Readback Aviation English Placement Test
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
_____ name is Robert.
- A.
Me
- B.
I
- C.
My
Correct Answer
B. IExplanation
The correct answer is "I" because in this sentence, the subject is referring to oneself, so the pronoun "I" should be used.Rate this question:
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- 2.
They _____ from Spain.
- A.
Is
- B.
Are
- C.
Do
Correct Answer
B. AreExplanation
The correct answer is "are" because it agrees with the subject "they," which is a plural pronoun.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What do you do? I’m _____ pilot.
- A.
The
- B.
A
- C.
An
Correct Answer
B. AExplanation
The correct answer is "a". In this sentence, the speaker is referring to their occupation as a pilot. The indefinite article "a" is used before a singular noun when it is introduced for the first time or when it is not specific. In this case, the speaker is introducing themselves as a pilot and using "a" to indicate that they are one of many pilots.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Peter _____ at seven o’clock.
- A.
Goes up
- B.
Gets
- C.
Gets up
Correct Answer
C. Gets upExplanation
The question is asking for the correct verb to complete the sentence. The phrase "at seven o'clock" suggests a specific time, indicating that Peter performs the action of getting up at that time. Therefore, the correct answer is "gets up," as it accurately conveys the action of waking up at a specific time.Rate this question:
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- 5.
_____ you like this DVD?
- A.
Are
- B.
Have
- C.
Do
Correct Answer
C. DoExplanation
The correct answer is "Do". In this question, "Do" is used as an auxiliary verb to form a question in the present tense. The sentence is asking for the person's opinion or preference about the DVD.Rate this question:
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- 6.
We _____ live in a flat.
- A.
Don't
- B.
Hasn't
- C.
Doesn't
Correct Answer
A. Don'tExplanation
The correct answer is "don't". This is because the word "we" is a plural pronoun, and when using the present tense in negative form, we use "don't" with plural subjects.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, _____.
- A.
Saturday
- B.
Tuesday
- C.
Monday
Correct Answer
A. SaturdayExplanation
The given sequence follows the pattern of days of the week in chronological order. Starting from Wednesday, the next day is Thursday, followed by Friday. Therefore, the next day in the sequence would be Saturday.Rate this question:
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- 8.
_____ he play tennis?
- A.
Where
- B.
Does
- C.
Do
Correct Answer
B. DoesExplanation
The correct answer is "Does". This is because the question is asking about the third person singular subject "he", which requires the auxiliary verb "does" in order to form a question in the present tense.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Have you _____ a car?
- A.
Any
- B.
Have
- C.
Got
Correct Answer
C. GotExplanation
The word "got" is the correct answer because it is used to express possession or ownership. In the given question, the verb "have" is followed by "got" to form the present perfect tense. Therefore, "got" is the appropriate word to complete the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 10.
We don’t have _____ butter.
- A.
A
- B.
Any
- C.
Got
Correct Answer
B. AnyExplanation
The correct answer is "any". This is because the sentence is expressing a lack of butter, and "any" is used to indicate the absence of something.Rate this question:
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- 11.
_____ some money here.
- A.
They're
- B.
There are
- C.
There's
Correct Answer
C. There'sExplanation
The correct answer is "There's". This is because the sentence is referring to a singular noun, "some money", and the contraction "There's" is used to indicate that something exists or is present.Rate this question:
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- 12.
We _____ got a garage.
- A.
Haven't
- B.
Hasn't
- C.
Don't
Correct Answer
A. Haven'tExplanation
The correct answer is "haven't". This is because "haven't" is the contraction of "have not", which is the correct form to use with the pronoun "we". The sentence is expressing the negative form of "have" to indicate that "we" do not possess a garage.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Those shoes are very _____ .
- A.
Expensive
- B.
A lot
- C.
Cost
Correct Answer
A. ExpensiveExplanation
The given correct answer for this question is "expensive". This word is used to describe the shoes, indicating that they have a high price or are costly.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Have you got a pen? Yes, I _____ .
- A.
Am
- B.
Have
- C.
Got
Correct Answer
B. HaveExplanation
The question is asking if the person has a pen. The correct answer is "have" because it is the appropriate verb to use in this context. "Am" is a form of the verb "to be" and does not fit grammatically. "Got" is the past tense of "get" and does not convey the present possession of a pen.Rate this question:
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- 15.
They _____ at home yesterday.
- A.
Was
- B.
Are
- C.
Were
Correct Answer
C. WereExplanation
The correct answer is "were." This is because the sentence is referring to multiple people or things, which requires the plural form of the verb "to be."Rate this question:
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- 16.
I _____ there for a long time.
- A.
Lived
- B.
Living
- C.
Live
Correct Answer
A. LivedExplanation
The correct answer is "lived." This is the past tense form of the verb "live," indicating that someone was in a specific place for a long time in the past.Rate this question:
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- 17.
He didn’t _____ glasses.
- A.
Put
- B.
Wear
- C.
Take
Correct Answer
B. WearExplanation
The correct answer is "wear" because it implies that the person did not have glasses on their face.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Do you like the red _____ ?
- A.
It
- B.
That
- C.
One
Correct Answer
C. OneExplanation
The word "one" is the correct answer because it is the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence. The sentence is asking for the respondent's preference towards a red object, and "one" is commonly used to refer to a specific object or thing. The word "it" would not be suitable as it is a pronoun used to refer to something previously mentioned. Similarly, "that" is used to point out or identify something specific, but it does not fit well in the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 19.
He _____ to Brazil on business.
- A.
Go
- B.
Goed
- C.
Went
Correct Answer
C. WentExplanation
The correct answer is "went". This is the past tense form of the verb "go". In the sentence, it is indicated that the person went to Brazil on business, which implies a completed action in the past. Therefore, "went" is the appropriate verb form to use in this context.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Yesterday was the _____ of April.
- A.
Third
- B.
Three
- C.
Day three
Correct Answer
A. ThirdExplanation
The correct answer is "third" because the question is asking for the date, specifically the day of the month. "Third" is the ordinal number for the number 3, indicating that yesterday was the third day of April.Rate this question:
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- 21.
She’s got _____ hair.
- A.
Long dark
- B.
Long and dark
- C.
Dark, long
Correct Answer
C. Dark, longExplanation
The correct answer is "dark, long." This is because the adjective "dark" describes the type of hair, and the adjective "long" describes the length of the hair. The correct word order is to use the descriptive word before the noun it modifies, so "dark" comes before "long."Rate this question:
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- 22.
I _____ play football at the weekend.
- A.
Usually
- B.
Use
- C.
Usual
Correct Answer
A. UsuallyExplanation
The correct answer is "usually" because it is an adverb that is used to describe an action that is done regularly or frequently. In this case, the person is stating that they play football on the weekends as a regular occurrence.Rate this question:
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- 23.
I _____ in an armchair at the moment.
- A.
Sitting
- B.
'm sitting
- C.
Sit
Correct Answer
B. 'm sittingExplanation
The correct answer is 'm sitting. This is because the sentence is describing the current action of the speaker, indicating that they are currently in the act of sitting in an armchair. The contraction "I'm" is the shortened form of "I am," which is the correct verb form to use in this context.Rate this question:
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- 24.
My brother is older _____ me.
- A.
Then
- B.
That
- C.
Than
Correct Answer
C. ThanExplanation
The correct answer is "than". In this sentence, "than" is used to compare the ages of two people, indicating that the brother is older than the speaker.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Their car is _____ biggest on the road.
- A.
Than
- B.
This
- C.
The
Correct Answer
C. TheExplanation
The correct answer is "the". In this sentence, the word "the" is used to compare the size of their car to other cars on the road. It indicates that their car is the biggest among all the cars on the road.Rate this question:
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- 26.
It’s the _____ interesting of his films.
- A.
More
- B.
Most
- C.
Much
Correct Answer
B. MostExplanation
The correct answer is "most". In this sentence, we are comparing the level of interest among his films. When comparing two things, we use the comparative form "more" before the adjective or adverb for two-syllable words. However, when comparing more than two things, we use the superlative form "most" before the adjective or adverb. Since we are comparing the interest level of multiple films, "most" is the correct choice.Rate this question:
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- 27.
The phone’s ringing: _____ answer it.
- A.
I'll
- B.
I
- C.
Will
Correct Answer
A. I'llExplanation
The correct answer is "I'll." This is a contraction of "I will," indicating that the speaker will answer the phone.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Do you _____ classical or rock music?
- A.
Rather
- B.
Prefer
- C.
More
Correct Answer
B. PreferExplanation
The word "prefer" is the correct answer because it is used to express a choice or liking for one thing over another. In the given sentence, the word "prefer" is used to ask about someone's preference for either classical or rock music.Rate this question:
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- 29.
He has _____ breakfast.
- A.
Ate
- B.
Eaten
- C.
Eat
Correct Answer
B. EatenExplanation
The correct answer is "eaten" because it is the past participle form of the verb "eat." In this sentence, the word "has" indicates that the action of eating breakfast was completed in the past, so the past participle form should be used.Rate this question:
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- 30.
The _____ have seen it before.
- A.
Childs
- B.
Child
- C.
Children
Correct Answer
C. ChildrenExplanation
The word "have" indicates that the subject of the sentence is plural. Therefore, the correct answer is "children" as it is the plural form of "child".Rate this question:
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- 31.
I’ve never met an actor _____ .
- A.
Before
- B.
Already
- C.
After
Correct Answer
A. BeforeExplanation
The correct answer is "before". This is because the sentence is stating that the person has never met an actor in the past. "Before" indicates that the person has not had any prior encounters with actors.Rate this question:
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- 32.
_____ is very good exercise.
- A.
Swim
- B.
To swim
- C.
Swimming
Correct Answer
C. SwimmingExplanation
Swimming is a very good exercise because it involves the use of multiple muscles in the body, providing a full-body workout. It is a low-impact activity that puts minimal stress on the joints, making it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. Swimming helps improve cardiovascular health, builds endurance, strengthens muscles, and increases flexibility. It is also a great way to burn calories and maintain a healthy weight. Additionally, swimming can be a fun and enjoyable activity, making it easier to stick to a regular exercise routine.Rate this question:
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- 33.
Have you _____ been on a winter sports holiday?
- A.
Always
- B.
Ever
- C.
Soon
Correct Answer
B. EverExplanation
The word "ever" is the correct answer because it is used to ask about experiences in someone's entire life. In this question, it is asking if the person has ever been on a winter sports holiday at any point in their life. The word "always" is incorrect because it implies a continuous action, which does not fit the context of the question. The word "soon" is also incorrect because it refers to a future event, which is not what the question is asking about.Rate this question:
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- 34.
I can’t _____ another language.
- A.
Speaking
- B.
Speak
- C.
To speak
Correct Answer
B. SpeakExplanation
The correct answer is "speak". This is because the verb "speak" is used to express the ability or inability to communicate in a particular language. In this sentence, the word "can't" indicates the inability to speak another language.Rate this question:
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- 35.
They _____ pay for the tickets.
- A.
Haven't to
- B.
Don't have
- C.
Don't have to
Correct Answer
C. Don't have toExplanation
The correct answer is "don't have to." This is because the phrase "don't have to" is used to express the absence of obligation or necessity. In this context, it means that the subject is not required to pay for the tickets.Rate this question:
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- 36.
_____ old is their car?
- A.
What
- B.
When
- C.
How
Correct Answer
C. HowExplanation
The word "How" is the correct answer because it is used to ask about the age of something. In this case, the question is asking about the age of their car.Rate this question:
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- 37.
Stephen _____ to visit his parents.
- A.
Will
- B.
Going
- C.
Is going
Correct Answer
C. Is goingExplanation
The correct answer is "is going". This is because the sentence is referring to a future action of Stephen visiting his parents. The present continuous tense "is going" is used to express future plans or intentions.Rate this question:
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- 38.
I don’t _____ getting up early
- A.
Not like
- B.
Want
- C.
Enjoy
Correct Answer
C. EnjoyExplanation
The correct answer is "enjoy" because it is the only option that conveys a positive feeling towards getting up early. The other options, "not like" and "want," both suggest a negative or unwilling attitude towards waking up early.Rate this question:
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- 39.
We _____ like to see the mountains.
- A.
Would
- B.
Will
- C.
Are
Correct Answer
A. WouldExplanation
The correct answer is "would". This is because "would" is used to express a desire or preference in the past or present. In this sentence, the speaker is expressing their preference to see the mountains.Rate this question:
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- 40.
They _____ ever check their emails.
- A.
Hard
- B.
Harder
- C.
Hardly
Correct Answer
C. HardlyExplanation
The word "hardly" is the correct answer because it means "almost never" or "rarely." This implies that the subject mentioned in the sentence does not frequently or regularly check their emails.Rate this question:
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- 41.
They won’t come, _____ they?
- A.
Won't
- B.
Come
- C.
Will
Correct Answer
C. WillExplanation
The correct answer is "will". In this sentence, the word "won't" is a contraction of "will not", which is used to form the negative form of the future tense. Since the sentence is asking about the future action of someone coming, the correct form to use is "will".Rate this question:
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- 42.
He _____ know how to spell it.
- A.
Doesn't
- B.
Hasn't
- C.
Don't
Correct Answer
A. Doesn'tExplanation
The correct answer is "doesn't". This is because the word "doesn't" is the contraction of "does not", which is used in the third person singular form of the verb. In this sentence, the subject is "he" which is a third person singular pronoun, so we use "doesn't" to indicate that he does not know how to spell it.Rate this question:
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- 43.
Carla _____ to the radio all morning.
- A.
Listening
- B.
Heard
- C.
Listened
Correct Answer
C. ListenedExplanation
Carla listened to the radio all morning.Rate this question:
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- 44.
They _____ come to the cinema with us.
- A.
Doesn't
- B.
Not
- C.
Didn't
Correct Answer
C. Didn'tExplanation
The correct answer is "didn't". This is because "didn't" is the past tense form of the verb "do" and is used to indicate a negative action or event that happened in the past. In this sentence, it suggests that the person did not come to the cinema with us in the past.Rate this question:
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- 45.
I like this song. _____ do I.
- A.
Either
- B.
So
- C.
Neither
Correct Answer
B. SoExplanation
The correct answer is "So". This is because "So" is used to show agreement or similarity between two statements. In this case, the speaker is expressing their liking for a song, and the response "So do I" indicates that the other person also likes the song.Rate this question:
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- 46.
We _____ them at eight o’clock.
- A.
Meet
- B.
're meet
- C.
're meeting
Correct Answer
C. 're meetingExplanation
The correct answer is 're meeting. This is the correct form of the verb "meet" in the present continuous tense to match the subject "we" and the time reference "at eight o'clock". The phrase "re meeting" indicates that the action of meeting is happening in the present and is ongoing.Rate this question:
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- 47.
They are going _____ in America next month.
- A.
To be
- B.
Will be
- C.
Be
- D.
Being
Correct Answer
A. To beExplanation
The correct answer is "to be". This is because the sentence is referring to a future action or event that will happen next month. In this case, "going to be" is the correct construction to indicate a future plan or arrangement.Rate this question:
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- 48.
This is the cinema _____ we saw the film.
- A.
When
- B.
Which
- C.
That
- D.
Where
Correct Answer
D. WhereExplanation
The correct answer is "where." This is because "where" is used to refer to a place, and in this sentence, it is used to indicate the location of the cinema where the speaker saw the film.Rate this question:
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- 49.
Have you ever _____ in a jazz band?
- A.
Seen
- B.
Played
- C.
Listened
- D.
Wanted
Correct Answer
B. PlayedExplanation
The correct answer is "played" because the question is asking if the person has ever participated in a jazz band. "Seen," "listened," and "wanted" do not fit the context of the question as they do not imply active participation in a jazz band.Rate this question:
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- 50.
I’m _____ when I’m with you.
- A.
Happyer
- B.
Happier than
- C.
Happier
- D.
The happy
Correct Answer
C. HappierExplanation
The correct answer is "happier". This is because the sentence is comparing the speaker's level of happiness when they are with the person being referred to. The word "happier" indicates a higher level of happiness compared to another state or situation.Rate this question:
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