Vocabulary Quiz on Adjectives

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Questions and Answers

Which structure correctly expresses a past habit that no longer occurs?

Tim didn’t use to get up early.

Tim used to gets up early. (correct)

Tim did use to get up early.

Tim is using to get up early.

How is the verb form used when it follows a preposition?

The verb must be in the past form.

The verb must be in the base form.

The verb must be in the future form.

The verb must be in the `Ving` form. (correct)

Which of the following is a synonym for 'narrow'?

Wide

Large

Limited (correct)

Broad

What is the appropriate form when stating a purpose for an action?

I bake a cake to celebrate. Signup and view all the answers

Which option accurately describes a state of being accustomed to something?

Tim is used to getting up early. Signup and view all the answers

What is an antonym of 'abundant'?

Limited Signup and view all the answers

Which word means the opposite of 'awful'?

Terrific Signup and view all the answers

How would you express a dislike for an activity using the correct structure?

She can’t stand washing dishes. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'intelligent'?

Smart Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sentence when suggesting an activity?

Let’s go fishing. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following indicates the time taken for an activity?

It takes 30 minutes to bake a cake. Signup and view all the answers

What is a synonym for 'fast'?

Quick Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following structures is NOT used after modal verbs?

They should to study more. Signup and view all the answers

Which word is opposite in meaning to 'rich'?

Poor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is synonymous with 'simple'?

Straightforward Signup and view all the answers

What is an antonym of 'private'?

Public Signup and view all the answers

Which form correctly represents the basic passive voice construction for the sentence 'She gives me a gift'?

A gift is given to me. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of objective passive voice, how is the sentence 'They believe that Peter is a super star' correctly transformed?

Peter is believed to be a super star. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct structure for transforming the sentence 'I have them clean the house every day' into the passive voice?

I have my house cleaned every day. Signup and view all the answers

Which conjunction type is used to connect two independent clauses in a compound sentence?

Coordinating Conjunctions Signup and view all the answers

How should the sentence 'They thought that Peter worked hard' be expressed in the passive voice?

Peter was thought to have worked hard. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly demonstrates the transformation of 'People say that Peter works hard' into passive voice?

Peter is said to work hard. Signup and view all the answers

When converting an active sentence to passive, what is the first step to take?

Change the verb to its past participle form. Signup and view all the answers

What type of conjunction would you use to connect similar ideas within a sentence?

Correlative Conjunctions Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase indicates a habitual action in the present tense?

twice a year Signup and view all the answers

How would you correctly form a negative sentence in the present continuous tense?

S + am not + Ving Signup and view all the answers

Which form is appropriate for asking a question in the present perfect tense?

Have/ Has + S + VP2? Signup and view all the answers

What time expressions signify actions that are already completed in the past simple tense?

in 2000 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a correct structure for the positive form of the past simple tense?

S + Ved Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase would you use to express an action that has not been completed in the present?

since 2000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct negative form of 'He plays sports' in present simple?

He doesn't play sports. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is an example of an indefinite pronoun that takes a singular verb?

Everyone wants pizza. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct verb agreement with the subject 'Ten dollars'?

Ten dollars is enough for this. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is correct regarding the subject 'The Smiths'?

The Smiths are not here yet. Signup and view all the answers

How does the verb agree with subjects connected by 'or'?

The verb agrees with the second subject. Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate formation for a wish regarding a situation that is not real in the present?

Wish + S + QKĐ (were) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following examples correctly illustrates the use of a number versus the number?

A number of students are late. Signup and view all the answers

What tense is used to describe an action that occurred at a specific time in the past?

Past simple Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct WH question form for asking about quantity of countable nouns?

How many Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'wish' for a past event?

I wish I had been at the party yesterday. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tenses Overview

Present Simple indicates daily habits or schedules using structures like "every day," "once a week," "twice a year."
Present Continuous describes actions currently happening with "now," "these days," "at the moment."
Present Perfect focuses on recent actions without specific time, often using "already," "yet," "just," and time phrases like "for 10 years."

Active and Passive Voice

Active voice: S + V + object; transforms to passive voice as -
- Basic passive: S + be + past participle + object.
- Objective passive: It + be + V1pp + that + S - V2.
- Causative passive: S + (get/have) + object + past participle.

Conjunctions

Conjunctions connect words or clauses and are classified into:
- Coordinating: Join independent clauses (FANBOYS).
- Correlative: Pairs such as "either...or" or "neither...nor."
- Subordinating: Introduce dependent clauses.
- Adverbial: Provide context like time or reason.

Usage of "Used To"

"Used to" indicates past habits: S + used to V.
"Be used to" refers to being accustomed to something: S + (be) used to Ving.
"Get used to" indicates becoming accustomed: S + (get) used to Ving.

WH Questions

Various interrogatives serve to gather specific information:
- What, When, Why, Where, Which, Who, Whose, How.
Structure varies, but most follow the formula: WH + auxiliary + subject + main verb.

Expressing Wishes

The structure for unreal situations: Wish + subject + past subjunctive (were).
Applies to present desires: "I wish I were," and ongoing desires: "I wish I were lying."

Adjective Synonyms and Antonyms

Important synonyms include crucial, vital, while antonyms include unimportant.
Different has similar meanings: diverse, while its antonyms include the same.
Various adjectives possess related synonyms and antonyms, aiding in nuanced expression.

General Grammar Rules

Singular subjects with indefinite pronouns require singular verbs.
When two subjects are connected by "with," "along with," etc., the verb agrees with the first subject.
Collective nouns may take singular or plural verbs based on context.

Verb Forms in Passive Sentences

Passive forms change based on the subject and intended focus, illustrated through example sentences:
- "People say" becomes "Peter is said to."
- "They believe" switches to "Peter is believed to."

These notes encapsulate critical grammar rules, structure usage, and shifts between active and passive forms for effective language learning.

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Test your knowledge of adjectives with this vocabulary quiz! You will encounter words like 'narrow', 'abundant', and 'awful' along with their synonyms and antonyms. Enhance your understanding of descriptive language and expand your vocabulary.