Ought To - English Quiz

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    You ought to learn a lot of English on this course.

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Ought to is a phrasal modal verb. It is used with the base form of a verb. You use ought to mean that it is morally right to do a particular thing or that it is morally right for a particular situation to exist, especially when giving or asking for advice or opin ions.
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  • 2. 

    Cadets ought to run in the morning.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Correct
    Explanation
    Running in the morning is a recommended practice for cadets. It helps in improving their physical fitness and stamina, which are essential for their training and duties. Running in the morning also helps in kickstarting their metabolism, boosting their energy levels, and enhancing their mental focus throughout the day. Additionally, running in the morning allows cadets to take advantage of the fresh air and peaceful environment, which can contribute to a more productive and efficient day ahead.

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  • 3. 

    He ought to arrive this afternoon.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Correct
    Explanation
    The sentence "He ought to arrive this afternoon" is grammatically correct. "Ought to" is used to express a moral obligation or a recommendation. In this case, it suggests that the person is expected or obligated to arrive this afternoon.

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  • 4. 

    They ought win the football match this evening.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Incorrect
  • 5. 

    It ought be a lovely day tomorrow.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Incorrect
  • 6. 

    It ought't to enjoy the holiday.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Incorrect
  • 7. 

    Soldiers ought exercise in a field.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Incorrect
    Explanation
    The correct answer is incorrect because the sentence is grammatically incorrect. The verb "ought" should be followed by the base form of the verb, which is "to exercise" in this case. Additionally, the preposition "in" should be replaced with "on" to indicate the location where the soldiers should exercise. Therefore, the correct sentence should be "Soldiers ought to exercise on a field."

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  • 8. 

    It oughtn't to take long to write an e-mail.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Correct
    Explanation
    The given statement is correct because it suggests that writing an email should not take a long time. This implies that the task of writing an email is expected to be quick and efficient.

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  • 9. 

    It oughtn't to make any difference.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Correct
    Explanation
    The given statement implies that whatever action is being discussed, it will not have any impact or consequence. Therefore, the correct answer is "correct" because it aligns with the notion that the action in question will not make any difference.

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  • 10. 

    The economic situation ought to improves next year.

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    Correct Answer
    A. Incorrect
    Explanation
    The given statement is grammatically incorrect. The verb "improves" should be in the base form "improve" to agree with the subject "economic situation". Therefore, the correct answer is "Incorrect".

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