English Grammar Quiz

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Which preposition correctly follows the adjective 'amazed'?

with

by (correct)

The expression 'no laughing matter' implies that something is humorous.

False

What is a common expression that includes the word 'matter'?

no matter

Jamie is accustomed __ sleeping in an air-conditioned bedroom.

to Signup and view all the answers

Match the adjectives with their appropriate prepositions:

kind = of based = on capable = of terrible = at upset = about Signup and view all the answers

Which expression indicates that something will happen eventually?

It's only a matter of time Signup and view all the answers

The Volcanic System solar backpack is designed for urban use only.

False Signup and view all the answers

The follow-me suitcase can become confused in crowded or __ surroundings.

noisy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the correct form of the past perfect continuous tense for 'They'?

They had been verb-ing Signup and view all the answers

The past perfect continuous tense can describe an action that is still ongoing at the moment of speaking.

False Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of a sentence using the past perfect continuous tense.

I had been reading for two hours before dinner. Signup and view all the answers

She was tired because she had been _____ all night.

working Signup and view all the answers

Match the following time expressions with their appropriate use in the past perfect continuous tense:

for = Indicates the duration of time since = Marks the starting point of the action when = Links two time-related actions until = Indicates the action was ongoing up to a point Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of a zero conditional sentence?

If/when + Present Simple, + Present Simple Signup and view all the answers

The first conditional is used to describe hypothetical situations about the past.

False Signup and view all the answers

What verb forms are used in the second conditional?

Past Simple, would + base form of verb Signup and view all the answers

If you had studied harder, you would have _____ the exam.

passed Signup and view all the answers

Match the following conditional types with their descriptions:

Zero Conditional = Expresses general truths First Conditional = Possible future situations Second Conditional = Hypothetical situations Third Conditional = Hypothetical situations about the past Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences is an example of a first conditional?

If you take my advice, you will do better in the exam. Signup and view all the answers

You can use 'unless' in place of 'if' in a conditional sentence.

True Signup and view all the answers

In the second conditional, it is common to use the word '____' for all singular and plural subjects.

were Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a use of the simple future tense?

Emphasizing past actions Signup and view all the answers

The future continuous tense describes an action that will be completed by a certain time in the future.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the negative form of 'He is going to swim'?

He is not going to swim. Signup and view all the answers

In three years, I _____ saved enough money to buy a new car.

will have Signup and view all the answers

Match the future tense with its correct usage:

Simple Future = A prediction made about the future Be Going To = A planned action for the future Future Perfect Simple = An action expected to be completed by a certain time Future Continuous = An action that will be in progress at a specific time Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences is an example of the future continuous tense?

They will be playing soccer at 3 PM. Signup and view all the answers

The sentence 'I will not go' is in the future perfect simple tense.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the affirmative form of 'We will not go'?

We will go. Signup and view all the answers

Next year, Bob _____ to study telecom engineering.

is going Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'will have left' form in the future perfect simple indicate?

An action that will be completed by a given time in the future Signup and view all the answers

What is the usage of the past continuous tense?

To describe incomplete actions at a specific time in the past. Signup and view all the answers

The present perfect simple tense is used to describe actions completed in the past.

False Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of the past perfect simple tense.

By the time we arrived, the concert had already started. Signup and view all the answers

I _____ (not) been waiting for long.

have not (haven't) Signup and view all the answers

Match the verb tense with its primary use:

Past Continuous = An incomplete action interrupted by another action Present Perfect Simple = An action that began in the past and continues until the present Present Perfect Continuous = An action whose results are still apparent Past Perfect Simple = A completed action that took place before another action in the past Signup and view all the answers

Which time expression is NOT typically used with the present perfect simple tense?

Last year Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a use of the Present Simple tense?

A regular habit or routine Signup and view all the answers

Stative verbs are generally used in the Present Continuous tense.

False Signup and view all the answers

The present perfect continuous tense can describe actions that have just completed.

True Signup and view all the answers

What action does the past perfect simple tense express?

A completed action that took place before another action in the past. Signup and view all the answers

What is the affirmative form of 'you' in the Present Continuous tense?

You are playing Signup and view all the answers

She _____ (not) gone to the store yet.

has not (hasn't) Signup and view all the answers

He/She/It _____ (not play) video games right now.

is not playing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of the present perfect continuous tense?

They have been studying all night. Signup and view all the answers

What is the past tense form of 'sleep' for 'I/You'?

I/You slept Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tenses with their uses:

Present Simple = A completed action in the past Present Continuous = An action happening now Past Simple = A series of completed actions in the past Past Continuous = A temporary action Signup and view all the answers

We _____ (meet) at the park tomorrow.

are meeting Signup and view all the answers

The present perfect continuous tense is used to describe an action completed in the past.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a compound adjective?

kind-hearted Signup and view all the answers

Phrasal verbs typically consist of a verb and one or two particles.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'look up to'?

to admire someone Signup and view all the answers

A _____ student usually studies less than full time.

part-time Signup and view all the answers

Match the phrasal verbs with their meanings:

cheer up = to make someone feel better get by = to manage or survive go over = to review or examine get around to = to finally do something after delay think over = to consider carefully look up to = to admire Signup and view all the answers

What happens when you 'count on' someone?

You trust them Signup and view all the answers

A time-saving solution is one that takes longer than usual.

False Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of a compound adjective.

eye-catching Signup and view all the answers

The character of the coding programme is designed to make it _____ to students.

relevant Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Code.org's teaching programme?

To enhance students' interest in coding Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes how future time clauses are formed?

Present Simple in the subordinate clause and Future Simple in the main clause Signup and view all the answers

A wish clause using 'if only' must always refer to a present situation.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of a third conditional sentence?

if + Past Perfect Simple, would have + past participle Signup and view all the answers

She wished she _____ (not get) into trouble last summer.

hadn't gotten Signup and view all the answers

Match the following examples to their corresponding wish clause type:

I wish I were taller. = Wish clause for present situation If only I had studied more. = Wish clause for past action I wish I could travel more. = Wish clause for future desire Signup and view all the answers

Which form is used to express a desire for something in the future?

wish + could/would + base form Signup and view all the answers

Phrasal verbs are always intransitive and cannot take a direct object.

False Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of a phrasal verb.

put off Signup and view all the answers

I wish he _____ (be) here with us now.

were Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the direct object in separable phrasal verbs?

It can go in between or after the phrasal verb. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Adjectives and Prepositions

Some adjectives are followed by specific prepositions.
Learning them together is helpful.
Our brain doesn't need to be responsible for the preposition.

Expressions with "matter"

The word "matter" is used in many expressions in English.
No matter where you go, the sounds change spatially.
It's only a matter of time before that number doubles.

Complete the sentences

Choose the correct preposition that follows each adjective.

Complete the sentences

Complete the sentences with expressions
a matter of opinion
a matter of life and death
where you travel
what you like
that knowing other languages makes it easier to travel
whether camping or staying in a hotel is better
travelling in a dangerous country can be...

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Questions and Answers

Which preposition correctly follows the adjective 'amazed'?

The expression 'no laughing matter' implies that something is humorous.

What is a common expression that includes the word 'matter'?

Jamie is accustomed __ sleeping in an air-conditioned bedroom.

Match the adjectives with their appropriate prepositions:

Which expression indicates that something will happen eventually?

The Volcanic System solar backpack is designed for urban use only.

The follow-me suitcase can become confused in crowded or __ surroundings.

Which of the following is the correct form of the past perfect continuous tense for 'They'?

The past perfect continuous tense can describe an action that is still ongoing at the moment of speaking.

Provide an example of a sentence using the past perfect continuous tense.

She was tired because she had been _____ all night.

Match the following time expressions with their appropriate use in the past perfect continuous tense:

What is the structure of a zero conditional sentence?

The first conditional is used to describe hypothetical situations about the past.

What verb forms are used in the second conditional?

If you had studied harder, you would have _____ the exam.

Match the following conditional types with their descriptions:

Which of the following sentences is an example of a first conditional?

You can use 'unless' in place of 'if' in a conditional sentence.

In the second conditional, it is common to use the word '____' for all singular and plural subjects.

Which of the following is NOT a use of the simple future tense?

The future continuous tense describes an action that will be completed by a certain time in the future.

What is the negative form of 'He is going to swim'?

In three years, I _____ saved enough money to buy a new car.

Match the future tense with its correct usage:

Which of the following sentences is an example of the future continuous tense?

The sentence 'I will not go' is in the future perfect simple tense.

What is the affirmative form of 'We will not go'?

Next year, Bob _____ to study telecom engineering.

What does the 'will have left' form in the future perfect simple indicate?

What is the usage of the past continuous tense?

The present perfect simple tense is used to describe actions completed in the past.

Provide an example of the past perfect simple tense.

I _____ (not) been waiting for long.

Match the verb tense with its primary use:

Which time expression is NOT typically used with the present perfect simple tense?

Which of the following is a use of the Present Simple tense?

Stative verbs are generally used in the Present Continuous tense.

The present perfect continuous tense can describe actions that have just completed.

What action does the past perfect simple tense express?

What is the affirmative form of 'you' in the Present Continuous tense?

She _____ (not) gone to the store yet.

He/She/It _____ (not play) video games right now.

Which of the following is an example of the present perfect continuous tense?

What is the past tense form of 'sleep' for 'I/You'?

Match the following tenses with their uses:

We _____ (meet) at the park tomorrow.

The present perfect continuous tense is used to describe an action completed in the past.

Which of the following is a compound adjective?

Phrasal verbs typically consist of a verb and one or two particles.

What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'look up to'?

A _____ student usually studies less than full time.

Match the phrasal verbs with their meanings:

What happens when you 'count on' someone?

A time-saving solution is one that takes longer than usual.

Provide an example of a compound adjective.

The character of the coding programme is designed to make it _____ to students.

What is the purpose of Code.org's teaching programme?

Which of the following correctly describes how future time clauses are formed?

A wish clause using 'if only' must always refer to a present situation.

What is the structure of a third conditional sentence?

She wished she _____ (not get) into trouble last summer.

Match the following examples to their corresponding wish clause type:

Which form is used to express a desire for something in the future?

Phrasal verbs are always intransitive and cannot take a direct object.

Provide an example of a phrasal verb.

I wish he _____ (be) here with us now.

What happens to the direct object in separable phrasal verbs?

Study Notes

Adjectives and Prepositions

Expressions with "matter"

Complete the sentences

Complete the sentences

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