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Take the English Placement Test Quiz

Evaluate your English level with confidence

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Feeling unsure about your English level? This dynamic placement test offers 15 multiple-choice questions to accurately assess vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills. Ideal for students seeking to understand their proficiency or educators designing tailored lessons. All questions can be freely modified in the editor for personalized practice. Explore more quizzes or tweak this English Grammar Placement Test and English Proficiency Placement Test to fit your goals.

She ____ to school every day.
go
goes
going
gone
The third-person singular form requires the - s ending, so "goes" is correct in the present simple. Other forms do not match the subject "She."
Identify the noun in the sentence: "The cat slept on the warm blanket."
on
cat
warm
slept
Nouns name people, places, things, or ideas, and "cat" is a thing being named. The other words function as a verb, preposition, and adjective.
Select the correct article: "I saw ___ elephant at the zoo."
the
a
some
an
Before a vowel sound, the indefinite article "an" is used. "Elephant" begins with a vowel sound, so "an elephant" is correct.
Choose the appropriate pronoun: "___ are you calling?"
What
Whom
Which
Who
"Who" is the subject pronoun used for asking about the person performing the action. "Whom" would be used for an object, and the others do not fit the context.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition: "The book is ___ the table."
in
by
on
at
The preposition "on" indicates surface contact, which is correct for something resting atop a table. The others imply different spatial relations.
Neither the students nor the teacher ___ prepared.
is
be
are
were
With "neither...nor," the verb agrees with the closer subject, which is "the teacher," a singular noun, so "is" is correct. "Are" and "were" conflict with singular agreement.
Her performance was ___ than last time.
best
well
good
better
Comparing two performances requires the comparative form, "better." "Good" is a base adjective, "best" is superlative, and "well" is an adverb.
Determine the function of the underlined portion in the sentence: "Running quickly, she reached the finish line first." Underlined: Running quickly
Prepositional phrase
Infinitive
Gerund phrase
Participial phrase
A participial phrase begins with a present participle (verb + -ing) and modifies a noun. Here "Running quickly" describes how she reached the line.
Based on the passage below, what does the word "adapted" most likely mean? "Despite the sudden rainstorm, the players adapted their strategy and continued the match without delay."
adjusted
ignored
refused
avoided
The context shows that the players changed their approach to deal with new conditions, so "adjusted" is the best meaning. The other options do not fit the idea of modifying strategy.
Select the sentence with correct punctuation.
I cant believe its already Friday.
I cant believe it's already Friday.
I can't believe it's already Friday.
I can't believe its already Friday.
Contractions require apostrophes: "can't" and "it's." Option B correctly places both apostrophes. The other sentences miss one or both apostrophes.
If she ____ earlier, she would have caught the bus.
had left
left
would leave
leaves
This third conditional expresses regret about the past and requires "had" + past participle. "Had left" correctly follows this structure.
Choose the correct relative pronoun: "The book ___ you recommended was fascinating."
whom
that
who
whose
In essential clauses referring to things, "that" is the appropriate relative pronoun. "Who" and "whom" refer to people, and "whose" shows possession.
Identify the antonym of "abundant."
ample
numerous
scarce
plentiful
"Scarce" means in short supply, which is the opposite of "abundant." The other options all suggest a large amount.
Which strategy helps understand unfamiliar words by analyzing word parts (prefixes, roots, and suffixes)?
skimming
scanning
contextual analysis
morphological analysis
Morphological analysis focuses on examining prefixes, roots, and suffixes to determine a word's meaning. Skimming and scanning are reading techniques, and contextual analysis relies on surrounding text.
Select the best revision to correct the run-on sentence: "I wanted to go to the museum it was closed."
I wanted to go to the museum; it was closed.
I wanted to go to the museum it was closed.
I wanted to go to the museum, it was closed.
I wanted to go to the museum and it was closed.
A semicolon correctly separates two closely related independent clauses. The comma option creates a comma splice, and the conjunction version changes the structure improperly.
I wish I ____ more time.
will have
have
had had
had
The subjunctive mood for hypothetical or counterfactual wishes about the present uses "had." "Had had" would imply a past perfect context, which is incorrect here.
Which sentence corrects the misplaced modifier in: "Almost every student submitted every assignment."?
Every assignment was submitted almost by every student.
Every student almost submitted all the assignments.
Almost every student submitted all assignments almost.
Almost every student submitted all the assignments.
The revision clarifies that most students (not every assignment) submitted all assignments. It places "almost" directly before the subject it modifies, reducing ambiguity.
What is the author's tone in the passage? "Although the experiment failed in countless ways, it provided valuable insights into the reaction mechanisms. The researchers remained optimistic about their next steps."
hopeful
pessimistic
analytical
humorous
Despite acknowledging failure, the passage emphasizes optimism and forward-looking attitude, indicating a hopeful tone. It does not suggest humor or pessimism.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence with a complex list:
On our trip, we visited Albany, New York; Boston, Massachusetts; and Providence, Rhode Island.
On our trip, we visited Albany, New York; Boston, Massachusetts, and Providence, Rhode Island
On our trip; we visited Albany, New York, Boston, Massachusetts, and Providence, Rhode Island.
On our trip we visited Albany, New York, Boston, Massachusetts and Providence, Rhode Island.
In complex lists where items contain commas, semicolons separate the items. Option A properly uses semicolons and includes the Oxford comma within each item list.
What is the best definition of "loquacious"?
thoughtful
talkative
speedy
shy
"Loquacious" describes someone who talks a lot, making "talkative" the correct definition. The other options refer to different personality traits.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyse sentence structure and grammar accuracy
  2. Evaluate vocabulary knowledge in context
  3. Identify strengths and areas for improvement
  4. Apply reading comprehension strategies effectively
  5. Demonstrate understanding of English usage rules

Cheat Sheet

  1. Fundamental Grammar Rules - Nail down the basics of English grammar - sentence structure, punctuation, and those pesky usage errors - to make your writing sparkle with clarity and coherence. When you know how clauses and commas play together, crafting killer sentences becomes a breeze! English Grammar Rules | The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation
  2. Contextual Vocabulary Expansion - Discover new words in the wild by reading diverse materials like articles, stories, and even comic strips, then challenge yourself to use them in your own sentences. Learning vocabulary in context supercharges memory and makes your speech more dynamic! The Science of Reading Comprehension Instruction
  3. Active Reading Strategies - Turn reading into an adventure with techniques like summarizing, questioning, clarifying, and predicting to stay engaged and actually enjoy the process. These proven methods help you dive deep into texts and retain key ideas long after you close the book. Improving Students' Reading Comprehension Skills
  4. SQ3R Method Mastery - Level up your study game with SQ3R: Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review. This step-by-step approach keeps you active, boosts retention, and transforms passive skimming into meaningful learning sessions. SQ3R
  5. Reciprocal Teaching Technique - Grab a study buddy or two and rotate roles as "teacher," asking questions, summarizing, clarifying, and predicting together. Collaborating this way turns reading into a lively group hunt for understanding! Reciprocal Teaching
  6. Graphic Organizers for Clarity - Sketch mind maps, flowcharts, or Venn diagrams to map out ideas and see connections at a glance. Visual tools help you break down complex information into digestible chunks - hello, study hack! Reading Comprehension Strategies
  7. Self-Monitoring Comprehension - Become your own reading detective by pausing regularly to check if things still make sense and pinpoint confusing spots. This self-regulation habit keeps you on track and empowers you to tackle tricky sections head-on. The Relationship Between Reading Strategy and Reading Comprehension: A Meta-Analysis
  8. Summarization Practice - After reading each paragraph or section, challenge yourself to explain the gist in one or two sentences. Summarizing forces you to distill main ideas and cements them in your memory - plus, it's a great party trick! Improving Students' Reading Comprehension Skills
  9. Text Structure Awareness - Spot patterns like cause-and-effect, compare-and-contrast, or problem-and-solution to organize your thoughts and anticipate what's coming next. Recognizing these blueprints makes reading faster and analysis sharper! The Science of Reading Comprehension Instruction
  10. Regular Writing Application - Flex your new grammar and vocabulary skills by journaling, blogging, or drafting essays on topics you love. Writing is the ultimate practice playground - make mistakes, learn, and watch your confidence soar! English Grammar Rules | The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation
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