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Take the English Language Proficiency Quiz

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Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Ready to challenge your grasp of English? Our English Proficiency Practice Quiz offers a dynamic set of questions covering grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension. Ideal for students and educators seeking a comprehensive language proficiency test, this quiz helps build confidence and pinpoint areas for improvement. Customize every question effortlessly in the editor to match your teaching or study goals. Explore more quizzes to discover tailored practice opportunities.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?
She don't likes apples.
She doesn't likes apples.
She don't like apples.
She doesn't like apples.
The correct sentence uses 'doesn't' with the base verb 'like' to match third-person singular. It follows standard subject-verb agreement rules. Other options either misuse 'doesn't' or incorrectly use 'don't'.
Choose the word that best completes the sentence: The archaeologist discovered a ____ in the ancient tomb.
artifact
artifice
artificial
articulate
An 'artifact' is an object made by humans, often of historical interest, which fits the archaeological context. 'Artifice' means clever trick, 'articulate' means clear in speech, and 'artificial' means man-made but not specific to ancient finds. Only 'artifact' accurately describes a discovery in a tomb.
Select the sentence with correct punctuation.
After dinner we, went to the movie.
After, dinner we went to the movie.
After dinner we went to the movie.
After dinner, we went to the movie.
A comma is required after the introductory phrase 'After dinner' before the main clause. Placing the comma correctly sets off the introductory element. Other options misplace or omit the comma.
Which form correctly completes the sentence: ____ going to be late for the meeting.
It's
Its'
Its's
Its
'It's' is the contraction of 'it is,' which correctly completes the sentence. 'Its' is a possessive pronoun, and the others are not standard forms. Thus 'It's going to be late' is grammatically correct.
What tense is the verb 'darkened' in the sentence: 'The sky darkened as storm clouds gathered.'?
Past simple
Future simple
Present simple
Past continuous
'Darkened' is the past simple form of the verb, indicating a completed action in the past. Present simple would be 'darken,' and past continuous would be 'was darkening.' Future simple would be 'will darken.'
Identify the dependent clause in the sentence: 'Although she was tired, Maria finished her homework before dinner.'
Although she was tired
finished her homework before dinner
Maria finished her homework
She was tired, Maria finished
The clause 'Although she was tired' cannot stand alone and depends on the main clause for context, making it a dependent clause. The other options are either main clauses or fragments that do not match the dependent clause structure. Identifying the correct clause is essential for syntax analysis.
Choose the correct verb form: If he ____ earlier, he would have caught the train.
would have left
had left
has left
leaves
This is a third conditional sentence that requires 'had left' to express a hypothetical past action. 'Has left' and 'leaves' are present constructions, and 'would have left' is incorrect in the if-clause. 'Had left' correctly indicates the unreal past condition.
In the context of: 'The ending of the film was ambiguous, leaving viewers debating its meaning.' which word is closest in meaning to 'ambiguous'?
clear
vague
concise
complex
'Ambiguous' means unclear or open to multiple interpretations, which aligns with 'vague.' 'Clear' is the opposite, 'complex' refers to intricacy, and 'concise' refers to brevity. Only 'vague' accurately captures the nuance of 'ambiguous.'
Where should the comma be placed in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk but it started to rain.'?
I wanted to go for a walk but, it started to rain.
I wanted to go, for a walk but it started to rain.
I wanted to go for a walk but it started to rain.
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
A comma is needed before the coordinating conjunction 'but' to separate two independent clauses. This comma clarifies the sentence structure and prevents a run-on. The other options misplace or omit the comma incorrectly.
Correct the subject-verb agreement: 'Neither the manager nor the employees was available.' Which revision is correct?
Neither the manager nor the employees is available.
Neither the manager or the employees was available.
Neither the manager or the employees were available.
Neither the manager nor the employees were available.
When using 'neither...nor,' the verb agrees with the nearer subject, 'employees,' which is plural. Hence 'were available' is correct. The use of 'or' instead of 'nor' also makes options C and D incorrect.
In the sentence 'When the market collapsed, investors panicked.', what is the relationship between the clauses?
Purpose
Condition
Cause and effect
Contrast
The first clause explains the cause ('the market collapsed'), and the second shows the effect ('investors panicked'). This establishes a cause-and-effect relationship. It is not contrasting, conditional, or expressing purpose.
Choose the correct relative pronoun: 'The book ____ I borrowed was fascinating.'
whom
who
whose
which
'Which' is used for things and objects and correctly links 'book' to the clause. 'Who' refers to people, 'whom' is an object pronoun for people, and 'whose' indicates possession. Only 'which' is appropriate here.
Identify the sentence with a tense shift error.
They had finished dinner before the guests arrived.
He studied all night and then takes the exam in the morning.
She will travel tomorrow and will visit many cities.
I am writing a report that I will submit next week.
Sentence A shifts improperly from past tense ('studied') to present tense ('takes') in a single sequence. The other sentences maintain consistent tenses throughout, making them grammatically correct.
Determine the meaning of 'bear' in the sentence: 'He could not bear the pain any longer.'
endure
carry
produce
move
In this context, 'bear' means 'to endure' or 'to tolerate.' It does not mean 'to carry,' 'to produce,' or 'to move.' Understanding contextual vocabulary ensures accurate interpretation.
Choose the punctuation that best completes the sentence: 'I brought the cake __ I forgot to bring the plates.'
; but
. But
-- but
, but
A comma before the coordinating conjunction 'but' properly joins the two independent clauses. A semicolon is not standard with 'but,' and the period or dash options either create sentence fragments or awkward breaks.
Identify the dangling modifier in the sentence and choose the best correction: 'Walking down the street, the flowers swayed in the breeze.'
Walking down the street, the flowers were swaying in the breeze.
Walking down the street, I saw the flowers sway in the breeze.
Walking down the street, the breeze swayed the flowers.
Walking down the street, the flowers swayed.
The original sentence dangles the modifier by attaching it to 'the flowers' instead of the person walking. Option A correctly attaches the modifier to 'I,' clarifying who is walking down the street. The other options retain or create new ambiguity.
Combine the sentences using a relative clause: 'The scientist published the results. The results were groundbreaking.' Which option is correct?
The results were groundbreaking which the scientist published.
The scientist published the results that were groundbreaking.
Groundbreaking were the results published by the scientist.
The scientist that published the results were groundbreaking.
Option A correctly uses a relative clause 'that were groundbreaking' to modify 'results.' It preserves subject-verb agreement and logical clause placement. The other options misplace clauses or disrupt agreement and clarity.
Choose the correct punctuation to replace the question mark: 'He had one hobby? collecting rare stamps.'
;
:
.
-
A colon is used to introduce an explanation or list, which fits here by introducing 'collecting rare stamps.' A semicolon and period do not introduce explanatory phrases as effectively, and a dash is less formal in this context.
Choose the correct verb form: 'By the time we arrive, they ____ dinner.'
will eat
eat
had eaten
will have eaten
This future perfect tense 'will have eaten' indicates completion of dinner before our arrival. 'Will eat' and 'eat' do not express completion before another future event, and 'had eaten' is past perfect, which does not fit the future context.
Read the passage: 'Despite the heavy rain and gusty winds, the sailors managed to anchor the ship safely before nightfall. Their coordinated efforts and calm under pressure ensured no damage occurred.' What is the main idea?
The weather was bad.
The sailors failed to anchor the ship.
The ship suffered damage during the storm.
The sailors successfully anchored the ship through teamwork.
The passage emphasizes the sailors' successful anchoring due to their coordinated efforts under difficult conditions. It highlights teamwork and effective action. Other options misrepresent or omit this central focus.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyse complex sentence structures for proper syntax
  2. Evaluate vocabulary usage in various contexts
  3. Master verb tenses and agreement rules
  4. Identify common grammatical errors and correct them
  5. Demonstrate accurate punctuation in writing tasks
  6. Apply comprehension strategies to interpret passages

Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand Complex Sentence Structures - Dive into the adventure of independent and dependent clauses working together to pack more detail into your writing. Spot the twist in "Although it was raining, we went for a walk" and see how the dependent clause adds context. University Writing Center guide on grammar errors
  2. Evaluate Vocabulary in Context - Become a word detective by figuring out meanings based on how words behave in sentences. Whether "bark" is a tree's armor or a pup's call, context clues hold the key. Wilfrid Laurier University resource
  3. Master Verb Tenses and Agreement - Keep your timeline crystal clear by pairing the right tense with the right subject. From "She runs every morning" to "She ran yesterday," choose the form that matches your story. UW Writing Center's verb tense overview
  4. Identify and Correct Common Grammatical Errors - Hunt down comma splices, run-ons, and fragments like a grammar hero. Turn "I love to write, I write every day" into two punchy sentences for maximum clarity. Wilfrid Laurier University guide
  5. Demonstrate Accurate Punctuation - Let commas, periods, and semicolons help you deliver the right dramatic pause - or save Grandma! Compare "Let's eat, Grandma!" vs. "Let's eat Grandma!" for a tasty lesson. UW Writing Center punctuation guide
  6. Apply Reading Comprehension Strategies - Level up your reading game by summarizing paragraphs, spotting main ideas, and drawing clever inferences. After each passage, ask "What's the author really saying?" to unlock deeper meaning. Wilfrid Laurier University reading strategies
  7. Recognize and Use Modifiers Correctly - Add flair without confusion by placing modifiers next to the words they describe. "She drove her kids to school almost every day" keeps the focus clear and the schedule precise. University Writing Center guide on modifiers
  8. Differentiate Between Commonly Confused Words - Outsmart mix-ups like "affect" vs. "effect" and "its" vs. "it's." Remember: affect is the action, effect is the outcome - simple hacks for spot-on word choice. ProWritingAid's common mistakes list
  9. Practice Subject-Verb Agreement - Keep your subjects and verbs in perfect harmony - singular with singular, plural with plural. "The team is winning" or "The players are winning"? You decide! WLU subject-verb agreement insights
  10. Utilize Parallel Structure in Writing - Make your lists pop by matching grammatical forms: "reading, writing, and swimming" flows better than "reading, to write, and swimming." Consistency is your secret weapon. UW Writing Center parallelism tips
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