Use Of Either, Neither And Too

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She didn't like _____ of them.
- Either
- Neither
- Too

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Use of either, neither and too. Selecciona la opción correcta.

2.

Doesn't she like _____ of them?
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Either

Explanation

The word "either" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate a choice between two options. In this context, it suggests that the person being referred to does not like any of the options presented.

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3.

I'm sorry, but I couldn't get through to ______ of them.
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Either

Explanation

The phrase "I'm sorry, but I couldn't get through to either of them" suggests that the speaker was unable to communicate or establish contact with both individuals. The word "either" is used to indicate a choice between two options, in this case, the two people the speaker was trying to reach.

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Angela: I can shop for hours! Lisa: I can _____ .
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Too

Explanation

Lisa's response "I can too" indicates that she also can shop for hours, just like Angela. "Too" is used to show agreement or similarity in this context.

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5.

_____ of them told me about it so I didn't go.
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Neither

Explanation

In this sentence, the word "neither" is the correct answer. "Neither" is used to indicate that none of the mentioned people told the speaker about something, resulting in the speaker deciding not to go. It shows a negative correlation between the lack of information from any of the individuals mentioned and the speaker's action.

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6.

Did you manage to speak to _____ of them by any chance?
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Either

Explanation

The correct answer is "either" because it is used to refer to one of two options. In this sentence, the speaker is asking if the person managed to speak to any of the individuals mentioned, implying that there were only two options available.

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7.

A: I watch a lot of TV.B: I do ___ .
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Too

Explanation

B: I do too.

In this conversation, person A states that they watch a lot of TV. Person B responds with "I do too," indicating that they also watch a lot of TV. The word "too" is used to show agreement or similarity in this context.

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8.

If _____ of them can come, I'll be upset- I hope at least one turns up.
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Neither

Explanation

The correct answer is "neither" because it is used to indicate that none of the options mentioned are applicable. In this context, the speaker is expressing their disappointment if none of the mentioned people can come, and they are hoping that at least one person will turn up.

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9.

Neither this blue shirt ___ the yellow one over there like me.
- Or
- Nor
- And
Correct Answer

A. Nor

Explanation

The correct answer is "nor" because it is used to connect two negative ideas or choices. In this sentence, it is used to show that the blue shirt is not like the yellow one.

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10.

Either fish ___ chicken is ok for dinner.
- Or
- Nor
- And
Correct Answer

A. Or

Explanation

The word "or" is the correct answer in this case because it is used to indicate a choice between two options. In the sentence, it suggests that either fish or chicken is acceptable for dinner, implying that both options are equally suitable.

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A: I'm allergic to some foods.B: Hey, I'm ____ .
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Too

Explanation

In this conversation, person A states that they are allergic to some foods. Person B responds with "Hey, I'm too." This indicates that person B is also allergic to some foods, just like person A. The word "too" is used to show agreement or similarity in this context.

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12.

A: I'm not a football fan.B: I'm ___ ___ .
- Not either
- Either
- Not neither
- Neither
- Not too
Correct Answer

A. Not either

Explanation

B is saying that they are also not a football fan. They are using the phrase "not either" to express their agreement with A's statement.

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13.

A: I love shopping! Too bad I can't afford anything new.B: I know. I can't _____ . I don't have a cent.
- Either
- Neither
- Too
Correct Answer

A. Either

Explanation

B is expressing agreement with A's statement by saying that they also cannot afford anything new. The word "either" is used to indicate similarity or agreement between two people or things. In this context, B is saying that they are in the same situation as A, unable to afford anything new.

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Use Of Either, Neither And Too

She didn't like _____ of them.

Quiz Preview

Doesn't she like _____ of them?

I'm sorry, but I couldn't get through to ______ of them.

Angela: I can shop for hours! Lisa: I can _____ .

_____ of them told me about it so I didn't go.

Did you manage to speak to _____ of them by any chance?

A: I watch a lot of TV.B: I do ___ .

If _____ of them can come, I'll be upset- I hope at least one turns up.

Neither this blue shirt ___ the yellow one over there like me.

Either fish ___ chicken is ok for dinner.

A: I'm allergic to some foods.B: Hey, I'm ____ .

A: I'm not a football fan.B: I'm _ _ .

A: I love shopping! Too bad I can't afford anything new.B: I know. I can't _____ . I don't have a cent.

Use Of Either, Neither And Too

She didn't like _____ of them.

Quiz Preview

Doesn't she like _____ of them?

I'm sorry, but I couldn't get through to ______ of them.

Angela: I can shop for hours! Lisa: I can _____ .

_____ of them told me about it so I didn't go.

Did you manage to speak to _____ of them by any chance?

A: I watch a lot of TV.B: I do ___ .

If _____ of them can come, I'll be upset- I hope at least one turns up.

Neither this blue shirt ___ the yellow one over there like me.

Either fish ___ chicken is ok for dinner.

A: I'm allergic to some foods.B: Hey, I'm ____ .

A: I'm not a football fan.B: I'm ___ ___ .

A: I love shopping! Too bad I can't afford anything new.B: I know. I can't _____ . I don't have a cent.

A: I'm not a football fan.B: I'm _ _ .