Success-intermediate Placement Test
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What ..... about my idea for the holidays?
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Do you think
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You think
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Are you thinking
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You are thinking
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This intermediate placement test assesses understanding of English grammar, focusing on sentence structure and word usage.
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More and more young people ..... our club these days.
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Join
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Don't join
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Are joining
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Aren't joining
Correct Answer
A. JoinExplanation
The phrase "more and more young people" indicates a growing trend or increase in the number of young individuals. The word "join" appropriately reflects this idea of young people becoming members of the club.Rate this question:
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I don't know how you put ..... with those people.
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On
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Out
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Off
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Up
Correct Answer
A. UpExplanation
The phrase "put up with" means to tolerate or endure someone or something that is difficult or unpleasant. In this context, the speaker is expressing their inability to understand how the person they are referring to is able to tolerate or endure being around those people. The word "up" is the correct answer as it is the preposition that is commonly used after the verb "put" in this idiomatic expression.Rate this question:
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He really thinks a lot of .....
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Him
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His
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Himself
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He
Correct Answer
A. HimselfExplanation
The correct answer is "himself" because the sentence suggests that the person being referred to has a high opinion or regard for himself. The pronoun "himself" is used reflexively to indicate that the person is thinking highly of his own abilities, qualities, or achievements.Rate this question:
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We have to try and understand ..... if we want to live together.
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Us
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Together
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Ourselves
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Each other
Correct Answer
A. Each otherExplanation
In order to live together harmoniously, it is necessary for us to try and understand each other. This implies that we need to make an effort to comprehend the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of the individuals around us. By doing so, we can foster empathy, communication, and mutual respect, which are essential for maintaining healthy relationships and a cohesive community.Rate this question:
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I've got a new sweater with a ..... for when it is cold.
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Top
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Hood
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Cover
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Lid
Correct Answer
A. HoodExplanation
The correct answer is "hood" because a sweater with a hood provides additional warmth and protection for the head and neck area when it is cold.Rate this question:
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How long ..... that book?
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You have been reading
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You have read
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Have you read
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Have you been reading
Correct Answer
A. Have you been readingExplanation
The question is asking about the duration of time someone has been reading a book. The correct answer is "have you been reading" because it uses the present perfect continuous tense, which is used to talk about an action that started in the past and is still happening. This form is appropriate because it implies that the person is still reading the book at the present moment.Rate this question:
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Be careful you don't ..... that file on the computer.
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Destroy
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Undo
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Delete
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Remove
Correct Answer
A. DeleteExplanation
The correct answer is "delete" because it means to intentionally remove or erase a file from the computer. The other options, such as "destroy," "undo," and "remove," do not specifically refer to the action of permanently removing a file from the computer's storage.Rate this question:
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If the battery is too ..... , your phone won't work.
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Low
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Soft
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Down
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Slow
Correct Answer
A. LowExplanation
If the battery is too low, it means that the battery level is very low or almost depleted. In this state, the battery does not have enough power to operate the phone, causing it to not work.Rate this question:
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That thing you are looking for is made ..... plastic.
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For
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Of
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Up of
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On
Correct Answer
A. OfExplanation
The correct answer is "of" because it indicates that the thing being referred to is composed or made from plastic.Rate this question:
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Can you help me? My phone is out of .....
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Working
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Place
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Order
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Time
Correct Answer
A. OrderExplanation
The given correct answer is "order". In the context of the question, the person is asking for help with their phone. If their phone is out of order, it means it is not functioning or not working properly. Therefore, "order" is the correct answer as it correctly completes the sentence and conveys the meaning that the person's phone is not working.Rate this question:
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I ..... along the road when I saw the card.
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Was walking
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Walked
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Have walked
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Had walked
Correct Answer
A. Was walkingExplanation
The correct answer is "was walking" because the sentence is in the past continuous tense, indicating an ongoing action in the past. The verb "was walking" is the correct form to show that the person was in the middle of walking when they saw the card.Rate this question:
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When they arrived, we ..... the game.
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Have already finished
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Were already
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Had already finished
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Already finished
Correct Answer
A. Had already finishedExplanation
The correct answer is "had already finished". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and the use of "had" indicates that the action of finishing the game occurred before the arrival.Rate this question:
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When I opened the door, I ..... my friend.
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Was seeing
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Saw
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Have seen
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Had seen
Correct Answer
A. SawExplanation
The correct answer is "saw". This is because the sentence is in the past tense, indicating that the action of seeing the friend occurred in the past. The simple past tense form of the verb "see" is "saw", making it the correct choice in this context.Rate this question:
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The police asked if there were any ..... who had seen the crime.
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Witnesses
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Victims
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Juries
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Judges
Correct Answer
A. WitnessesExplanation
The police asked if there were any witnesses who had seen the crime. In this context, the word "witnesses" refers to individuals who may have observed or have knowledge about the crime that took place. They can provide valuable information or testimony to help the police in their investigation. Victims, juries, and judges are not relevant in this scenario as they do not pertain to individuals who have seen the crime.Rate this question:
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..... to play tennis when you were younger.
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Would you
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You used
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Did you
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Did you use
Correct Answer
A. Did you use -
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I remember he .....always fall asleep on the sofa.
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Had
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Used
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Would
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Did
Correct Answer
A. WouldExplanation
The correct answer is "would". This is because the sentence is referring to a habitual action in the past. The word "would" is often used to describe repeated actions or behaviors in the past. Therefore, it implies that the person being talked about frequently fell asleep on the sofa.Rate this question:
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I think you ..... to go to bed.
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Ought
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Should
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Must
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Can
Correct Answer
A. OughtExplanation
The word "ought" is used to express a moral obligation or duty. In this context, it suggests that the speaker believes it is morally right or necessary for the person to go to bed. The other options, "should," "must," and "can," do not convey the same sense of moral obligation.Rate this question:
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What time ..... get up yesterday?
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Did you have
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Must you
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Did you have to
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Were you having to
Correct Answer
A. Did you have toExplanation
The correct answer is "did you have to." This is because the question is asking about a past action or obligation, indicated by the word "yesterday." The phrase "did you have to" is the correct construction to inquire about a past necessity or requirement.Rate this question:
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He's very ..... and never thinks of anyone else.
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Tolerant
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Selfish
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Balanced
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Decisive
Correct Answer
A. SelfishExplanation
The correct answer is selfish because the sentence states that he never thinks of anyone else, indicating a lack of consideration or concern for others.Rate this question:
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Do you ..... if I smoke?
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Mind
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Wonder
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Matter
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Upset
Correct Answer
A. MindExplanation
The correct answer is "mind." In this sentence, the speaker is asking if the listener has any objection or concern about their smoking. The word "mind" is used to inquire if the listener would be bothered or have a problem with the speaker's smoking habit.Rate this question:
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He's so relaxed. The most laid - ..... person I know.
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Out
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Down
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Over
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Back
Correct Answer
A. BackExplanation
The phrase "The most laid-back person I know" suggests that the person being described is extremely relaxed and easygoing. The word "back" in this context implies a sense of calmness and lack of stress. Therefore, "back" is the correct answer to complete the sentence and convey the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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Don't be ..... . You've eaten enough for one day.
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Stubborn
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Greedy
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Gloomy
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Cheeky
Correct Answer
A. GreedyExplanation
The correct answer is "greedy" because the phrase "You've eaten enough for one day" suggests that the person being addressed has already consumed a significant amount of food. The word "greedy" implies excessive or insatiable desire for more, which aligns with the context of the statement.Rate this question:
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I think your idea ..... probably work.
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Might
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Won't
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Will
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Is going to
Correct Answer
A. WillExplanation
The correct answer is "will". In this sentence, the speaker is expressing their belief that the idea being discussed has a high likelihood of being successful. "Will" is used to indicate a future possibility or certainty, making it the most appropriate choice in this context.Rate this question:
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Do you think we will still be alive ..... the end of the century?
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In
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By
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For
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On
Correct Answer
A. ByExplanation
The word "by" is the correct answer because it indicates a specific point in time when something will happen. In this case, it suggests that the speaker is asking if they will still be alive before the end of the century. The other prepositions "in," "for," and "on" do not convey the same meaning and are not appropriate in this context.Rate this question:
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Problems with water could ..... to a new world war.
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Come
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Face
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Bring
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Lead
Correct Answer
A. LeadExplanation
Problems with water could lead to a new world war. This means that if there are significant issues or conflicts related to water, it could potentially escalate and result in a global conflict. Water scarcity and disputes over water resources are already causing tensions in various regions, and if left unresolved, these issues could potentially escalate to a level where they trigger a world war.Rate this question:
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I'm cold. Are you? ...... the fire on if you like.
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I'll put
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I'm putting
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I'm going to put
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I put
Correct Answer
A. I'll putExplanation
The correct answer is "I'll put". This is because the phrase "I'm cold. Are you?" implies that the speaker is currently feeling cold and is asking if the listener is also feeling cold. The phrase "I'll put the fire on if you like" suggests that the speaker is offering to start a fire to provide warmth. The use of "I'll" indicates a future action, showing the speaker's intention to start the fire in response to the coldness.Rate this question:
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Did you hear about the vulcanic ..... last night?
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Erupt
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Eruption
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Erupting
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Erupted
Correct Answer
A. EruptionExplanation
The word "eruption" is the correct answer because it is a noun that refers to the sudden release of volcanic material, such as lava, ash, and gases, from a volcano. The question is asking if the person heard about the volcanic event that occurred last night, and "eruption" is the most suitable word to describe this type of event.Rate this question:
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The next train to Hull ..... in ten minutes.
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Will leave
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Is leaving
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Leaves
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Is going to leave
Correct Answer
A. LeavesExplanation
The correct answer is "leaves" because the sentence is in the simple present tense and "leaves" is the correct form of the verb to match the subject "The next train to Hull."Rate this question:
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If something ..... wrong, I always get the blame.
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Will go
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Is going
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Would go
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Goes
Correct Answer
A. GoesExplanation
The correct answer is "goes" because the sentence is in the present tense and the word "always" indicates a habitual action. Therefore, the verb should be in the present simple form to show that the blame is consistently placed on the person.Rate this question:
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I ..... surprised if Sue is late this afternoon.
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Am not
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Won't be
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Wouldn't be
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Wasn't
Correct Answer(s)
A. Am not
A. Won't beExplanation
The correct answer is "am not" because it is the negative form of the verb "am" in the present tense. This means that the speaker is stating that they will not be surprised if Sue is late this afternoon. The answer "won't be" is incorrect because it suggests that the speaker will not be surprised in the future, rather than the present. The answer "wouldn't be" is incorrect because it is the conditional form of the verb "be" and does not fit the context of the sentence. The answer "wasn't" is also incorrect because it is the past tense form of the verb "be" and does not match the present tense of the sentence.Rate this question:
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If we ..... in Spain, I'd support Sevilla.
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Live
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Would live
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Will live
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Lived
Correct Answer
A. LivedExplanation
The correct answer is "lived". The sentence is in the conditional form, expressing a hypothetical situation. The use of "if" indicates that the speaker is imagining a scenario where they are living in Spain. Therefore, the verb "lived" is the correct choice as it matches the past tense of the verb "live" and fits the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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The new girl is as quiet ..... a mouse.
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As
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Than
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Like
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From
Correct Answer
A. AsExplanation
The correct answer is "as" because the sentence is comparing the new girl's quietness to that of a mouse. "As" is used to show similarity or equality between two things.Rate this question:
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She ..... win this year. She's much better than anyone else.
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Must have
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Probably won't
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Will definitely
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Is certain
Correct Answer
A. Will definitelyExplanation
Based on the given statement, it is implied that the person being referred to is highly skilled or talented compared to others. The phrase "will definitely" suggests a strong certainty about the person's ability to win this year. This is supported by the statement that she is "much better than anyone else." Therefore, it can be concluded that she has a high probability of winning.Rate this question:
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I won't help you ..... you promise to help me too.
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If
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Unless
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Provided
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On condition
Correct Answer
A. UnlessExplanation
The correct answer is "unless". "Unless" is used to indicate a condition that must be met in order for something else to happen. In this context, it means that the speaker will not help unless the other person promises to help them as well.Rate this question:
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As soon as I ..... home, I'll phone you.
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Will get
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Got
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Get
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Would get
Correct Answer
A. GetExplanation
The correct answer is "get". In this sentence, the phrase "As soon as I" indicates a future action. Therefore, the appropriate verb to use is "get" in the present simple tense. This implies that the speaker plans to phone the person immediately after arriving home.Rate this question:
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If we had taken a map, we ..... lost.
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Wouldn't get
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Didn't get
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Hadn't got
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Wouldn't have got
Correct Answer
A. Wouldn't have gotExplanation
The correct answer is "wouldn't have got" because it is the correct form of the conditional perfect tense. The sentence is talking about a hypothetical situation in the past, where the speaker did not take a map. The use of "wouldn't have got" indicates that if they had not taken a map, they would not have been able to find their way and would have been lost.Rate this question:
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What would you have done if you ..... the lottery last year?
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Won
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Would have won
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Had won
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Would win
Correct Answer
A. Had wonExplanation
The correct answer is "had won". This is because the sentence is in the past unreal conditional form, indicating a hypothetical situation in the past. "Had won" is the correct past perfect form of the verb "win" to express the unrealized possibility of winning the lottery last year.Rate this question:
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You ..... not tell anyone where you were.
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'd better
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Might
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Ought
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Best
Correct Answer
A. 'd betterExplanation
The phrase "You'd better" is used to give advice or a strong suggestion. In this context, it implies that it is in the best interest of the person to not tell anyone where they were. The use of "had" (short for "had better") suggests a sense of urgency or importance in following this advice.Rate this question:
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If I ..... you, I would apologise.
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Am
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Were
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Had been
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Would be
Correct Answer
A. WereExplanation
The correct answer is "were". This is because the sentence is in the subjunctive mood, expressing a hypothetical or unreal condition. In this case, the speaker is imagining themselves in a different situation where they would apologize. When expressing hypothetical or unreal conditions in the past, the verb "were" is used for all subjects, regardless of whether they are singular or plural.Rate this question:
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I hope I'll be able to ..... this fear of spiders.
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Overcome
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Overdo
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Overtake
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Oversee
Correct Answer
A. OvercomeExplanation
The correct answer is "overcome". In the given sentence, the speaker expresses a hope or desire to be able to conquer or defeat their fear of spiders. The word "overcome" means to successfully deal with or defeat a problem or difficulty, which fits perfectly in the context of the sentence. The other options, "overdo", "overtake", and "oversee", do not convey the same meaning and are not suitable in this context.Rate this question:
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I wish I ..... so much work to do today.
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Didn't have
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Don't have
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Wouldn't have
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Haven't got
Correct Answer
A. Didn't haveExplanation
The correct answer is "didn't have". This is because the sentence is expressing a hypothetical or unreal situation in the present. The speaker is expressing a wish that they have less work to do today, indicating that they currently have a lot of work. The correct form to express this wish is "didn't have", using the past simple tense to indicate a contrary-to-fact situation.Rate this question:
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If I only ..... about this place last year.
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Would know
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Knew
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Had known
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Have known
Correct Answer
A. Had knownExplanation
The correct answer is "had known." This is because the sentence is in the past conditional tense, indicating a hypothetical situation in the past. The phrase "If I only" suggests regret or missed opportunity, and the use of "had known" indicates that the person did not have knowledge of the place in the past.Rate this question:
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They ..... to hospital in an ambulance.
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Took
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Had taken
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Were taken
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Have taken
Correct Answer
A. Were takenExplanation
The correct answer is "were taken". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and the subject "they" is the receiver of the action "taken". The use of "were" indicates the past tense of the verb "to be" and "taken" is the past participle form of the verb "take". Therefore, "were taken" correctly expresses that the subject "they" were the ones who were transported to the hospital in an ambulance.Rate this question:
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The others ..... something to eat by the kitchen staff at the moment.
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Are being given
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Are giving
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Were giving
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Give
Correct Answer
A. Are being givenExplanation
The correct answer is "are being given". This is because the sentence is in the passive voice, indicating that the subject (others) is receiving the action (being given something to eat) by the kitchen staff at the moment. The present continuous tense "are being given" is used to show an ongoing action happening in the present.Rate this question:
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Where were you being ..... to?
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Drive
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Drove
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Driving
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Driven
Correct Answer
A. DrivenExplanation
The correct answer is "driven" because the sentence is in the passive voice and requires the past participle form of the verb "drive." In this case, "driven" is the correct past participle form of "drive."Rate this question:
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You should wear elbow ..... when you are climbing.
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Bags
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Pads
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Stops
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Breaks
Correct Answer
A. PadsExplanation
When climbing, it is important to protect your elbows from injuries. Elbow pads provide cushioning and support to prevent bruises, scrapes, or fractures in case of falls or collisions. Wearing elbow pads can enhance safety and comfort during climbing activities.Rate this question:
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Come on, it's time to ..... the plane.
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Board
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Climb
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Get into
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Take off
Correct Answer
A. BoardExplanation
The phrase "board the plane" means to enter or get on the plane. Therefore, the correct answer is "board" as it accurately completes the sentence and conveys the action of entering the plane.Rate this question:
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"I'm not going to lie." She said she ..... lie.
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Was going not to
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Isn't going to
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Wasn't going to
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Is going not to
Correct Answer
A. Wasn't going toExplanation
The correct answer is "wasn't going to". In the given sentence, the speaker is expressing that she will not lie. The phrase "I'm not going to lie" is an idiomatic expression commonly used to emphasize honesty. The correct form of the verb to use in the reported speech is "wasn't going to" as it matches the past tense of the original statement.Rate this question:
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