Unit 8 English 2

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1. Every Monday, Sally __________________ (drive) her kids to football practice. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "drives" because the sentence is in present simple tense and "Sally" is a singular noun, so the verb should be in the third person singular form.

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Unit 8 English 2 - Quiz

Unit 8 English 2 focuses on assessing practical grammar skills through sentence completion tasks. It tests various tenses in English, enhancing learners' ability to use different verb forms... see morecorrectly in everyday contexts. see less

2. Usually, I ____________________ (work) as a secretary.

Explanation

The given sentence is in the present simple tense and is a statement about a habitual or regular action. The verb "work" is used in its base form without any additional helping verbs or conjugations. Therefore, the correct answer is "work."

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3. I'm sorry I can't hear what you ____________________ (say).

Explanation

The correct answer is "are saying,'re saying". This is because the sentence is in the present tense and requires the use of the present continuous tense to indicate an ongoing action. Therefore, "are saying" is used for the first person singular and plural pronouns. Additionally, the contraction "'re" is used for the second person singular and plural pronouns.

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4. Justin ___________________________ (currently / write) a book about his adventures in Tibet.

Explanation

The correct answer is "is currently writing," 's currently writing. This is because the sentence is in the present continuous tense, indicating an action that is happening at the moment of speaking. The correct form of the verb "write" in the present continuous tense is "is currently writing" for the third person singular (he, she, it) and "'s currently writing" for the contraction of "is" and "currently" for the first person singular (I).

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5. In the future, James __________________ (want) to become a banker. 

Explanation

The given sentence is in the present tense and is talking about James's future aspiration. Therefore, the correct verb form to use in this case is "wants."

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6. There __________________ (be) a bank in a nearby town.

Explanation

The given correct answer "is" is appropriate because it agrees with the subject "There" which is singular. In this sentence, "There" is used as a dummy subject to indicate the existence of something. Therefore, the correct form of the verb "to be" to use with a singular subject is "is".

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7. The bus __________________ (leave) at 5:30 in the morning.

Explanation

The correct answer is "leaves" because the sentence is in the present tense and is referring to a habitual action. The verb "leave" needs to agree with the subject "bus" and in this case, it should be in the third person singular form, which is "leaves".

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8. James ________________________ (not / like) to spend so much time waiting for the bus. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "does not like" or "doesn't like" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to a habitual dislike. The word "not" is used to negate the verb "like," indicating that James has a dislike for spending a lot of time waiting for the bus. Both "does not like" and "doesn't like" are correct forms of the negative present tense of the verb "like."

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9. Peter usually __________________ (wear) jeans and t-shirts.

Explanation

Peter usually wears jeans and t-shirts. The verb "wears" is in the present simple tense, indicating a habitual action or a general truth. This means that Peter regularly puts on jeans and t-shirts as his typical choice of clothing.

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10. Write a WH question word to make a question. ___ are you? I am Sandra.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Who". In this question, the WH question word "Who" is used to ask about the identity of the person being referred to. The response "I am Sandra" provides the name of the person.

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11. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ were you born? I was born in  January 1st, 1999.

Explanation

The question is asking for a WH question word that can be used to make a question. The word "When" is the correct answer because it is a question word that is used to inquire about the time or date of an event or action. In this case, the question is asking about the time or date of birth.

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12. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ one is better between red and white? Red is better.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Which." This question word is used to inquire about a specific choice or option among a given set. In the given context, the question is asking for the better option between red and white. "Which" is the appropriate question word to use in this situation.

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13. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ has taken the magazine? My mother has taken it.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Who." This is because "Who" is the WH question word used to inquire about the person who has taken the magazine. In this case, the answer to the question is "My mother."

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14. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ does she like to go today? She likes to go shopping at nearest mall.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Where." This question word is used to inquire about the location or place where she likes to go today. In this case, the question is asking specifically about the place she prefers for shopping, which is the nearest mall.

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15. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ is your brother's name? He is Dzaky.

Explanation

The WH question word "What" is used to inquire about the identity or nature of something. In this case, the question is asking for the name of the person's brother. The answer provided is "Dzaky," indicating that Dzaky is the brother's name.

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16.  Now I __________________________ (study) French at a language school in Paris. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "am studying" or "'m studying". These options are the present continuous tense forms of the verb "study" in the first person singular. They indicate that the action of studying French is currently happening. Both forms are grammatically correct and can be used interchangeably in this context.

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17. Shhhhh! Be quiet! John ____________________ (sleep). 

Explanation

The correct answer is "is sleeping,'s sleeping". In this sentence, we are talking about John's current state of sleeping, so we use the present continuous tense "is sleeping". Additionally, the contraction "'s" is short for "is" and is used to indicate possession or a characteristic, so we can also say "John's sleeping". Both forms are correct in this context.

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18. I hate living in Seattle because it always ____________________ (rain). 

Explanation

The correct answer is "rains" because the sentence is in present tense and the verb "rain" needs to be conjugated to match the subject "it".

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19. James __________________ (have) to take the bus to get to the store. 

Explanation

The given sentence is in the present tense and is referring to a singular subject, James. In the present tense, when the subject is a third-person singular pronoun (he, she, it), we use "has" as the helping verb. Therefore, the correct answer is "has."

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20. I __________________ (return) at 8:15 in the evening every day.

Explanation

The verb "return" is the correct answer because it is the base form of the verb and matches the subject "I" in the sentence. The sentence is in the present simple tense, indicating a habitual action that occurs every day at 8:15 in the evening.

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21. This week he __________________ (stay) with his aunt.

Explanation

The correct answer is "is staying" because the sentence is in the present tense and the subject "he" is performing the action of staying with his aunt this week. The contraction "'s" could also be used, but it is less commonly used and may be considered informal.

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22. My grand-parents __________________ (live) in town. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "live" because it agrees with the subject "my grandparents" and is in the present tense. This indicates that the action of living in town is currently happening.

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23. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ many close friends do you have in your class? 3 girls & 2 boys.

Explanation

The given question is asking for the number of close friends the person has in their class. The question word "How" is used to inquire about the quantity or degree of something, which fits perfectly in this context.

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24. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ does she like that school? Because it is the best one in this city.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Why" because it is a WH-question word that is used to ask for the reason or cause of something. In this case, the question is asking for the reason why she likes that school, and the given explanation states that it is because it is the best one in the city.

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25. What kind of film is it? A ... can be loosely defined as any film in which the central plot (the premise of the story) revolves around the romantic involvement of the story's protagonists. Common themes include the characters making decisions based on a newly-found romantic attraction. The questions, "What am I living for?" or "Why am I with my current partner?" often arise. The appeal of these films is in the dramatic reality of the emotions expressed by the characters.

Explanation

The correct answer for this question is "romance film, love story, romantic film, A romance film, A love story, A romantic film." This is because the question describes a film in which the central plot revolves around the romantic involvement of the protagonists. The themes mentioned, such as characters making decisions based on romantic attraction and the emotional reality expressed by the characters, are commonly found in romance films. Therefore, all the given options accurately describe the kind of film being referred to in the question.

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26. Don't forget to take your umbrella. It ____________________ (rain).

Explanation

The correct answer is "is raining" or "'s raining" because both options indicate that it is currently raining. The use of "is" or "'s" (contraction of "is") with the verb "raining" indicates the present continuous tense, which is used to describe actions happening at the present moment. Therefore, either option would be grammatically correct and convey the same meaning.

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27. This delicious chocolate ____________________ (be) made by a small chocolatier in Zurich, Switzerland.

Explanation

The correct answer is "is" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to something happening currently. The verb "be" needs to be conjugated to match the subject "This delicious chocolate."

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28. Peter ______________ (work) at the bank now.

Explanation

The correct answer is "works" because it matches the subject "Peter" in the sentence. When using the present tense for third-person singular subjects (he, she, it), the verb form should end in "-s". Therefore, "works" is the correct form of the verb "work" to use in this sentence.

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29. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ car is parked in front of the lobby? It's Mr. Sam's.

Explanation

The question word "Whose" is used to inquire about possession or ownership. In this case, the question is asking about the owner of the car parked in front of the lobby, and the answer states that it belongs to Mr. Sam.

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30. What kind of film is it?... is a film genre or type where one or more heroes is thrust into a series of challenges that require physical feats, extended fights and frenetic chases. Story and character development are generally secondary to explosions, fist fights, gun-play or shooting and car chases.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Action film." This genre of film typically involves a protagonist or multiple heroes facing various physical challenges that require them to perform impressive feats, engage in intense fights, and participate in fast-paced chases. The focus of these films is often on the action sequences, such as explosions, fist fights, gun-play, and car chases, rather than on the development of the story or characters.

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31. It's so noisy here. Everybody ____________________ (talk) so loudly. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "is talking,'s talking". This is because the sentence is in the present continuous tense, indicating an action happening at the moment. The verb "talk" is being performed by everybody, which is a plural subject. Therefore, the correct form of the verb is "is talking" for singular subjects and "'s talking" for plural subjects.

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32. It's a nice day. I like......

Explanation

The correct answer is "it" because the sentence is referring to the day, which is a singular and non-gendered object.

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33. A horror film...

Explanation

The correct answer is "involves nightmares, hidden fears, revulsions and terror of the unknown." This answer accurately describes the characteristics of a horror film. Horror films typically focus on themes of fear, terror, and the unknown, often involving elements such as nightmares and hidden fears to create a sense of suspense and horror for the audience.

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34. I have a lot of homework to do. Can you help.....?

Explanation

The correct answer is "me" because the sentence is asking if the person can help with the homework. Since the person is referring to themselves as the one who needs help, the correct pronoun to use is "me".

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35. You're a musician. I'd like to hear.....

Explanation

The correct answer is "you" because as a musician, the person being addressed is expected to perform and showcase their musical abilities. The speaker wants to hear the musician play or sing, indicating their interest in the musician's talent and performance.

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36.
I woke up ____ eight o'clock  ____  the morning.

Explanation

The correct answer is "at - in". In this sentence, "at" is used to indicate a specific time ("eight o'clock") and "in" is used to indicate a specific period of time ("the morning").

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37. Choose the correct noun for the underlined word. Scientists are searching for the cure for cancer.

Explanation

The underlined word "Scientists" is a plural noun, so the correct noun to refer to them is "They."

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38. Write a WH question word to make a question.___ did you talk to in the telephone last night? I talked to Andi.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Whom". In this question, we are asking about the person that the speaker talked to on the telephone last night. "Whom" is the appropriate question word to use when asking about the object of a verb, in this case, the person the speaker talked to.

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39. Which word is not a possessive noun?

Explanation

The word "I" is not a possessive noun because it is a pronoun used to refer to oneself. Possessive nouns show ownership or possession, such as "my," "our," or "his." In this case, "I" is not indicating possession but rather referring to the speaker.

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40. I don't really like soap operas. Do you like......?

Explanation

The correct answer is "them" because the pronoun "them" is used to refer to a plural noun, which in this case would be "soap operas." Since the speaker doesn't like soap operas, they are asking if the person they are speaking to likes them (soap operas).

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41. Choose the pronoun that correctly replaces the underlined word. Mrs. Martin reviewed Mary's speech before the debate.

Explanation

In this sentence, the underlined word "Mary's" is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership. The correct pronoun to replace it would be "her," as it refers to Mrs. Martin's review of Mary's speech.

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42. Where's she? I want to talk to.......

Explanation

The correct answer is "her" because the question is asking about the location of a female person. The pronoun "she" is used in the question, indicating that the person being referred to is female. Therefore, the appropriate pronoun to use in response would be "her".

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43.
Were you ___ home yesterday afternoon?

Explanation

The word "at" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate a specific point or location in time. In this sentence, "at" is used to ask about the specific location of being home yesterday afternoon.

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44.
I heard her singing _____ the living room.

Explanation

The correct answer is "in." This preposition is used to indicate location or position within a space, and in this context, it suggests that the person heard the singing while they were inside the living room.

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45. We're going to the movies. Do you want to come with......?

Explanation

The correct answer is "us" because the speaker is inviting the person to come with them to the movies. "Us" is the appropriate pronoun to use when referring to the speaker and the person being addressed in a group context.

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46. He's a good singer. Do you like.......?

Explanation

The correct answer is "him" because the question is asking if the person likes the good singer. In this context, "him" is the correct pronoun to refer to the singer, indicating that the speaker likes the singer.

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47. Choose the correct pronouns for the underlined words.Tommy and Timmy climbed the rock wall.

Explanation

The correct answer is "They" because it is the pronoun used to refer to multiple people as the subject of a sentence. In this case, "Tommy and Timmy" are the subjects of the sentence, so the correct pronoun to use is "They."

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48. They went  ____ the zoo ____ Sunday.

Explanation

The correct answer is "to - on" because the phrase "went to the zoo" indicates a movement towards the zoo, and "on Sunday" specifies the day when this action took place.

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49. Thrillers usually...

Explanation

Thrillers usually depict society as dark, corrupt, and dangerous, often featuring a villain as one of the main characters. This is because thrillers aim to create suspense and tension by exploring the darker aspects of human nature and society. By portraying a corrupt and dangerous world, thrillers engage the audience's fear and curiosity, keeping them on the edge of their seats. The presence of a villain adds to the intrigue and conflict within the story, further intensifying the suspense and providing a central antagonist for the protagonist to overcome.

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50.
He went ___ his friend's house ____ 24th December. 

Explanation

The correct answer is "to - on". This is because the sentence is indicating movement towards the friend's house (to) and specifying the date of the visit (on 24th December).

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51. Which pronouns can replace the underlines proper nouns?
The soccer balls belongs to Sam and Sara.

Explanation

The correct answer is "them" because it is a pronoun that can replace the proper nouns "Sam and Sara" as the owners of the soccer balls.

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52. I don't like dogs. I'm afraid of......

Explanation

The correct answer is "them". The sentence states "I don't like dogs", indicating a dislike for multiple dogs. The pronoun "them" is used to refer to multiple objects or people, making it the appropriate choice in this context.

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53.
They let him go _____ the concert with his friends.

Explanation

The correct answer is "to". In this sentence, "to" is used to show the purpose or destination of the action. It indicates that the person was allowed to go to the concert with his friends.

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54. The twins were born ____ 2010. 

Explanation

The word "in" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate a specific year or time period. In this case, it is indicating that the twins were born during the year 2010.

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55. Choose the pronoun to replace the underlined word.
Scientists are constantly testing and retesting the scientists findings.

Explanation

The underlined word "scientists" is a plural noun, so the pronoun that should replace it should also be plural. "Their" is the only pronoun among the options that is plural, making it the correct answer.

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56. Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined word.
Tom's mother worked hard to support the family.

Explanation

The correct pronoun to replace "Tom's mother" in the sentence is "She." This is because "She" is the pronoun used to refer to a female subject. In this case, "She" refers to Tom's mother, who is the subject of the sentence and is being described as working hard to support the family.

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57. Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words.
Tom left to live on The Monitor with the crew.

Explanation

The correct pronoun to replace "The Monitor with the crew" is "them" because it refers to multiple people. "Them" is the appropriate pronoun to use when referring to a group of individuals as the object of a sentence.

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58. All of these are cartoons: ET, Up!, Toy Story, Shrek.

Explanation

Although not a human character, ET is not a cartoon! It's a loving extra-terrestrial in an 80's science fiction film by Steven Spielberg.

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59.
I arrived ____ work ____ two ____ the afternoon. .

Explanation

The correct answer is "at - at - in". This is because "at" is used to indicate a specific point or location, so it is appropriate to use "at" to indicate the time of arrival at work. "At" is also used to indicate a specific location, so it is appropriate to use "at" to indicate the location of work. "In" is used to indicate a period of time, so it is appropriate to use "in" to indicate the time of the afternoon.

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60. Choose the correct possessive pronoun for the underlined words.
Children and adults like Avi's historical novels.

Explanation

The correct possessive pronoun for "Avi's historical novels" is "his" because "Avi" is a singular male noun, so the possessive pronoun must also be singular and masculine. "Him" is an objective pronoun, "their" is a plural pronoun, and "its" is used for inanimate objects or animals.

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61. Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words.
Tom admired Captain Ericsson.

Explanation

The correct pronoun to replace "Tom admired Captain Ericsson" is "him" because "him" is the objective form of the pronoun and is used when the pronoun is the object of a verb or preposition. In this sentence, "Captain Ericsson" is the object of the verb "admired," so the pronoun "him" is the appropriate choice.

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62. Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words.
Tom Carroll was a real sailor on the Monitor.

Explanation

The correct pronoun to replace "Tom Carroll" is "it" because "Tom Carroll" refers to a singular noun and "it" is the appropriate pronoun for singular objects or things.

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63. What is true about war films? One or more may be correct!

Explanation

War films can have prisoners of war as main characters, as they often depict the experiences and struggles of soldiers who have been captured by the enemy. Additionally, war films can be about naval, air, or land battles, as they can focus on different aspects of warfare and the different branches of the military involved. It is not true that war films are always about World War I and World War II, as they can explore various conflicts throughout history. While war films can certainly involve love, emotions, and relationships, it is not a defining characteristic of the genre. It is also not accurate to say that war films are always fiction, as they can be based on true events or real-life stories. Lastly, war films are not exclusively meant for teens and children, as they can be targeted at adult audiences as well.

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64. Choose the corect pronoun to replace the underlined words.
"Tom and Garrett are the heroes of the neighborhood!" exclaimed Garrett.

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The correct pronoun to replace the underlined words is "I" because Garrett is referring to himself when he says "Tom and Garrett are the heroes of the neighborhood!"

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Every Monday, Sally __________________ (drive) her kids to football...
Usually, I ____________________ (work) as a secretary.
I'm sorry I can't hear what you ____________________ (say).
Justin ___________________________ (currently / write) a book about...
In the future, James __________________ (want) to become a...
There __________________ (be) a bank in a nearby town.
The bus __________________ (leave) at 5:30 in the morning.
James ________________________ (not / like) to spend so much time...
Peter usually __________________ (wear) jeans and t-shirts.
Write a WH question word to make a question. ___...
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ were...
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ one is...
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ has...
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ does...
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ is your...
 Now I __________________________ (study) French at a language...
Shhhhh! Be quiet! John ____________________ (sleep). 
I hate living in Seattle because it always ____________________...
James __________________ (have) to take the bus to get to the...
I __________________ (return) at 8:15 in the evening every day.
This week he __________________ (stay) with his aunt.
My grand-parents __________________ (live) in town. 
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ many...
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ does...
What kind of film is it? A ... can be loosely defined as any film in...
Don't forget to take your umbrella. It ____________________...
This delicious chocolate ____________________ (be) made by a small...
Peter ______________ (work) at the bank now.
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ car is parked in...
What kind of film is it?... is a film genre or type where one or more...
It's so noisy here. Everybody ____________________ (talk) so...
It's a nice day. I like......
A horror film...
I have a lot of homework to do. Can you help.....?
You're a musician. I'd like to hear.....
I woke up ____ eight o'clock  ____  the morning.
Choose the correct noun for the underlined word. ...
Write a WH question word to make a question.___ did you...
Which word is not a possessive noun?
I don't really like soap operas. Do you like......?
Choose the pronoun that correctly replaces the underlined...
Where's she? I want to talk to.......
Were you ___ home yesterday afternoon?
I heard her singing _____ the living room.
We're going to the movies. Do you want to come with......?
He's a good singer. Do you like.......?
Choose the correct pronouns for the underlined words.Tommy and Timmy...
They went  ____ the zoo ____ Sunday.
Thrillers usually...
He went ___ his friend's house ____ 24th December. 
Which pronouns can replace the underlines proper nouns?The soccer...
I don't like dogs. I'm afraid of......
They let him go _____ the concert with his friends.
The twins were born ____ 2010. 
Choose the pronoun to replace the underlined word.Scientists are...
Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined word.Tom's mother...
Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words.Tom left to...
All of these are cartoons: ET, Up!, Toy Story, Shrek.
I arrived ____ work ____ two ____ the afternoon. .
Choose the correct possessive pronoun for the underlined...
Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words.Tom admired...
Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words.Tom Carroll...
What is true about war films? One or more may be correct!
Choose the corect pronoun to replace the underlined words."Tom and...
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