English Language

English Grammar and Usage

2,711 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: "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.

Multiple choice

Directions: Identify the correct idiom or phrase to complete the sentence.

We have been ruined; we have been living _________for weeks.

  1. on the breadline

  2. on bread and butter

  3. on bread

  4. on bread and water

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

'Living on the breadline' means living in extreme poverty, barely able to afford basic necessities like food. The brothers have been ruined financially and can only afford the most minimal expenses. 'Bread and butter' refers to income source, not poverty level.

Multiple choice

Directions: Identify the correct idiom or phrase to complete the sentence.

The two friends have _______with one another.

  1. a fine line

  2. a fair weather line

  3. a good line

  4. a feather line
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

"A fine line" refers to a very narrow distinction or difference between two things. This idiom emphasizes how two seemingly different concepts or situations can be very close to each other. In the context of friendship, it might suggest subtle differences or boundaries in their relationship.