Since And For Quiz
Answer some questions about entertainment and general knowledge involving the use of SINCE and FOR.
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SPEAKING!1 - Go ask your teacher two questions starting with "How Long" (present perfect).2 - Write one of his/her answers here.
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SPEAKING!1 - Go ask one of your classmates two other questions starting with "How Long" (present perfect).2 - Write one of his/her answers here.
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How long have Yázigi schools existed in Brazil?
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For almost 30 years.
- B.
For almost 40 years.
- C.
For almost 50 years.
- D.
For almost 60 years.
Correct Answer
D. For almost 60 years.Explanation
Yázigi schools have existed in Brazil for almost 60 years. This suggests that the schools have been established in the country for a significant amount of time, indicating their long-standing presence and experience in the Brazilian education system.Rate this question:
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How long has Rede Globo's Sunday show Fantástico been on the air?
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Since the 60's.
- B.
Since the 70's.
- C.
Since the 80's.
- D.
Since the 90's.
Correct Answer
B. Since the 70's.Explanation
Rede Globo's Sunday show Fantástico has been on the air since the 70's.Rate this question:
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How long has the Ice Age movie series existed?
- A.
For 5 years.
- B.
For 6 years.
- C.
For 7 years.
- D.
For 8 years.
Correct Answer
D. For 8 years.Explanation
The Ice Age movie series has existed for 8 years.Rate this question:
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Twilight is a series of four vampire-based fantasy romance novels by American author Stephenie Meyer. The books have gained immense popularity and commercial success around the world...
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Since 2003
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Since 2004
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Since 2005
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Since 2006
Correct Answer
C. Since 2005 -
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How long has it been since Justin Bieber released his single BABY in the United States?
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It's been 8 months.
- B.
It's been 7 months.
- C.
It's been 6 months.
- D.
It's been 5 months.
Correct Answer
A. It's been 8 months.Explanation
The correct answer is "It's been 8 months." This means that it has been 8 months since Justin Bieber released his single "BABY" in the United States.Rate this question:
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Coldplay are an English alternative rock band formed in London, England. How long have the members played together?
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For over 10 years.
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For over 8 years.
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For over 6 years.
- D.
For over 4 years.
Correct Answer
A. For over 10 years. -
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Aviões do Forró is a Brazilian forró band formed in Fortaleza, Ceará. How long has this band existed in our country?
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Since 2003.
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Since 2002.
- C.
Since 2001.
- D.
Since 2000.
Correct Answer
B. Since 2002.Explanation
Aviões do Forró has existed in Brazil since 2002.Rate this question:
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Red Hot Chili Peppers is an American alternative rock band formed in Los Angeles, California. How long have they played together?
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Since 1990.
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Since 1987.
- C.
Since 1985.
- D.
Since 1983.
Correct Answer
D. Since 1983.Explanation
The Red Hot Chili Peppers have been playing together since 1983.Rate this question:
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The singer Halley Williams has sung in the successful band PARAMORE...
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...since 2006.
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...since 2005.
- C.
...since 2004.
- D.
...since 2003.
Correct Answer
C. ...since 2004.Explanation
The correct answer is "...since 2004" because it is stated that the singer Halley Williams has sung in the successful band PARAMORE since a certain year. Out of the given options, 2004 is the only year mentioned.Rate this question:
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How long has Demi Lovato been a famous recording artist?
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Since she was 14.
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Since she was 15.
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Since she was 16.
- D.
Since she was 17.
Correct Answer
C. Since she was 16. -
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David Bowie is an English musician, actor, record producer and arranger. He is widely regarded as an innovator, particularly for his work in the 1970s. He has been cited as an influence by many musicians and is known for his distinctive voice and the intellectual depth of his work.For how long has been active in popular music?
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For two decades.
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For three decades.
- C.
For four decades.
- D.
For five decades.
Correct Answer
D. For five decades.Explanation
David Bowie has been active in popular music for five decades. This can be inferred from the information provided in the passage, which states that he is widely regarded as an innovator, particularly for his work in the 1970s. Additionally, it mentions that he has been cited as an influence by many musicians, indicating a long and influential career.Rate this question:
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Bon Jovi is an American hard rock band from Sayreville, New Jersey. Do you know how long they have played together?
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Since 1983
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Since 1985
- C.
Since 1987
- D.
Since 1989
Correct Answer
A. Since 1983Explanation
Bon Jovi is an American hard rock band that has been playing together since 1983.Rate this question:
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The Jonas Brothers are an American pop boy band. The band gained its popularity from the Disney Channel children's television network. The band consists of three brothers: Paul Kevin Jonas II (Kevin Jonas), Joseph Adam Jonas (Joe Jonas), and Nicholas Jerry Jonas (Nick Jonas).How long have they been on their successful musical career?
- A.
For about 7 years.
- B.
For about 6 years.
- C.
For about 5 years.
- D.
For about 4 years.
Correct Answer
C. For about 5 years.Explanation
The Jonas Brothers have been on their successful musical career for about 5 years.Rate this question:
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OK, OK! When we ask questions with HOW LONG we want to know...
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The frequency of actions or events.
- B.
The duration of actions or events.
- C.
When actions or events took place.
- D.
The probable consequence of a condition.
Correct Answer
B. The duration of actions or events.Explanation
The correct answer is "The duration of actions or events." When we ask questions using "how long," we are seeking information about the length of time that actions or events took place. This question is asking for the explanation of the correct answer choice, which is the duration of actions or events.Rate this question:
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For three years; for two years; since 2001; for four years; I've lived here; since 1962; for over three semesters; since my last vacation.
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For three years; for two years; since 2001; for four years; since 2000; since 1962; we've been; since my last vacation.
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For three years; for two years; since 2001; for four years; since 2000; since 1962; for over three semesters; since my last vacation.
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For three years; for two years; since 2001; for four years; since 2000; since 1962; for over three semesters; I haven't seen.
Correct Answer
C. For three years; for two years; since 2001; for four years; since 2000; since 1962; for over three semesters; since my last vacation. -
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We use FOR...
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To state the duration of actions or events that started in the past and continue up to now.
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When we express a probable consequence for a condition.
- C.
When we mention the starting point of actions and events that continue up to now.
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To state the frequency with which actions and events take place.
Correct Answer
A. To state the duration of actions or events that started in the past and continue up to now.Explanation
The correct answer is "to state the duration of actions or events that started in the past and continue up to now." This is because the use of "for" is commonly used to express the length of time an action or event has been ongoing, indicating that it started in the past and is still happening in the present. The other options mentioned do not specifically convey this meaning.Rate this question:
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We use SINCE...
- A.
To state the duration of actions or events that started in the past and continue up to now.
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When we express a probable consequence for a condition.
- C.
When we mention the starting point of actions and events that continue up to now.
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To state the frequency with which actions and events take place.
Correct Answer
C. When we mention the starting point of actions and events that continue up to now. -
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