1. Choose the correct verb to fill in the blank: The committee _______ divided in their opinion regarding the new policy.
A) was
B) were
C) is
D) has Correct Answer: B) were Explanation: When a collective noun like 'committee' implies a division or individuals acting separately, a plural verb is used.
2. Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition: She has been suffering _______ a severe headache since morning.
A) with
B) by
C) from
D) for Correct Answer: C) from Explanation: The correct preposition to use after 'suffer' or 'suffering' in this context is 'from'.
3. What is the meaning of the idiom 'To read between the lines'?
A) To read very fast
B) To understand the hidden meaning
C) To read carefully line by line
D) To skip pages while reading Correct Answer: B) To understand the hidden meaning Explanation: This idiom means to look for or discover a meaning that is implied rather than explicitly stated.
4. Choose the suitable phrasal verb: The manager asked the team to _______ the new project proposal before the meeting.
A) look after
B) look into
C) look over
D) look down upon Correct Answer: C) look over Explanation: 'Look over' means to quickly examine or review something. 'Look into' means to investigate.
5. Choose the correct passive form of the sentence: 'They are building a new hospital in the city.'
A) A new hospital is built in the city.
B) A new hospital was being built in the city.
C) A new hospital is being built in the city.
D) A new hospital has been built in the city. Correct Answer: C) A new hospital is being built in the city. Explanation: For Present Continuous tense (are building), the passive structure is 'is/are + being + past participle (built)'.
6. Choose the exact opposite of the word 'Diligent':
A) Hardworking
B) Lazy
C) Intelligent
D) Careful Correct Answer: B) Lazy Explanation: 'Diligent' means showing care and conscientiousness in one's work. Its opposite is 'Lazy' or 'Sluggish'.
7. Change into Indirect Speech: The teacher said to the students, 'The earth revolves around the sun.'
A) The teacher told the students that the earth revolved around the sun.
B) The teacher told the students that the earth revolves around the sun.
C) The teacher asked the students if the earth revolves around the sun.
D) The teacher told the students the earth had revolved around the sun. Correct Answer: B) The teacher told the students that the earth revolves around the sun. Explanation: Universal truths and habitual actions do not change their tense when converted to reported speech.
8. Add an appropriate question tag: Let us go for a walk, _______?
A) do we
B) don't we
C) shall we
D) aren't we Correct Answer: C) shall we Explanation: Sentences beginning with 'Let us' or 'Let's' always take the question tag 'shall we'.
9. Complete the sentence: If I had known about the meeting, I _______.
A) will attend
B) would attend
C) will have attended
D) would have attended Correct Answer: D) would have attended Explanation: In a Third Conditional sentence (If + past perfect), the main clause uses 'would have + past participle'.
10. What is the one-word substitute for 'A person who does not believe in the existence of God'?
A) Theist
B) Atheist
C) Agnostic
D) Ascetic Correct Answer: B) Atheist Explanation: An atheist denies the existence of God. A theist believes in God. An agnostic is unsure.
Practice Set 2
11. Fill in the blank with the suitable article: He was appointed as _______ honorary member of the club.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) No article required Correct Answer: B) an Explanation: The word 'honorary' begins with a vowel sound (the 'h' is silent), so the article 'an' is used.
12. Choose the correct preposition: The man was accused _______ stealing the confidential documents.
A) for
B) of
C) with
D) by Correct Answer: B) of Explanation: The verb 'accused' is always followed by the preposition 'of'.
13. What is the one-word substitute for 'A remedy for all diseases'?
A) Panacea
B) Antibiotic
C) Elixir
D) Antidote Correct Answer: A) Panacea Explanation: A panacea is a supposed cure for all diseases or problems. An antidote counteracts a specific poison.
14. Choose the correctly spelt word:
A) Accomodation
B) Acommodation
C) Accommodation
D) Acomodation Correct Answer: C) Accommodation Explanation: The correct spelling requires double 'c' and double 'm': A-C-C-O-M-M-O-D-A-T-I-O-N.
15. Select the meaning of the underlined idiom: The new startup is making money 'hand over fist'.
A) Very slowly
B) Through illegal means
C) Very rapidly
D) By doing hard labor Correct Answer: C) Very rapidly Explanation: To make money 'hand over fist' means to make a lot of money extremely fast.
16. Add the appropriate question tag: Few people knew the answer to that question, _______?
A) didn't they
B) did they
C) do they
D) don't they Correct Answer: B) did they Explanation: The word 'few' has a negative meaning. Therefore, the sentence is considered negative and takes a positive question tag.
17. Choose the correct phrasal verb to fill in the blank: It took hours for the firefighters to _______ the fire.
A) put off
B) put out
C) put up with
D) put away Correct Answer: B) put out Explanation: 'Put out' means to extinguish a fire. 'Put off' means to postpone.
18. Complete the conditional sentence: If it rains tomorrow, we _______ the outdoor event.
A) would cancel
B) will cancel
C) would have cancelled
D) cancelled Correct Answer: B) will cancel Explanation: This is a First Conditional sentence (If + Present Simple, Future Simple). 'If it rains' is followed by 'will cancel'.
19. Choose the exact synonym of the word 'Obsolete':
A) Contemporary
B) Outdated
C) Absolute
D) Rigid Correct Answer: B) Outdated Explanation: 'Obsolete' refers to something that is no longer produced or used, meaning it is outdated.
20. Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error: One of the boys (A) / have (B) / broken the window (C) / No error (D).
A) One of the boys
B) have
C) broken the window
D) No error Correct Answer: B) have Explanation: The phrase 'One of the...' is followed by a plural noun ('boys') but takes a singular verb. 'have' should be 'has'.
21. Choose the correct passive voice: 'The mechanic is repairing the car.'
A) The car is repaired by the mechanic.
B) The car was being repaired by the mechanic.
C) The car is being repaired by the mechanic.
D) The car has been repaired by the mechanic. Correct Answer: C) The car is being repaired by the mechanic. Explanation: For the Present Continuous tense ('is repairing'), the passive structure requires 'is/are + being + past participle'.
22. Fill in the blank with the correct verb: Neither the principal nor the teachers _______ present at the meeting.
A) was
B) were
C) is
D) has Correct Answer: B) were Explanation: When two subjects are joined by 'neither...nor', the verb agrees with the subject closest to it. Here, 'teachers' is plural, so 'were' is used.
23. Choose the exact synonym for the word 'Mitigate':
A) Aggravate
B) Alleviate
C) Encourage
D) Confuse Correct Answer: B) Alleviate Explanation: 'Mitigate' means to make something less severe, harmful, or painful. 'Alleviate' has the exact same meaning.
24. Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition: The young boy is addicted _______ playing video games.
A) with
B) for
C) in
D) to Correct Answer: D) to Explanation: The word 'addicted' is always followed by the preposition 'to'.
25. What is the meaning of the idiom 'A blessing in disguise'?
A) A very expensive gift
B) Something good that is not recognized at first
C) A person who pretends to be good
D) A sudden misfortune Correct Answer: B) Something good that is not recognized at first Explanation: This idiom refers to a misfortune or bad event that eventually results in a positive outcome.
26. What is the one-word substitute for 'A person who knows and is able to use several languages'?
A) Linguist
B) Polyglot
C) Translator
D) Bilingual Correct Answer: B) Polyglot Explanation: A polyglot is someone who knows or uses multiple languages. A linguist studies the science of language.
27. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to 'Barren':
A) Fertile
B) Empty
C) Dry
D) Harsh Correct Answer: A) Fertile Explanation: 'Barren' refers to land that is too poor to produce much or any vegetation. The opposite is 'Fertile'.
28. Complete the sentence with the correct tense: By this time next year, I _______ my master's degree.
A) will complete
B) would complete
C) will have completed
D) have completed Correct Answer: C) will have completed Explanation: Actions that will be finished before a specific time in the future use the Future Perfect tense ('will have + past participle').
29. Choose the correctly spelt word:
A) Committee
B) Comittee
C) Commitee
D) Comitee Correct Answer: A) Committee Explanation: The word 'Committee' is unique because it contains double 'm', double 't', and double 'e'.
30. Add the appropriate question tag: I am the designated team leader, _______?
A) am I
B) aren't I
C) don't I
D) amn't I Correct Answer: B) aren't I Explanation: The correct question tag for 'I am' in a positive sentence is always 'aren't I?' as 'amn't I' is grammatically incorrect in modern English.
Practice Set 4 (Questions 31-40)
31. Fill in the blank with the correct collective noun: A _______ of lions was seen near the river.
A) herd
B) pride
C) flock
D) swarm Correct Answer: B) pride Explanation: The collective noun used for a group of lions is a 'pride'.
32. What is the meaning of the idiom 'To bite the dust'?
A) To clean thoroughly
B) To fail, be defeated, or die
C) To eat hurriedly
D) To get extremely angry Correct Answer: B) To fail, be defeated, or die Explanation: If someone or something 'bites the dust', it means they have failed, been destroyed, or defeated.
33. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: The ancestral property was divided _______ the four brothers.
A) between
B) among
C) in
D) with Correct Answer: B) among Explanation: 'Between' is used when referring to two people or things. 'Among' is used when referring to more than two.
34. Choose the correct passive form of the sentence: 'Who wrote this famous novel?'
A) By whom was this famous novel written?
B) Who was this famous novel written?
C) By who was this famous novel written?
D) This famous novel was written by whom? Correct Answer: A) By whom was this famous novel written? Explanation: Sentences beginning with 'Who' in the active voice change to 'By whom' in the passive voice, followed by the helping verb.
35. Add the appropriate question tag: Everyone has arrived on time, _______?
A) hasn't they
B) haven't they
C) has they
D) haven't everyone Correct Answer: B) haven't they Explanation: Indefinite pronouns like 'everyone' or 'everybody' take a plural pronoun ('they') and a plural verb in the question tag.
36. Choose the exact synonym of the word 'Candid':
A) Secretive
B) Deceptive
C) Frank
D) Shy Correct Answer: C) Frank Explanation: 'Candid' means truthful and straightforward; frank. The opposite would be secretive or deceptive.
37. What is the one-word substitute for 'A person who compiles a dictionary'?
A) Cartographer
B) Lexicographer
C) Calligrapher
D) Cryptographer Correct Answer: B) Lexicographer Explanation: A lexicographer compiles dictionaries. A cartographer makes maps, and a calligrapher does beautiful handwriting.
38. Complete the sentence: If I _______ a bird, I would fly across the ocean.
A) am
B) was
C) were
D) have been Correct Answer: C) were Explanation: To express an impossible or highly unlikely hypothetical situation (Subjunctive mood), 'were' is used with all subjects.
39. Choose the correct phrasal verb: The final cricket match was _______ due to heavy rain.
A) called off
B) called out
C) called for
D) called up Correct Answer: A) called off Explanation: 'Call off' means to cancel an event. 'Call for' means to demand, and 'call up' means to telephone.
40. Choose the correctly spelt word:
A) Privelege
B) Privilege
C) Priviledge
D) Previlige Correct Answer: B) Privilege Explanation: The correct spelling is P-R-I-V-I-L-E-G-E. There is no 'd' in it, which is a common mistake.
Practice Set 5 (Questions 41-50)
41. Fill in the blank with the suitable article: He is _______ European citizen.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) No article Correct Answer: A) a Explanation: Although 'European' starts with a vowel letter (E), it begins with a consonant sound ('Yoo'). Therefore, the article 'a' is used.
42. Choose the correct form of the verb: The captain, as well as his team members, _______ playing well.
A) are
B) is
C) were
D) have been Correct Answer: B) is Explanation: When two subjects are joined by 'as well as', the verb must agree with the first subject. Since 'The captain' is singular, the verb 'is' is correct.
43. What is the meaning of the idiom 'Once in a blue moon'?
A) Frequently
B) At night
C) Very rarely
D) Always Correct Answer: C) Very rarely Explanation: This idiom is used to describe an event that happens very infrequently or almost never.
44. Choose the appropriate question tag: Barking dogs seldom bite, _______?
A) don't they
B) do they
C) didn't they
D) haven't they Correct Answer: B) do they Explanation: The word 'seldom' carries a negative meaning. Since the statement is considered negative, it takes a positive question tag.
45. Change the following into Indirect Speech: She said, 'I am reading a book.'
A) She said that she is reading a book.
B) She said that she has been reading a book.
C) She said that she was reading a book.
D) She told she was reading a book. Correct Answer: C) She said that she was reading a book. Explanation: In indirect speech, the present continuous tense ('am reading') changes to the past continuous tense ('was reading').
46. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: My sister is terrified _______ spiders.
A) from
B) by
C) with
D) of Correct Answer: D) of Explanation: The adjective 'terrified' (as well as 'afraid' or 'frightened') is conventionally followed by the preposition 'of'.
47. Choose the exact synonym of the word 'Transient':
A) Permanent
B) Temporary
C) Transparent
D) Important Correct Answer: B) Temporary Explanation: 'Transient' refers to something that lasts only for a short time; impermanent or temporary.
48. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to 'Arrogant':
A) Humble
B) Proud
C) Ignorant
D) Selfish Correct Answer: A) Humble Explanation: 'Arrogant' means having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance. The exact opposite is 'Humble' or 'Modest'.
49. What is the one-word substitute for 'A person who walks in sleep'?
A) Somniloquist
B) Philanthropist
C) Somnambulist
D) Introvert Correct Answer: C) Somnambulist Explanation: A 'somnambulist' is a sleepwalker. A 'somniloquist' is someone who talks in their sleep.
50. Choose the correct phrasal verb: The car _______ on the way to the airport.
A) broke out
B) broke up
C) broke down
D) broke into Correct Answer: C) broke down Explanation: 'Broke down' refers to a machine or vehicle ceasing to function. 'Broke out' means to start suddenly (like a fire or war).
Practice Set 6 (Questions 51-60)
51. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: We congratulate you _______ your remarkable success.
A) for
B) on
C) at
D) with Correct Answer: B) on Explanation: The verb 'congratulate' is followed by the preposition 'on' when referring to an achievement or event.
52. Choose the correctly spelt word:
A) Vaccum
B) Vacuum
C) Vacum
D) Vaccuum Correct Answer: B) Vacuum Explanation: The correct spelling of 'Vacuum' contains one 'c' and two 'u's: V-A-C-U-U-M.
53. Add the appropriate question tag: Nobody called me while I was out, _______?
A) did they
B) didn't they
C) do they
D) did nobody Correct Answer: A) did they Explanation: The pronoun 'nobody' is negative, so the tag must be positive. Also, 'nobody' takes the plural pronoun 'they' in question tags.
54. What is the meaning of the idiom 'To spill the beans'?
A) To drop something intentionally
B) To cook a bad meal
C) To reveal a secret
D) To waste money Correct Answer: C) To reveal a secret Explanation: To 'spill the beans' means to disclose a secret or reveal information prematurely.
55. Choose the exact synonym for the word 'Enormous':
A) Tiny
B) Average
C) Colossal
D) Weak Correct Answer: C) Colossal Explanation: 'Enormous' means very large in size, quantity, or extent. 'Colossal' is the closest synonym.
56. Fill in the blank with the suitable article: He is _______ honest man who always speaks the truth.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) No article required Correct Answer: B) an Explanation: The word 'honest' begins with a silent 'h', producing a vowel sound ('o'). Therefore, 'an' is the correct article.
57. What is the one-word substitute for 'A hater of mankind'?
A) Philanthropist
B) Misanthrope
C) Optimist
D) Pessimist Correct Answer: B) Misanthrope Explanation: A 'misanthrope' is someone who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.
58. Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to 'Abundant':
A) Plentiful
B) Scarce
C) Rich
D) Heavy Correct Answer: B) Scarce Explanation: 'Abundant' means existing or available in large quantities. The opposite is 'Scarce'.
59. Choose the correct phrasal verb to fill in the blank: After fighting for hours, the enemy finally _______.
A) gave out
B) gave away
C) gave up
D) gave in Correct Answer: D) gave in Explanation: 'Gave in' means to surrender or cease fighting. 'Gave up' means to stop making an effort.
60. Complete the conditional sentence: If I had a map, I _______ lost.
A) will not get
B) would not get
C) would not have got
D) did not get Correct Answer: B) would not get Explanation: This is a Second Conditional sentence (If + Past Simple). The main clause must use 'would + base verb'.
Practice Set 8 (Questions 61-70)
61. Choose the correct verb to fill in the blank: The Prime Minister, along with his cabinet colleagues, _______ expected to arrive soon.
A) are
B) is
C) have
D) were Correct Answer: B) is Explanation: When two subjects are connected by phrases like 'along with', the verb agrees with the first subject.
62. Choose the correct passive form of the imperative sentence: 'Shut the door.'
A) The door was shut.
B) Let the door be shut.
C) The door should shut.
D) Let the door shut. Correct Answer: B) Let the door be shut. Explanation: Imperative passive structure: Let + object + be + past participle.
63. Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition: You must avail yourself _______ every opportunity that comes your way.
A) for
B) with
C) of
D) to Correct Answer: C) of Explanation: The verb 'avail' is always followed by a reflexive pronoun and the preposition 'of'.
64. What is the meaning of the idiom 'A red-letter day'?
A) A dangerous day
B) A day of mourning
C) An important and memorable day
D) A working day Correct Answer: C) An important and memorable day Explanation: Refers to a significantly important, happy, or memorable day.
65. Choose the exact synonym of the word 'Lethargic':
A) Energetic
B) Sluggish
C) Enthusiastic
D) Cheerful Correct Answer: B) Sluggish Explanation: 'Lethargic' means lacking energy. 'Sluggish' is the closest synonym.
66. Fill in the blank with the suitable article: _______ higher you go, _______ cooler it gets.
A) A, a
B) The, the
C) No article, no article
D) The, a Correct Answer: B) The, the Explanation: Parallel comparisons take 'the' before both comparative adjectives.
67. Change into Indirect Speech: He said to me, 'Where are you going?'
A) He asked me where I was going.
B) He asked me where was I going.
C) He asked me that where I was going.
D) He asked me where I am going. Correct Answer: A) He asked me where I was going. Explanation: Structure changes from a question to a statement (Subject + Verb).
68. What is the one-word substitute for 'A person who makes maps'?
A) Choreographer
B) Calligrapher
C) Cartographer
D) Curator Correct Answer: C) Cartographer Explanation: A cartographer is someone who draws or produces maps.
69. Choose the correct phrasal verb: I cannot _______ your bad behavior anymore.
A) put out
B) put off
C) put up with
D) put down Correct Answer: C) put up with Explanation: 'Put up with' means to tolerate or endure something unpleasant.
70. Add the appropriate question tag: Let's start the meeting, _______?
A) do we
B) should we
C) will we
D) shall we Correct Answer: D) shall we Explanation: Sentences starting with 'Let's' always take 'shall we?'.
Practice Set 9 (Questions 71-80)
71. Fill in the blank with the correct conjunction: No sooner had he left the house _______ it started raining.
A) when
B) then
C) than
D) since Correct Answer: C) than Explanation: The phrase 'No sooner' is always followed by the conjunction 'than'.
72. Choose the correct preposition: A wise manager is never blind _______ the faults of his team members.
A) of
B) to
C) with
D) about Correct Answer: B) to Explanation: 'Blind to' means ignoring or refusing to acknowledge something.
73. What is the one-word substitute for 'A person who is indifferent to pleasure and pain'?
A) Stoic
B) Ascetic
C) Cynic
D) Recluse Correct Answer: A) Stoic Explanation: A 'stoic' can endure hardship without showing feelings or complaining.
74. Choose the correctly spelt word:
A) Occurence
B) Occurrence
C) Occurrance
D) Ocurrence Correct Answer: B) Occurrence Explanation: Correct spelling: O-C-C-U-R-R-E-N-C-E.
75. Fill in the blank with the suitable article: My brother plays _______ piano beautifully.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) No article Correct Answer: C) the Explanation: We use 'the' before musical instruments when referring to playing them.
76. Choose the exact synonym of the word 'Amicable':
A) Hostile
B) Friendly
C) Stubborn
D) Jealous Correct Answer: B) Friendly Explanation: 'Amicable' describes an interaction characterized by friendliness.
77. What is the meaning of the idiom 'To add fuel to the fire'?
A) To start a new project
B) To calm someone down
C) To make a bad situation worse
D) To work energetically Correct Answer: C) To make a bad situation worse Explanation: To do or say something that escalates an already tense situation.
78. Add the appropriate question tag: None of the students completed the assignment, _______?
A) did they
B) didn't they
C) do they
D) don't they Correct Answer: A) did they Explanation: 'None' makes the sentence negative; tag must be positive.
79. Choose the correct passive form of the sentence: 'Somebody has stolen my pen.'
A) My pen was stolen by somebody.
B) My pen has been stolen.
C) My pen is stolen.
D) My pen had been stolen. Correct Answer: B) My pen has been stolen. Explanation: Present Perfect passive: has/have + been + past participle.
80. Choose the correct phrasal verb: She _______ the job offer because the salary was too low.
A) turned up
B) turned out
C) turned off
D) turned down Correct Answer: D) turned down Explanation: 'Turned down' means to reject an offer.
Practice Set 10 (Questions 81-90)
81. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: My father deals _______ stationary items.
A) with
B) in
C) at
D) for Correct Answer: B) in Explanation: 'Deal in' means to buy and sell. 'Deal with' means to handle a person/situation.
82. Choose the correct form of the verb: I am looking forward to _______ you soon.
A) see
B) seeing
C) saw
D) have seen Correct Answer: B) seeing Explanation: 'Look forward to' is followed by a gerund (verb + -ing).
83. What is the meaning of the idiom 'A white elephant'?
A) A rare and valuable item
B) An animal native to cold regions
C) A costly and useless possession
D) A sign of good luck Correct Answer: C) A costly and useless possession Explanation: Refers to something expensive to maintain but useless.
84. Add the appropriate question tag: Don't make a noise, _______?
A) do you
B) don't you
C) will you
D) won't you Correct Answer: C) will you Explanation: Negative imperative tag is 'will you?'.
85. What is the one-word substitute for 'A general pardon of political offenders'?
A) Amnesty
B) Alimony
C) Anarchy
D) Autocracy Correct Answer: A) Amnesty Explanation: Official pardon for political offenses.
86. Choose the correctly spelt word:
A) Bureacracy
B) Bureaucracy
C) Burocracy
D) Bureaucrasy Correct Answer: B) Bureaucracy Explanation: Correct spelling: B-U-R-E-A-U-C-R-A-C-Y.
87. Choose the exact synonym of the word 'Lucid':
A) Confusing
B) Clear
C) Dark
D) Heavy Correct Answer: B) Clear Explanation: 'Lucid' means expressed clearly.
88. Choose the correct passive form of the sentence: 'They were painting the walls.'
A) The walls were painted.
B) The walls was being painted.
C) The walls are being painted.
D) The walls were being painted. Correct Answer: D) The walls were being painted. Explanation: Past Continuous passive: was/were + being + past participle.
89. Fill in the blank with the suitable article: She studies at _______ university in London.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) No article Correct Answer: A) a Explanation: Starts with a consonant sound ('yoo').
90. Change the following into Indirect Speech: The manager said, 'I have finished the report.'
A) The manager said that he has finished the report.
B) The manager said that he had finished the report.
C) The manager said he finished the report.
D) The manager said that I had finished the report. Correct Answer: B) The manager said that he had finished the report. Explanation: Present perfect changes to past perfect in indirect speech.
Practice Set 11 (Questions 91-100)
91. Choose the correct verb to fill in the blank: Bread and butter _______ my favorite breakfast.
A) are
B) is
C) were
D) have been Correct Answer: B) is Explanation: When two nouns express a single idea (like a dish), the verb is singular.
92. Fill in the blank with the suitable article: My uncle is _______ MLA.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) No article Correct Answer: B) an Explanation: 'MLA' is pronounced starting with a vowel sound ('em').
93. Choose the correct preposition: She is very good _______ mathematics.
A) in
B) about
C) at
D) with Correct Answer: C) at Explanation: 'Good at' refers to skill in a subject.
94. What is the meaning of the idiom 'To smell a rat'?
A) To detect a bad smell
B) To suspect a trick or deceit
C) To misunderstand something
D) To be in a bad mood Correct Answer: B) To suspect a trick or deceit Explanation: Suspecting something is wrong or deceitful.
95. Choose the correct phrasal verb: The outdoor meeting was _______ due to the heavy rain.
A) put out
B) put up
C) put off
D) put down Correct Answer: C) put off Explanation: 'Put off' means to delay or postpone.
96. Add the appropriate question tag: She rarely visits her hometown, _______?
A) does she
B) doesn't she
C) did she
D) didn't she Correct Answer: A) does she Explanation: 'Rarely' is negative; tag must be positive.
97. What is the one-word substitute for 'A person who is incapable of making mistakes'?
A) Inevitable
B) Infallible
C) Indispensable
D) Invincible Correct Answer: B) Infallible Explanation: Describes someone who never fails or makes mistakes.
98. Choose the correctly spelt word:
A) Leuitenant
B) Lieutenant
C) Lieutenent
D) Lieutinent Correct Answer: B) Lieutenant Explanation: Correct spelling: L-I-E-U-T-E-N-A-N-T.
99. Complete the conditional sentence: If you had worked hard, you _______ the exam.
A) would pass
B) will pass
C) would have passed
D) passed Correct Answer: C) would have passed Explanation: Third Conditional: If + Past Perfect ... would have + past participle.
100. Choose the correct passive form of the sentence: 'Who broke this glass?'
A) By who was this glass broken?
B) By whom was this glass broken?
C) Who was this glass broken?
D) This glass was broken by who? Correct Answer: B) By whom was this glass broken? Explanation: 'Who' changes to 'By whom' in passive voice.
