TOEFL Grammar Diagnostic Quiz
Directions: for questions 1-55, each sentence contains four underlined words or phrases. Select the one word or phrase that must be changed for the sentence to be correct.
For questions 56-65, one or more words are left out of each sentence. Select the one word or phrase that completes the sentence correctly.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Beautiful is in the eye of the beholder.
- A.
Beautiful
- B.
In
- C.
Of
- D.
Beholder
Correct Answer
A. Beautiful -
- 2.
The baby showed a noticeable distaste for these kind of prepared baby food.
- A.
Noticeable
- B.
For
- C.
These kind
- D.
Baby
Correct Answer
C. These kindExplanation
The phrase "these kind" is grammatically incorrect. The correct form should be "this kind" as it refers to a singular noun, "baby food." The use of "these" implies a plural noun. Therefore, the correct answer is "this kind" to maintain grammatical accuracy and match the singular noun it refers to.Rate this question:
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- 3.
They cannot go camping right now because they are taking care of a three-weeks-old baby.
- A.
Right
- B.
Because
- C.
Taking care
- D.
Three-weeks-old
Correct Answer
D. Three-weeks-oldExplanation
The given answer "three-weeks-old" is the reason why they cannot go camping right now. They are currently taking care of a baby who is three weeks old. This implies that they are unable to go camping due to their responsibilities and the need to prioritize the care and well-being of their newborn child.Rate this question:
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- 4.
They went into the Superstition Mountains in search for the Lost Dutchman's Mine and were never heard from again.
- A.
Into
- B.
In search for
- C.
Never
- D.
Heard from
Correct Answer
B. In search forExplanation
The correct answer is "in search for". This phrase indicates the purpose or objective of going into the Superstition Mountains. It suggests that the individuals went into the mountains with the intention of finding the Lost Dutchman's Mine. The phrase "in search for" implies that they were actively looking for something and implies a sense of determination or quest.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The young girl dreamed a dream that she was being carried away by monsters.
- A.
A dream
- B.
That
- C.
Was being
- D.
By
Correct Answer
A. A dreamExplanation
The given sentence is describing the young girl's dream. The phrase "a dream" is the subject of the sentence, indicating that the girl had a dream. The word "that" is a conjunction, connecting the main clause with the subordinate clause that follows. The phrase "was being carried away by monsters" is the subordinate clause, providing more information about the girl's dream. The verb "was being carried" indicates the action of the dream, while "by monsters" specifies who or what was carrying her. Therefore, the correct answer is "a dream."Rate this question:
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- 6.
If it will rain this afternoon, we will have to cancel the picnic.
- A.
It
- B.
Will rain
- C.
Will have
- D.
To cancel
Correct Answer
B. Will rainExplanation
The given sentence is a conditional statement, expressing that if it rains this afternoon, the picnic will have to be canceled. The phrase "will rain" indicates a future event, suggesting that the speaker is predicting the occurrence of rain. Therefore, the correct answer is "will rain."Rate this question:
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- 7.
Are you familiar of the latest scientific developments in the field?
- A.
Are
- B.
Of
- C.
Latest
- D.
In
Correct Answer
B. OfExplanation
The word "of" is the correct answer because it completes the sentence and makes it grammatically correct. The sentence is asking if the person is familiar "of" the latest scientific developments in the field, indicating that they are asking if the person has knowledge or awareness "of" these developments.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Henry is the sort of a man who will give you the shirt off his back.
- A.
A
- B.
Who
- C.
You
- D.
Off
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
This sentence is expressing that Henry is the type of person who is extremely generous and willing to help others. The phrase "give you the shirt off his back" is a figurative expression meaning that he would give someone anything they need, even if it means sacrificing his own comfort or possessions. The word "a" is used as an article before the noun "man" to indicate that Henry belongs to a specific category or type of person.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Give the package to whomever has the authority to sign for it.
- A.
Whomever
- B.
Has
- C.
To sign
- D.
It
Correct Answer
A. WhomeverExplanation
The word "whomever" is the correct answer because it is used as the object of the verb "has" in the sentence. In this context, "whomever" is the appropriate pronoun to use because it is the object of the action of signing for the package. The word "whomever" is used when referring to the object of a verb or a preposition, which is the case in this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When he visited the doctor, the doctor told John that he should gone to the hospital immediately.
- A.
Visited
- B.
John
- C.
Should gone
- D.
Immediately
Correct Answer
C. Should goneExplanation
The correct answer is incorrect. The verb "gone" is not the correct form to use in this sentence. The correct form should be "should have gone" which indicates a past action that should have been done.Rate this question:
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