Prepositions
1) She got ... the bus.
2) She got ... the car.
3) She went ... train, bus, plane and tram to her work.
1) on
2) in
3) by
My sister is an excellent musician. She plays the piano _______.
A) good B) well C) fine D) nice
B) well
Explanation: In this sentence, we need an adverb to describe how she plays the piano. The correct form is "well," which is the adverb form of "good."
We need to _______ a decision soon, as time is running out.
make
Explanation: The sentence requires a verb that describes the action of coming to a decision. The correct choice is "make," which means to reach or arrive at a decision.
He has spent a lot of money and time .... his project.
on
1) I was exhausted, ... I went to bed early.
2) I was exhausted, ... I went to bed late.
3) I was exhausted ... I went to bed late.
1) so/hence/therefore
2) although/yet
3) because/but
1) He arrived ... 5 o'clock.
2) He arrived ... the afternoon.
3) He arrived ... 2022.
4) He arrived ... Thursday.
5) Did he arrive ... noon or ... night?
1) at
2) in
3) in
4) on
5) at, at
1) I'm sorry, but I _______ come to your party tonight. I have a prior commitment.
A) mustn't B) shouldn't C) won't D) can't
2) If it rains tomorrow, we _______ the picnic indoors.
A) will have B) have C) had D) are having
1) D) can't
Explanation: The sentence is expressing the inability or impossibility of attending the party due to a prior commitment. The appropriate modal verb here is "can't," indicating inability or impossibility.
2) A) will have
Explanation: The sentence presents a conditional situation in the future. The correct choice is the future simple tense, indicated by "will," followed by the base form of the verb "have."
1) She is god ... playing the piano.
2) We should _______ early if we want to catch the train.
1) at
2) leave
Explanation: The sentence requires a verb that means departing or starting a journey.
I need to ..... a decision about which college to attend.
make
I enjoy playing tennis, _______ I'm not very good at it.
Possible answers: but, although, however, yet, etc.
Explanation: The missing word needs to connect the two contrasting ideas. Options like "but," "although," "however," or "yet" can be used to express the contrast between the enjoyment of playing tennis and the lack of skill.
1) The book was written ... John.
2) He fixed it ... a hammer.
3) The painting ... the landscape was stunning.
1) by
2) with
3) of
1) After _______ for hours, they finally found the lost keys under the sofa.
A) searching B) searched C) to search D) search
2) I'm tired. I _______ for a long walk this morning.
A) have been B) went C) am going D) will go
1. A) searching
Explanation: The sentence requires a verb form to show the action of finding the lost keys. The present participle form "searching" is the correct choice to indicate the ongoing action.
2. A) have been
Explanation: The sentence implies a past action that has a connection to the present moment. The present perfect progressive tense is used here, indicated by the auxiliary verb "have been" followed by the present participle form of the verb "go."
1) She is _______ in learning to play the guitar.
2) I need to _______ my homework before tomorrow.
1) interested
Explanation: The sentence requires an adjective that describes her inclination or desire to learn. The appropriate choice is "interested."
2) finish
Explanation: The sentence requires a verb that means completing or concluding the homework. The suitable choice is "finish."
1) I usually ... a shower in the morning to start my day.
2) She always ... me great advice when I'm facing a difficult situation.
1) take
2) gives
1) She was tired _______ she stayed up late to finish her project.
2) The weather was hot and humid, _______ we decided to go for a swim.
1) Possible answers: so, because, therefore, as, etc.
Explanation: The missing word needs to provide a reason or explanation for the action mentioned in the second part of the sentence. Options like "so," "because," "therefore," or "as" can be used to link the cause (being tired) and the effect (staying up late).
2) Possible answers: so, therefore, hence.
1) She went ... New York.
2) She lived ... New York.
3) Was she ... the cinema or the office?
4) She was ... the park.
1) to
2) in
3) at
4) in
1) I used to _______ to work, but now I prefer to ride my bike.
A) walk B) walked C) walking D) walks
2) Yesterday I _______ my keys on the kitchen table.
A) left B) leave C) have left D) leaving
1. A) walk
Explanation: The sentence is expressing a past habit. The correct choice is the base form of the verb "walk" to match the structure "used to."
2. A) left
Explanation: The sentence refers to a completed action in the past. The correct choice is the past tense form of the verb "leave," which is "left."
1) I can't find my keys. I've looked _______ for them but can't find them _______!
2) She _______ the bus every morning to get to work.
3) Let's _______ lunch!
1) everywhere, anywhere
Explanation: The sentence requires an adverb that indicates the extent or range of the search. The suitable choice is "everywhere," which means in all places or locations.
2) takes
3) have
Explanation: The sentence requires a verb that describes the action of using the bus for commuting. "Takes" is the appropriate and correct choice in this context.
1) Last week we ... a long and meaningful conversation about our future plans.
2) I must have ... a cold from being outside in the rain yesterday.
3) Let's ... a break from studying and go grab a coffee."
1) had
2) caught
3) take
1) He loves both playing basketball _______ watching it on TV.
2) He loves listening to music, _______ he often attends concerts and festivals.
3) She was feeling unwell, _______ she decided to see a doctor.
4) She didn't study for the test, _______ she failed to achieve a good grade.
1) and
Explanation: The missing words need to connect the two activities mentioned in the sentence. Options like "and," "as well as," "in addition to," or "along with" can be used to link the love for playing basketball and watching it on TV.
2) Possible answers: so, thus, consequently, therefore, etc.
3) Possible answers: so, therefore, thus, hence, etc.
4) Possible answers: therefore, so, thus, hence.
1) The novel was written ... shakespeare.
2) It was a talk ... politics.
3) He was ... the airport.
4) It all depends ... you!
5) My mum picked me ... and dropped me ... at the station.
1) by
2) about
3) at
4) on
5) up, off
1) She _______ English since she was a child.
A) studies B) studied C) has studied D) is studying
2) She's a great singer. I've _______ her perform many times.
A) seen B) seeing C) saw D) see
3) The manager emphasized the importance of _______ deadlines in the workplace.
A) meet B) to meet C) meeting D) met
1. C) has studied
Explanation: The sentence indicates an action that started in the past and continues to the present. The present perfect tense is used here, which requires the auxiliary verb "has" and the past participle form "studied."
2. A) seen
Explanation: The sentence implies a past action that has a connection to the present. The correct choice is the past participle form of the verb "see," which is "seen" in this case.
3. C) meeting
Explanation: The sentence requires a noun form to fit syntactically and convey the idea of emphasizing the importance of something. The correct choice is the gerund form of the verb "meet," which is "meeting" in this case.
1) He really loves traveling, he is _______ about traveling and exploring new cultures.
2) I can't find my keys. I think I _______ them at work.
3) I can't find my keys. I _______ have left them at work. I'm sure.
1) passionate
Explanation: The sentence requires an adjective that describes his strong interest or enthusiasm for traveling and exploring new cultures. The appropriate choice is "passionate," which means having a strong fondness or dedication towards something.
2) left
3) must/can't
1) Could you please keep an eye ... my bag while I go to the restroom?
2) It's important to ... attention during the lecture to understand the material.
3) Please, ... into account that you must have finished your project by tomorrow.
4) I regret not applying ... that job; I missed a great opportunity
1) on
2) pay
3) take
4) for
1) She studied hard for the exam; _______, she managed to get a high score.
2) She enjoys reading books, _______ she also likes watching movies.
3) He wanted to travel the world. _______, he saved money for years.
4) The concert was canceled _______ of heavy rain and strong winds.
5) The concert was canceled _______ to heavy rain and strong winds.
1) Possible answers: consequently, therefore, hence, so.
2) Possible answers: although, though.
3) Possible answers: therefore, thus, hence, so.
4) because of
5) due/owing