English Language

English Grammar and Usage

2,780 Questions

English grammar and usage questions test fundamental sentence structure, correct verb forms, and accurate syntax. Topics include identifying grammatical errors, filling blanks with appropriate verbs, and changing narration. These are essential for the English language sections of competitive exams.

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English Grammar and Usage Questions

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "obligate" will fit the sentences given below?

It is _____ that we finish our work by 4 pm. You are under no __ to accept our proposal. The higher authorities were not only entitled, but also _____, to take appropriate measures.

  1. obligation, oblige, obligated

  2. obligatory, oblige, obligation

  3. obligation, obligatory, obligated

  4. obligatory, obligation, obligated
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The first blank requires an adjective describing necessity - 'obligatory' fits 'it is obligatory that'. The second needs a noun for the phrase 'under no obligation'. The third describes authorities as 'obligated' (adjective/participle) to take measures.

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "perish” will fit the sentences given below?

My pet sparrow _____ last weekend when my sister forgot to feed it. __ the thought that Tom will win the match. _____ products must be consumed the same day.

  1. perished, Perish, Perishable

  2. perish, Perished, Perishable

  3. perished, Perish, Perish

  4. perished, Perish, Perished
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The first sentence needs past tense 'perished' for a completed action. The second is an imperative command to reject a thought, requiring 'Perish'. The third describes products that spoil quickly, needing the adjective 'Perishable'.

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "range" will fit the sentences given below?

This was outside the ____ of his experience. The conversation _ widely. She has had a number of different jobs ____ from chef to swimming instructor.

  1. range, ranged, ranging

  2. ranging, ranged, range

  3. range, range, ranging

  4. ranging, range, ranging
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The first sentence needs 'range' (noun) for scope/extent of experience. The second uses 'ranged' (past tense verb) with the conversation. The third uses 'ranging' (present participle) to describe the jobs extending from chef to instructor.

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "narrate" will fit the sentences given below?

My friend _____ the whole incident to my brother. You need to wear headsets to listen to the __. The _____ of this book seems to be close to nature.

  1. narrates, narrative, narration

  2. narrated, narration, narrator

  3. narrated, narrative, narration

  4. narrates, narrator, narrative
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The correct forms are: narrated (past tense verb for 'My friend narrated the whole incident'), narration (noun for 'listen to the narration'), and narrator (noun for 'The narrator of this book'). This sequence follows standard grammar rules requiring past tense for completed actions, the noun form for what is being listened to, and the agent noun for the person who performs the action.

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "stiff" will fit the sentences given below?

Tom became _____ with fear when he saw a truck coming towards him. We __ when we are asleep but it takes less than an hour to get going in the morning. John _____ in shock when he saw his boss walk in unexpectedly.

  1. stiff, stiffen, stiffens

  2. stiffened, stiff, stiffen

  3. stiffened, stiff, stiffen

  4. stiff, stiffen, stiffened
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Correct Answer: stiff, stiffen, stiffened

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "raid" will fit the sentences given below?

A bombing _____ on enemy base was carried out by the army. Villages along the border are regularly __. I caught him _____ the fridge again.

  1. raiding, raided, raid

  2. raid, raided, raiding

  3. raided, raiding, raiding

  4. raid, raiding, raid
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The first blank needs the noun form "raid" to complete the noun phrase "bombing raid". The second sentence uses passive voice requiring the past participle "raided". The third sentence uses "caught" as a causative verb needing the present participle "raiding" to show continuous action. Option B correctly provides these three forms in order.

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "memory" will fit the sentences given below?

Good _____ are our prized possessions. The days I spent with you are the most __ days of my life. Students must try to understand and then _____ the lessons for better retention.

  1. memory, memorable, memories

  2. memories, memorable, memorize

  3. memory, memories, memorize

  4. memorize, memorized, memories
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The first blank needs the plural noun "memories" as it refers to multiple recollections. The second requires "memorable" as an adjective to describe the days. The third needs the verb "memorize" to show the action students must perform. Option B correctly matches: memories (plural noun), memorable (adjective), memorize (verb).

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "modify" will fit the sentences given below?

This session was very interesting but we will do minor _____ for future. The new rule required the police to __ their ways of interrogation. After the rejection of my presentation, I _____ it for better results.

  1. modifications, modify, modified

  2. modifies, modified, modify

  3. modifies, modified, modified

  4. modifications, modify, modify
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The first blank requires the plural noun "modifications" (minor modifications). The second needs the base verb "modify" after "required to" (required to modify). The third uses the past tense verb "modified" after the subject "I" (I modified). Option A correctly provides: modifications (noun), modify (verb), modified (past tense verb).

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "occasion” will fit the sentences given below?

Children always look for _____ to celebrate. My uncle drinks beer on _____ days. I ________ go to the market with my friends.

  1. occasion, occasions, occasionally

  2. occasions, occasional, occasionally

  3. occasions, occasions, occasional

  4. occasion, occasional, occasions
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

'occasions' fits the first blank (plural noun for opportunities). 'occasional' works in the second blank (adjective modifying 'days'). 'occasionally' fits the third (adverb meaning sometimes).

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "perfect" will fit the sentences given below?

She wrote _____ the same way as I wanted her to write. He is __ at almost everything he does. It is important to pursue excellence rather than _____.

  1. perfection, perfectly, perfect

  2. perfectly, perfect, perfection

  3. perfection, perfect, perfectly

  4. perfect, perfectly, perfection
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

'perfectly' is the adverb needed to modify 'wrote' in the first sentence. 'perfect' as an adjective fits 'he is ___ at' in the second. 'perfection' is the noun in the final abstract statement about pursuing excellence.

Multiple choice

Which forms of the word: "perform" will fit the sentences given below?

It is very important that one should _____ one's own duty. The parents must keep a check on the _____ of their ward every day. Silvia is the best ________ of today's dance contest.

  1. performance, performer, performs

  2. perform, performer, performance

  3. performs, performer, performer

  4. perform, performance, performer
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The infinitive 'perform' fits 'should __' (modal + base verb). 'performance' is the noun for 'keep a check on the __'. 'performer' identifies a person who performed best.