complete the sentence.
31.
The girl .... in the corner is my best friend.
Correct Answer
D. Standing
Explanation
The correct answer is "standing" because it is the present participle form of the verb "stand" and it correctly describes the girl's current action or state. In this sentence, "standing" is used as an adjective to describe the girl, indicating that she is currently in a standing position.
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Correct Answer
A. She used to play with dolls very often.
Explanation
The correct answer is "She used to play with dolls very often." This sentence is in the past tense and indicates a habitual action in the past. The phrase "used to" is used to express past habits or actions that happened repeatedly or frequently in the past but no longer occur in the present. The other options in the question have grammatical errors or do not convey the same meaning as the correct answer.
33.
He doesn't like .... what to do.
Correct Answer
A. Being told
Explanation
The correct answer is "being told" because it correctly completes the sentence structure "He doesn't like..." and is the most appropriate phrase to convey the meaning that he dislikes when someone tells him what to do.
34.
We.... it doesn't rain tomorrow, we're having a barbecue.
Correct Answer
C. Hope
Explanation
The word "hope" is the correct answer because it conveys the meaning of wishing or desiring for something to happen in the future. In this context, it implies that the speaker wants it to not rain tomorrow so that they can have a barbecue. The other options, such as "wait," "wish," and "expect," do not accurately capture the sense of anticipation or desire expressed in the sentence.
35.
I thought you .... to school with me.
Correct Answer
B. Were coming
Explanation
The correct answer is "were coming" because the sentence is in the past tense and the phrase "I thought" indicates that the action was happening in the past. "Were coming" is the past continuous tense, which is used to describe an ongoing action in the past.
36.
They remember being .... to the fair as children.
Correct Answer
B. Taken
Explanation
The correct answer is "taken" because it implies that someone else brought them to the fair when they were children. The word "taken" suggests that they were not responsible for going to the fair themselves, but rather someone else took them there.
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Correct Answer
C. She's such a nice woman!
Explanation
The correct answer is "She's such a nice woman!" This is because "such" is used before an adjective to emphasize the quality or extent of something. In this case, it emphasizes that the woman is very nice. The other options either have incorrect word order or use "a" before "such," which is grammatically incorrect.
38.
Could you give me a 20% _ on this bag? It has a dirty mark on it.
Correct Answer
C. Discount
Explanation
The person is asking for a 20% discount on the bag because it has a dirty mark on it. A discount is a reduction in price or cost, so this would be the appropriate request in this situation. A refund would imply returning the bag and receiving the full amount paid, which is not what the person is asking for. A bargain refers to getting a good deal or paying a lower price, but it doesn't specifically address the issue of the dirty mark. Credit would involve receiving money back towards a future purchase, which is also not what the person is asking for.
39.
She is _ more intelligent than her brother.
Correct Answer
A. Far
Explanation
The correct answer is "far" because it indicates a significant difference in intelligence between the girl and her brother. It implies that the girl is much more intelligent than her brother, emphasizing a great distance or gap in their intelligence levels.
40.
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Correct Answer
A. That's a fashionable black leather handbag.
Explanation
The correct answer is "That's a fashionable black leather handbag." This answer follows the correct order of adjectives, which is opinion (fashionable) followed by color (black) and material (leather).
41.
I wish I .... a car, I'm tired of catching the bus.
Correct Answer
D. Had
Explanation
The correct answer is "had". In this sentence, the speaker is expressing a desire for something different in the present, which indicates a past unrealized wish. The past unreal conditional form "had" is used to express this.
42.
I really wanted to tell him what I thought of him. I had to _ .
Correct Answer
C. Bite my tongue
Explanation
The phrase "bite my tongue" is a common idiom that means to refrain from speaking out or expressing one's true thoughts or opinions. In this context, the speaker wanted to express their thoughts about someone but chose to remain silent instead. The phrase implies self-restraint and avoiding confrontation or causing conflict by biting down on one's tongue to prevent speaking out.
43.
The sky's very dark. It _ there's going to be a storm.
Correct Answer
D. Looks as if
Explanation
The phrase "looks as if" is the correct answer because it implies that the dark sky is giving the impression or appearance that there is going to be a storm. The other options do not convey the same meaning.
44.
What _ do tonight, eat out or stay in?
Correct Answer
A. Would you rather
Explanation
The phrase "would you rather" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to present a choice between two options. In this context, the speaker is asking for the listener's preference between eating out or staying in. The other options, "had you better," "do you rather," and "would you better," do not accurately convey the intended meaning of the question.
45.
Guest house rooms must be .... by 1 pm.
Correct Answer
D. Vacated
Explanation
The correct answer is "vacated". This means that the guest house rooms must be emptied or cleared out by 1 pm.
46.
You can borrow the umbrella .... you give it back.
Correct Answer
A. As long as
Explanation
The phrase "as long as" is used to indicate a condition or requirement that must be met in order for something to happen. In this context, it means that you can borrow the umbrella, but only if you give it back. The phrase implies that the borrowing is allowed as long as the condition of returning it is fulfilled.
47.
Let's go swimming, ....?
Correct Answer
B. Shall we
Explanation
The given question is suggesting an invitation to go swimming. The phrase "shall we" is commonly used to make suggestions or invitations in English. Therefore, "shall we" is the correct answer as it is the most appropriate phrase to use in this context.
48.
Michael's very late. Do you think he _ forgotten about dinner?
Correct Answer
C. Might have
Explanation
The correct answer is "might have" because it suggests the possibility that Michael has forgotten about dinner. The phrase "might have" is used to express a past possibility or uncertainty, indicating that it is a plausible explanation for Michael's lateness.
49.
They shouldn't go in the boat alone because _ of them can swim.
Correct Answer
C. Neither
Explanation
The reason they shouldn't go in the boat alone is because neither of them can swim.
50.
I am going to the optician's. I need to _ .
Correct Answer
D. Have my eyes tested
Explanation
The correct answer is "have my eyes tested." In this sentence, the speaker is expressing the need to get their eyes tested by an optician. The phrase "have my eyes tested" is the correct way to convey this meaning in English. The other options either have incorrect word order or do not accurately convey the intended meaning.