English Grammar Basics Exam: Quiz!
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- 1.
What is grammar?
- 2.
How many sections can English grammar be divided into?
- A.
6
- B.
8
- C.
9
- D.
11
Correct Answer
B. 8Explanation
English grammar can be divided into 8 sections. This is because English grammar encompasses several key areas, including phonetics and phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics. Each of these sections focuses on different aspects of the English language, such as the sounds and pronunciation, word formation and structure, sentence formation and structure, meaning and interpretation, language use in social contexts, and the psychological processes involved in language production and comprehension.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What kind of word is a doing-word?
- A.
Noun
- B.
Adjective
- C.
Adverb
- D.
Verb
Correct Answer
D. VerbExplanation
A doing-word refers to a verb. Verbs are words that express actions, occurrences, or states of being. They are often used to describe what someone or something does or what happens. In this case, the correct answer is "Verb" because a doing-word is synonymous with a verb.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Find the adjective(s):
- A.
Win
- B.
Blue
- C.
Pig
- D.
Some
- E.
Hard
Correct Answer(s)
B. Blue
E. HardExplanation
The correct answer is "blue, hard." These are the adjectives in the given list. "Blue" describes the color of something, while "hard" describes the level of difficulty or firmness of an object or situation.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Find the preposition(s):
- A.
On
- B.
Some
- C.
Small
- D.
Act
Correct Answer
A. On -
- 6.
Are the following words are conjunctions? Ouch Um Oh
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given words "Ouch," "Um," and "Oh" are not conjunctions. They are interjections, which are words or phrases used to express strong emotions or reactions. Conjunctions, on the other hand, are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which word is an adverb?
- A.
Quiet
- B.
Hurry
- C.
Faster
- D.
Inside
Correct Answer
C. FasterExplanation
"Faster" is an adverb because it modifies the verb "hurry" by indicating the speed at which the action is performed. Adverbs typically describe how, when, where, or to what extent an action is done, and "faster" fits this description by specifying the speed at which someone hurries.Rate this question:
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