Grammar Quiz 62

Grammar Quiz 62 — Mixed Grammar Practice

Test your understanding of various English grammar concepts with this 15-question assessment.

About This Grammar Quiz

Welcome to Grammar Quiz 62, a comprehensive assessment designed to test your understanding of various English grammar concepts including verb tenses, prepositions, modal verbs, and sentence structure.

This quiz covers essential grammar topics that are crucial for effective communication in English, from correct verb tense usage to proper preposition selection and subject-verb agreement.

QUIZ FEATURES

• 15 multiple-choice questions
• Instant scoring with detailed feedback
• Comprehensive explanations
• Mixed grammar practice
• Verb tenses and prepositions
• Practical English usage

📝 What You'll Practice:

• • Prepositions of time and place
• • Verb tense consistency
• • Modal verbs and expressions
• • Subject-verb agreement
• • Correct verb forms (past tense, participles)
• • Sentence structure and word order

Detailed Explanations

See you again in three weeks when I'm back from my trip.

Correct answer: in

We use "in" for periods of time (three weeks). "Of" and "on" are not used with time periods in this context.

It stopped raining just as we were eating dinner on the balcony.

Correct answer: were eating

Past continuous tense "were eating" describes an ongoing action interrupted by another action. "Was" doesn't agree with plural "we," and "is" is present tense.

I don't have to get up so early on Sundays.

Correct answer: to get

"Have to" expresses obligation and is followed by the infinitive with "to." "Get" and "gets" are incorrect forms after "have."

His last attempt was completely unsuccessful. He failed again.

Correct answer: unsuccessful

The context requires a negative adjective (unsuccessful) to contrast with "failed again." "Successful" means the opposite, and "unsuces" is misspelled.

The most suitable candidate might have been chosen already.

Correct answer: might have been

After modal verbs like "might," we use "have + past participle" for past possibilities. "Has" and "had" are incorrect verb forms after "might."

Yesterday, I drank a big glass of water after my run.

Correct answer: drank

Past simple "drank" is correct for completed actions in the past. "Drunk" is the past participle, and "drink" is present tense.

Her grandfather grows fresh vegetables in his garden every summer.

Correct answer: grows

Present simple "grows" is correct for habitual actions. "Grew" is past tense, and "grown" is past participle needing an auxiliary verb.

I didn't need to spend more than two hours on the project.

Correct answer: to spend

"Need" is followed by the infinitive with "to" in negative constructions. "Spend" and "spends" are incorrect forms after "need."

This design looks so unusual to you.

Correct answer: looks

Present simple "looks" agrees with singular subject "design." "Look" doesn't agree, and "looking" needs an auxiliary verb.

There were many reasons to be hopeful.

Correct answer: were

"Were" agrees with plural "reasons." "Was" is singular, and "will" is future tense, incorrect for this statement.

The lake suddenly became calm after the storm passed.

Correct answer: became

Past simple "became" is correct for completed actions in the past. "Become" is base form, and "becomes" is present tense.

We were surprised that she managed to finish the task without help.

Correct answer: without

"Without" means not having assistance. "At," "with," and "by" don't convey the intended meaning of independence.

The meeting will start as soon as everyone is seated.

Correct answer: is

"Everyone" is singular and takes a singular verb. "Are" and "were" are plural forms that don't agree with the singular subject.

He apologized because he hadn't seen my message earlier.

Correct answer: hadn't seen

Past perfect "hadn't seen" is correct for an action completed before another past action. "Saw" and "see" are incorrect verb forms.

They plan to expand the company once the market becomes stable again.

Correct answer: becomes

Present simple "becomes" is used in time clauses for future reference. "Became" is past tense, and "become" is base form.

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Grammar Quiz 61

Grammar Quiz 61 — Mixed Grammar Practice

Test your understanding of various English grammar concepts with this 15-question assessment.

About This Grammar Quiz

Welcome to Grammar Quiz 61, a comprehensive assessment designed to test your understanding of various English grammar concepts including question tags, conditionals, reported speech, and sentence structure.

This quiz covers essential grammar topics that are crucial for effective communication in English, from proper tag question formation to correct conditional structures and verb tense usage.

QUIZ FEATURES

• 15 multiple-choice questions
• Instant scoring with detailed feedback
• Comprehensive explanations
• Mixed grammar practice
• Question tags and conditionals
• Practical English usage

📝 What You'll Practice:

• • Question tag formation and usage
• • Conditional sentences and verb tenses
• • Reported speech and tense backshifting
• • Verb patterns and modal expressions
• • Conjunctions and sentence connectors
• • Comparative structures and prepositions

Detailed Explanations

The shop closes at 8 PM, so we have plenty of time, don't we?

Correct answer: don't we

Question tags use the same auxiliary verb as the main statement. Since "have" is present simple, we use "don't" in the tag. "Did we" and "does we" are incorrect.

We will cancel the picnic if it is raining tomorrow morning.

Correct answer: is raining

First conditional uses present continuous for future arrangements. "Was raining" and "were raining" are past tense forms, incorrect for future condition.

I could tell from her accent that she was from Ireland.

Correct answer: was

Past tense "could" requires past tense in the reported clause. "Come" is present tense, "is" is present tense, and "were" doesn't agree with singular "she."

I had better charge it now.

Correct answer: charge

After "had better," we use the base form of the verb. "Charging" and "to charge" are incorrect forms.

The little boy hid behind the sofa so that nobody could see him.

Correct answer: could

Past tense "hid" requires past modal "could" in the purpose clause. "Can" and "will" are present/future forms that don't match the past context.

She asked me if I had ever been to the new library downtown.

Correct answer: had ever been

In reported speech, we backshift the tense. Past perfect "had been" is correct for the past of "have been." "Was been" and "has been" are incorrect.

It is important that every applicant complete the form in blue ink.

Correct answer: complete

After expressions like "it is important," we use the subjunctive mood (base form of the verb). "Has complete" and "completed" are not subjunctive forms.

We finally reached the summit, completely exhausted yet happy.

Correct answer: yet

"Yet" shows contrast between two ideas. "So" shows result, "just" means only or recently, and "none" is not a conjunction.

The teacher reminded us to finish our homework before Friday.

Correct answer: to finish

The verb "remind" is followed by the infinitive with "to." "Finish" and "finishing" are incorrect forms after "reminded us."

It has been months since we last saw each other.

Correct answer: saw

After "since" with present perfect, we use past simple in the time clause. "See" is present tense, and "seen" needs an auxiliary verb.

They managed to finish the project despite the challenges.

Correct answer: despite

"Despite" is followed by a noun phrase. "Although" needs a clause, "because" shows cause, and "none" is not a preposition.

She will stay here until her parents arrive.

Correct answer: arrive

After "until" for future time, we use present simple in the time clause. "Arrives" doesn't agree with plural "parents," and "arrived" is past tense.

He promised that he would call me as soon as he got home.

Correct answer: got

In reported speech with future-in-the-past "would call," we use past simple in the time clause. "Gets" and "get" are present tense forms.

They were surprised because the results were better than expected.

Correct answer: better

"Better" is the comparative form of "good." "Best" is superlative, "good" is not comparative, and "none" doesn't complete the comparison.

The museum offers free entry to anyone under 12 years old.

Correct answer: under

"Under" is used for age limits. "Less" is for quantity not age, "beneath" means physically below, and "none" is not a preposition.

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Grammar Quiz 60

Grammar Quiz 60 — Mixed Grammar Practice

Test your understanding of various English grammar concepts with this 15-question assessment.

About This Grammar Quiz

Welcome to Grammar Quiz 60, a comprehensive assessment designed to test your understanding of various English grammar concepts including modal verbs, verb patterns, prepositions, and sentence structure.

This quiz covers essential grammar topics that are crucial for effective communication in English, from modal verb usage to proper preposition selection and verb tense consistency.

QUIZ FEATURES

• 15 multiple-choice questions
• Instant scoring with detailed feedback
• Comprehensive explanations
• Mixed grammar practice
• Modal verbs and prepositions
• Practical English usage

📝 What You'll Practice:

• • Modal verb patterns and usage
• • Verb tenses and reported speech
• • Correct preposition usage
• • Quantifiers and determiners
• • Phrasal verbs and expressions
• • Sentence structure and conjunctions

Detailed Explanations

She shouldn't be ashamed of it.

Correct answer: be

After modal verbs like "shouldn't," we use the base form of the verb. "To be" and "to ashamed" are incorrect forms.

He couldn't do it another way.

Correct answer: do

After modal verbs like "couldn't," we use the base form of the verb. "To do" and "doing" are incorrect forms.

They refuse to listen to you.

Correct answer: to listen

The verb "refuse" is followed by the infinitive with "to." "Listen" without "to" and "listens" are incorrect forms.

She said she had been there.

Correct answer: had been

In reported speech, we often backshift the tense. Past perfect "had been" is correct for the past of "have been."

Yes, she did it.

Correct answer: did

Past simple "did" is the correct form for completed actions. "Done" needs an auxiliary verb, and "do" is present tense.

I see you are good at English.

Correct answer: at

We use "good at" for skills and abilities. "For," "on," and "none" are not used with "good" in this context.

These employees are paid less.

Correct answer: are paid

Present simple passive voice is correct here. "Is" doesn't agree with plural "employees," and "was" is past tense.

I will get tired very quickly if nothing changes.

Correct answer: changes

First conditional uses present simple in the if-clause. "Will change" and "was change" are incorrect verb forms.

There is too much injustice in the world.

Correct answer: much

"Much" is used with uncountable nouns like "injustice." "Many" is for countable nouns, and "a lot" needs "of."

We must solve this as soon as possible.

Correct answer: solve

After modal verbs like "must," we use the base form of the verb. "To solve" and "solves" are incorrect forms.

He apologised for being late.

Correct answer: for

The verb "apologise" is followed by the preposition "for." "Of" and "on" are not used with "apologised" in this context.

She turned into a confident speaker over the years.

Correct answer: into

"Turn into" means to transform or become. "In" and "to" don't create the correct phrasal verb for this context.

We plan to start early tomorrow.

Correct answer: to start

The verb "plan" is followed by the infinitive with "to." "Start" and "starting" are incorrect forms after "plan."

The meeting was postponed because the manager was ill.

Correct answer: because

"Because" is followed by a clause. "Because of" is followed by a noun phrase, and "due" needs "to" ("due to").

They were discussing the issue while walking home.

Correct answer: while

"While" is used with continuous actions happening at the same time. "As" and "during" are not used with gerunds in this way.

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Grammar Quiz 59

Grammar Quiz 59 — Mixed Grammar Practice

Test your understanding of various English grammar concepts with this 15-question assessment.

About This Grammar Quiz

Welcome to Grammar Quiz 59, a comprehensive assessment designed to test your understanding of various English grammar concepts including verb patterns, prepositions, conditionals, and sentence structure.

This quiz covers essential grammar topics that are crucial for effective communication in English, from basic sentence construction to more complex grammatical patterns.

QUIZ FEATURES

• 15 multiple-choice questions
• Instant scoring with detailed feedback
• Comprehensive explanations
• Mixed grammar practice
• Verb patterns and prepositions
• Practical English usage

📝 What You'll Practice:

• • Conditional sentences and wishes
• • Verb tenses and forms
• • Correct preposition usage
• • Verb patterns (gerunds and infinitives)
• • Phrasal verbs and expressions
• • Sentence structure and word order

Detailed Explanations

If only they were more professional!

Correct answer: were

After "if only" expressing wishes about the present, we use past simple tense. "Are" and "was" are incorrect verb forms for this conditional structure.

His sister was going to work from home.

Correct answer: was going

Past continuous tense ("was/were + going") is used for planned future actions in the past. "Were" doesn't agree with singular "sister," and "will going" is grammatically incorrect.

I'm interested in a foreign language course.

Correct answer: in

The adjective "interested" is followed by the preposition "in." "Of" and "on" are not used with "interested" in this context.

He did everything correctly.

Correct answer: did

Past simple tense "did" is the correct form for completed actions in the past. "Do" is present tense, and "done" needs an auxiliary verb.

You can find the key details at the end of the document.

Correct answer: at

We use "at" for specific points or locations. "For" indicates purpose, "in" suggests being inside, and "none" is not a preposition.

I would prefer to mention it later.

Correct answer: would prefer

"Would prefer" expresses a polite preference. "Have prefer" and "had prefer" are grammatically incorrect constructions.

She hopes to win.

Correct answer: to win

The verb "hope" is followed by the infinitive with "to." "Win" without "to" and "wins" are incorrect forms after "hopes."

My mother likes wearing fashionable clothes.

Correct answer: wearing

After "likes," we can use either a gerund (wearing) or infinitive with "to," but the gerund is more common for general preferences. "Wear" and "wears" are incorrect forms.

She picked up a coin.

Correct answer: up

The phrasal verb "pick up" means to lift or collect. "Of," "off," and "on" don't create the correct phrasal verb for this context.

They have such a brilliant idea.

Correct answer: such

"Such" is used before adjective + noun combinations. "So" is used before adjectives alone, and "as" is used for comparisons.

She couldn't help laughing when she heard the joke.

Correct answer: laughing

After "couldn't help," we use a gerund (verb + -ing). "Laugh" and "to laugh" are incorrect forms in this expression.

We must focus on improving our communication.

Correct answer: on

The verb "focus" is followed by the preposition "on." "In" and "at" are not used with "focus" in this context.

He managed to complete the task on time.

Correct answer: to complete

The verb "manage" is followed by the infinitive with "to." "Complete" and "completing" are incorrect forms after "managed."

This book belongs to Liam.

Correct answer: to

The verb "belong" is followed by the preposition "to" when indicating ownership. "Of" and "for" are not used with "belongs" in this context.

We are looking forward to seeing you tomorrow.

Correct answer: to seeing

After "look forward to," we use a gerund (verb + -ing). "See" and "to see" are incorrect forms in this expression.

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Grammar Quiz 58

Grammar Quiz 58 — Advanced Grammar Practice

Master complex English grammar concepts with this challenging 15-question assessment.

About This Advanced Grammar Quiz

Welcome to Grammar Quiz 58, an advanced-level assessment designed to test your mastery of complex English grammar structures. This quiz focuses on sophisticated grammatical concepts that often challenge even experienced English learners.

This comprehensive quiz covers advanced topics including future perfect tense, subject-verb agreement with complex subjects, subjunctive mood, conditional sentences, inversion structures, and proper verb patterns.

QUIZ FEATURES

• 15 advanced-level questions
• Instant scoring with detailed feedback
• Comprehensive explanations
• Advanced grammar concepts
• Complex sentence structures
• Professional-level English practice

📝 What You'll Practice:

• • Advanced verb tenses and time references
• • Complex subject-verb agreement patterns
• • Subjunctive mood and conditional sentences
• • Inversion structures and advanced sentence patterns
• • Proper verb patterns and modal usage
• • Complex conjunctions and clause structures

Detailed Explanations

By next October, they will have lived in this city for 15 years.

Correct answer: will have lived

Future perfect tense ("will have + past participle") is used for actions that will be completed before a specific future time. "Have lived," "lived," and "none" are incorrect verb forms for this future time reference.

Neither the coach nor the players were ready for the match.

Correct answer: were

With "neither...nor," the verb agrees with the closer subject. Since "players" is plural and closer to the verb, we use the plural form "were." "Was," "are," and "none" don't agree with the plural subject.

The teacher insisted that he leave immediately.

Correct answer: leave

After verbs like "insist," we use the subjunctive mood (base form of the verb). "Leaves," "left," and "none" are not subjunctive forms.

Once you finish your homework, you can join us at the park.

Correct answer: Once

"Once" indicates a condition that, when fulfilled, allows the main action. "Although" shows contrast, "unless" means except if, and "none" is not a conjunction.

He spoke about the antique as though it had no value at the time.

Correct answer: had

After "as though" for unreal past situations, we use past simple tense. "Has," "have," and "none" are incorrect verb forms.

The results of the survey, along with the charts, will be presented tomorrow.

Correct answer: will be presented

When using "along with," the verb agrees with the main subject "results," which is plural. "Will presented," "were presented," and "none" are incorrect verb forms.

Scarcely had we arrived when it started to rain.

Correct answer: Scarcely had we arrived

This inversion structure requires "scarcely had + subject + past participle." "Did we arrived," "were we arrived," and "none" use incorrect verb forms or word order.

By the time you arrive at 8pm, we will have finished dinner.

Correct answer: will have finished

Future perfect tense describes actions that will be completed before another future action. "Finish," "have finished," and "none" are incorrect for this future time reference.

Visitors must wear a safety helmet at all times in the construction area.

Correct answer: must wear

After modal verbs like "must," we use the base form of the verb. "Are wear," "were wear," and "none" are grammatically incorrect.

Under no circumstances should the alarm be turned off.

Correct answer: should the alarm be

When "under no circumstances" begins a sentence, we use inversion (modal verb before subject). "Is the alarm be," "was the alarm be," and "none" lack proper inversion.

If she were more organised, she would meet her deadlines.

Correct answer: were

Second conditional uses "were" for all subjects in the if-clause for hypothetical situations. "Was," "is," and "none" are incorrect verb forms.

Hardly had he started speaking when the fire alarm went off.

Correct answer: Hardly had he started

This inversion structure requires "hardly had + subject + past participle." "Did he started," "has he started," and "none" use incorrect verb forms.

Each of the machines is checked before being used.

Correct answer: is

"Each" is singular and takes a singular verb. "Are," "were," and "none" are plural or incorrect forms that don't agree with the singular subject.

This device allows you to adjust the volume easily.

Correct answer: to adjust

The verb "allow" is followed by the infinitive with "to." "Adjusting," "adjust," and "none" are incorrect forms after "allows you."

No sooner did the lights go out than the children screamed.

Correct answer: did the lights go

This inversion structure requires "no sooner + auxiliary verb + subject + base verb." "Had the lights go," "do the lights go," and "none" use incorrect verb forms.

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