Parts Of Speech - Adjective - English Grammar Quiz

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    It was a cold day when I went to the beach.

    • It
    • Went
    • Cold
    • None of the above
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We welcome you to this English Grammar Quiz! An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun. Adjectives are used to describe the qualities of someone or something either independently on in contrast to something. Do you wish to have some practice on how to use or insert the right adjectives in a sentence? Take up the test below and get to do just that. The quiz has no time limit, so feel free to take it as often as you prefer. All the best!

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  • 2. 

    The beautiful lady smiled at the boy.

    • Beautiful

    • Lady

    • Smiled

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Beautiful
    Explanation
    The word "beautiful" is the correct answer because it describes the lady in the sentence. The sentence states that the lady smiled at the boy, and the word "beautiful" is used to provide a description of the lady.

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  • 3. 

    The man lived in a poor area in the city.

    • Man

    • Poor

    • Lived

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Poor
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that the man lived in a poor area in the city. This implies that the man's place of residence was in a neighborhood or locality that is characterized by poverty or a lack of financial resources. It can be inferred that the man's living conditions and quality of life may have been affected by the poverty prevalent in the area.

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  • 4. 

    The strange man walked down the road.

    • Strange

    • Man

    • Walked

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Strange
    Explanation
    The word "strange" is the correct answer because it is the only option given that describes the man in the sentence. The sentence states that the man is strange, implying that he is unusual or peculiar in some way. The other options, "man" and "walked," are not the correct answer because they do not provide any specific information about the man's characteristics or behavior.

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  • 5. 

    The house which Jack built, was impressive.

    • House

    • Impresssive

    • Built

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Impresssive
    Explanation
    The given sentence states that the house which Jack built was impressive. The word "impressive" is an adjective that describes the house, indicating that it left a strong positive impression or was highly admirable. Therefore, "impressive" is the correct answer choice as it accurately describes the quality of the house.

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  • 6. 

    The kind man gave the beggar a dollar.

    • Kind

    • Gave

    • Beggar

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Kind
    Explanation
    The word "kind" is the correct answer because it describes the man's behavior as being generous or compassionate. The sentence states that the man gave the beggar a dollar, indicating an act of kindness. The other options do not accurately describe the man's behavior in the sentence.

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  • 7. 

    Young people sometimes take their privileges for granted.

    • People

    • Sometimes

    • Young

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Young
    Explanation
    Young people sometimes take their privileges for granted because they may not fully appreciate the value and significance of the privileges they have. Being young and inexperienced, they may not have yet faced the challenges and hardships that can make one appreciate the privileges they enjoy. Additionally, young people may also lack the perspective and understanding of the struggles and sacrifices made by previous generations to secure these privileges. Therefore, they may unintentionally overlook or underestimate the importance of their privileges.

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  • 8. 

    The steep cliff could be seen from the road.

    • Steep

    • Cliff

    • From

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Steep
    Explanation
    The word "steep" is an adjective that describes the cliff, indicating that it has a sharp incline or slope. This suggests that the cliff is not easily scalable or accessible. The word "cliff" refers to a high, steep rock face or ledge. The phrase "from the road" indicates the viewpoint or location from where the cliff is visible. Therefore, the correct answer is "steep" because it accurately describes the nature of the cliff.

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  • 9. 

    The jersey my mother gave me was blue.

    • Jersey

    • Gave

    • Blue

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Blue
    Explanation
    The given sentence states that the jersey that the speaker's mother gave them was blue. This implies that the color of the jersey is blue, which is supported by the word "blue" in the sentence. Therefore, the correct answer is blue.

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  • 10. 

    The withered leaves collected near the gate.

    • Withered

    • Collected

    • Near

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Withered
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "withered" because it is the only word in the sentence that describes the condition of the leaves. The word "withered" indicates that the leaves are dried out, shriveled, and no longer alive. The other words, "collected" and "near," provide additional information about what was done with the leaves and where they were found, but they do not describe the leaves themselves. Therefore, "withered" is the most appropriate answer.

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