English Grammar Quiz on Articles and Opposites

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Questions and Answers

Which article is used with words starting with a consonant?

none

a (correct)

the

What preposition is correctly used with 'lead'?

to (correct)

for

with

from

Which of the following is the correct form of the verb for 'the subject lack of'?

leading

lead

led

leads (correct)

Which word should be used after a comparative degree?

than Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct verb form in present perfect tense?

has Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase indicates a specific period of time?

for ten years Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper comparative form of 'grand'?

grander Signup and view all the answers

Which pronoun always takes a singular verb?

it Signup and view all the answers

What has been declared about 2020 graduates?

They will face the worst job depression since the Great Depression. Signup and view all the answers

What does the statement imply about the impact of COVID-19 on jobs?

It has led to significant job losses. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a grammatical error in the phrase 'has prepare well'?

Incorrect verb tense. Signup and view all the answers

What should replace 'can't be able to' in the phrase 'can't be able to complete it'?

won't be able to Signup and view all the answers

How should 'a bunch coriander leaves' be correctly phrased?

a bunch of coriander leaves Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'That man would have attacked you, if you went that way', which part is incorrect?

The term 'if you went' Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the statement 'I have made it a point to call my teachers'?

The call is a personal commitment. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'this time because our team has prepare well' suggest?

The team's preparation will guarantee success. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct phrase to replace 'so outstanding performance'?

such an outstanding performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct past tense form of 'swing' in the context of the sentence?

swung Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase is more effective than going to the hospital for treatment?

than hospitalization Signup and view all the answers

According to the subject-verb agreement rule, what should be used instead of 'players'?

player Signup and view all the answers

What should 'is made' be replaced with to correct the sentence?

has made Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper verb form to replace 'wants' with in the sentence that includes 'do/does/did'?

want Signup and view all the answers

In what case must 'managed' appear to be grammatically correct?

past form Signup and view all the answers

What preposition always takes the present/base form of the verb?

to Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct phrase to use after 'afraid'?

afraid of Signup and view all the answers

Which article should be used before the word 'educational'?

an Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct structure for the sentence regarding the chairman's arrival?

Did the chairman arrive? Signup and view all the answers

Which verb form should follow 'did' in a past simple question?

take Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct phrase to use in the context of a business trip?

usually takes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is incorrect regarding the use of 'been' and 'being'?

'has being' is correct Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct completion for this sentence: 'I am ______ a strange noise now.'?

hearing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the error in 'I am hearing a strange noise now'?

There is no error Signup and view all the answers

What tense is used for the action that takes place first in a past event?

Past perfect tense Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the sentence states the main clause in a conditional sentence using past perfect?

It will save you time Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form of the verb when expressing a past perfect action?

Verb in the 3rd form Signup and view all the answers

Which term means 'in addition' and connects two nouns or pronouns?

As well as Signup and view all the answers

How should the sentence 'If you rent a house near your office, it will save you time also money' be corrected?

It will save you time and money as well Signup and view all the answers

What does 'notwithstanding' mean in a sentence?

Despite or in spite of something Signup and view all the answers

Which verb tense should be used in the clause following a condition expressed in past perfect?

Perfect conditional Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the conditional sentence structure 'If + Past Perfect, Subject would + have + Verb (3rd form)'?

Expresses a hypothetical situation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Grammar and Structure Notes

Use "a" with nouns starting with consonants (e.g., a dirty shirt) and "an" with nouns starting with vowels (e.g., an educated person).
"Lead" requires the preposition "to," thus "leads to" is correct when referencing causes.
The present perfect tense requires "has" + past participle for correct structure (e.g., "has led to").
The comparative form 'than' follows comparative degrees for comparison (e.g., "are grander than").
Singular pronouns (e.g., "it") must be paired with singular verbs (e.g., "has," not "have").
In sentences comparing past actions, use past perfect for the first action and simple past for subsequent actions (e.g., "had seen" before "applied the brakes").

Error Identification

Replace "can't be able to" with "cannot" or simply "can" to avoid redundancy.
The conjunction "as well as" does not require "also" to follow it.
Use comparative adjectives correctly in structure (e.g., "such an outstanding performance").
"Each" takes a singular noun and verb (use "player" instead of "players").
"Been" follows "has/have" in perfect forms, not "being."

Vocabulary and Expressions

"Notwithstanding" means "despite" and can often be replaced with "because" for clarity.
"Hospitalization" refers to admission to a hospital and should be compared as "more effective than hospitalization."
The phrase "afraid of" is the correct usage rather than "afraid from."

Sentence Structure Rules

Conditional sentences demand past perfect in "if" clauses and perfect conditional in the main clause.
The correct use of articles requires attention to the initial sound of the following word.
Follow verb forms appropriately; past tense verbs must remain consistent throughout sentences.
Avoid common grammatical mistakes like incorrect verb forms with auxiliary verbs (e.g., "did arrive" instead of "did arrived").

Conclusion

Ensure clarity by structuring sentences correctly and using appropriate verb forms and adjectives.
Pay attention to article usage, conjunctions, and verb agreement rules for accurate and effective writing.

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Test your knowledge of English grammar with this quiz focusing on articles and words of opposite meanings. Learn the appropriate use of 'a' and 'an' while exploring words that convey contrasting senses. Perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their grammar skills.