Unlock hundreds more features
Save your Quiz to the Dashboard
View and Export Results
Use AI to Create Quizzes and Analyse Results

OR
Sign inSign in with Facebook
Sign inSign in with Google
Quizzes > High School Quizzes > English Language Arts

B2 Grammar Practice Quiz

Sharpen your grammar skills with targeted practice

Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 10
Study OutcomesCheat Sheet
Colorful paper art promoting the B2 Grammar Boost quiz for upper-intermediate English learners.

Which sentence is in the present perfect tense?
I have finished my homework.
I had finished my homework.
I am finishing my homework.
I finish my homework.
The sentence 'I have finished my homework.' is in the present perfect tense, indicating a completed action with present relevance. The other options use present simple, present continuous, or past perfect tenses.
Which sentence correctly uses the infinitive form after a verb?
She decided leave early.
She decided to leave early.
She decided leaving early.
She decided leaving to early.
The sentence 'She decided to leave early.' uses the infinitive form correctly after the verb 'decided.' The other options display incorrect structures following the verb.
Which sentence demonstrates correct use of articles?
He is an honest man.
They saw a eagle in the forest.
She attended an university.
I would like a orange juice.
The sentence 'He is an honest man.' correctly uses the article 'an' before a word that starts with a silent 'h.' The other sentences misuse the articles based on the sounds beginning the following words.
Which sentence is grammatically correct in subject-verb agreement?
He goes to school every day.
They goes to school every day.
She go to school every day.
I going to school every day.
The sentence 'He goes to school every day.' follows proper subject-verb agreement. The other options contain errors in verb conjugation or incorrect structures.
Which sentence uses the modal verb 'can' correctly to express ability?
She cans swim very well.
She can swimming very well.
She can swim very well.
She can to swim very well.
The sentence 'She can swim very well.' correctly uses 'can' followed by the base form of the verb. The other options misuse the modal or the required verb form.
Which sentence correctly expresses a hypothetical situation using the second conditional?
If I win the lottery, I will travel the world.
If I had won the lottery, I would travel the world.
If I win the lottery, I would travel the world.
If I won the lottery, I would travel the world.
The sentence 'If I won the lottery, I would travel the world.' uses the past simple in the if-clause and 'would' in the main clause to describe an unreal present condition. The other options mix tenses or use incorrect conditional forms.
Which sentence correctly transforms an active sentence into passive voice?
The meal is cooking by the chef.
The meal cooked by the chef.
The meal cooks by the chef.
The meal is cooked by the chef.
The sentence 'The meal is cooked by the chef.' is correctly formed in the passive voice. The other options misuse auxiliary verbs or omit necessary components of the passive construction.
Which sentence uses a defining relative clause correctly?
The man who lives next door is a dentist.
The man whom lives next door is a dentist.
The man who lives next door, is a dentist.
The man, who lives next door, is a dentist.
The sentence 'The man who lives next door is a dentist.' correctly uses a defining relative clause without commas to specifically identify the man. The other options include unnecessary punctuation or an incorrect relative pronoun.
Which sentence correctly converts direct speech into reported speech?
John said that he was tired.
John said he had tired.
John said he tired.
John said that he is tired.
The sentence 'John said that he was tired.' correctly shifts the tense from present in direct speech to past in reported speech. The other options do not correctly adjust the tense or structure.
Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of the present perfect continuous tense?
They had been working all day.
They have worked all day.
They are working all day.
They have been working all day.
The sentence 'They have been working all day.' is in the present perfect continuous tense, indicating that an activity started in the past continues into the present. The other options either denote a completed action or use the wrong tense.
Which sentence correctly uses 'should have' to express a past missed opportunity?
You should go to the doctor.
You had should gone to the doctor.
You should have gone to the doctor.
You should went to the doctor.
The sentence 'You should have gone to the doctor.' uses the modal 'should have' correctly to indicate advice regarding a past opportunity. The other choices either misuse the modal form or the verb tense.
Which sentence correctly forms a mixed conditional scenario?
If I had studied harder, I would work in a better job now.
If I would have studied harder, I would be working in a better job now.
If I studied harder, I would be working in a better job now.
If I had studied harder, I would be working in a better job now.
The sentence 'If I had studied harder, I would be working in a better job now.' effectively links a past condition with a present result, characteristic of mixed conditionals. The other options either contain tense errors or incorrect conditional constructions.
Which sentence uses inversion correctly after a negative adverb?
Never I have seen such a mess.
I never have seen such a mess.
I have never seen such a mess.
Never have I seen such a mess.
The sentence 'Never have I seen such a mess.' correctly applies inversion after a negative adverb for emphasis. The other options do not follow the proper inverted structure.
Which sentence correctly uses a gerund after a preposition?
She is interested on learning new languages.
She is interested to learn new languages.
She is interested in learning new languages.
She is interested in to learn new languages.
The sentence 'She is interested in learning new languages.' correctly uses the gerund 'learning' after the preposition 'in.' The other options misuse the structure required after a preposition.
Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement with compound subjects?
Neither the teacher nor the student are here.
Neither the teachers nor the student are here.
Either the teacher or the students are late.
Either the teacher or the students is late.
The sentence 'Either the teacher or the students are late.' correctly applies subject-verb agreement by matching the verb with the closer subject, 'students.' The other options do not agree in number with the respective subjects.
Which sentence correctly employs a reduced relative clause?
The students had waiting outside can enter now.
The students waiting outside can enter now.
The students who are waiting outside can enter now.
The students that waiting outside can enter now.
The sentence 'The students waiting outside can enter now.' uses a reduced relative clause by omitting the relative pronoun and auxiliary verb, which is acceptable in English. The other options either do not reduce the clause correctly or are grammatically incorrect.
Which sentence correctly uses the subjunctive mood to express a recommendation?
It is essential that she will be present at the meeting.
It is essential that she was present at the meeting.
It is essential that she is present at the meeting.
It is essential that she be present at the meeting.
The sentence 'It is essential that she be present at the meeting.' correctly employs the subjunctive mood to express necessity or recommendation. The other options use the indicative mood, which does not convey the same formal suggestion.
Which sentence demonstrates correct inversion in a conditional sentence without using 'if'?
Had I know about the traffic, I would have left earlier.
Had I known about the traffic, I would have left earlier.
I had known about the traffic, I would have left earlier.
Were I known about the traffic, I would have left earlier.
The sentence 'Had I known about the traffic, I would have left earlier.' correctly uses inversion to form a conditional sentence without 'if.' The other options display incorrect tense usage or fail to apply inversion properly.
Which sentence accurately applies the mixed conditional to link a past condition with a present result?
If she took the job offer, she might be living in London now.
If she had taken the job offer, she might be living in London now.
If she takes the job offer, she might be living in London now.
If she had taken the job offer, she would be living in London now.
The sentence 'If she had taken the job offer, she might be living in London now.' effectively links a past condition with a present hypothetical result, which is characteristic of mixed conditionals. The other options either use incorrect tense forms or mix conditional structures improperly.
Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of the future perfect continuous tense?
By next July, we will be working on this project for three years.
By next July, we will have been working on this project for three years.
By next July, we will work on this project for three years.
By next July, we will have worked on this project for three years.
The sentence 'By next July, we will have been working on this project for three years.' is correctly formed in the future perfect continuous tense, indicating the duration of an ongoing action up to a future point. The other options use either the simple future or future perfect tense, which do not convey continuous action.
0
{"name":"Which sentence is in the present perfect tense?", "url":"https://www.quiz-maker.com/QPREVIEW","txt":"Which sentence is in the present perfect tense?, Which sentence correctly uses the infinitive form after a verb?, Which sentence demonstrates correct use of articles?","img":"https://www.quiz-maker.com/3012/images/ogquiz.png"}

Study Outcomes

  1. Understand key grammar rules and concepts.
  2. Analyze sentence structures to improve clarity.
  3. Apply grammar rules accurately in various contexts.
  4. Evaluate common error patterns in written English.
  5. Synthesize grammar skills to enhance test performance.

B2 Grammar Practice Cheat Sheet

  1. Mastering Conditionals - Dive into zero, first, second, third, and mixed conditionals to express real and imaginary scenarios. Play with sentences like "If I had studied harder, I would have passed the exam" to see how meaning shifts. Explore conditionals
  2. Using Modal Verbs for Deduction - Use "must," "might," "could," and "can't" to show how sure you are about past or present events. Try "She must be at home now" or "He might have missed the bus" to practice different degrees of certainty. Discover modals
  3. Employing Passive Voice - Transform active sentences into passive to focus on the action or recipient, as in "The book was read by millions." Experiment by swapping subjects and objects to see how emphasis changes. Practice passive voice
  4. Distinguishing Gerunds and Infinitives - Learn when to pick the gerund (‑ing) or the infinitive (to + verb) after verbs like "enjoy" vs. "decide." Compare "I enjoy swimming" with "I decided to swim" and notice how your choice tweaks the meaning. Gerunds vs infinitives
  5. Understanding Reported Speech - Report statements, questions, and commands by adjusting pronouns, tenses, and time markers, for example turning "He said, 'I'm coming tomorrow'" into "He said he was coming the next day." Practice with real dialogues to nail the subtleties. Master reported speech
  6. Utilizing Relative Clauses - Add defining or non‑defining clauses to give extra detail: "The teacher who lives next door is friendly." Play around with clauses to join ideas smoothly and sound more advanced. Learn relative clauses
  7. Applying Phrasal Verbs - Get to know daily phrasal verbs like "give up" (quit) and "look after" (take care of). Sprinkle them into your speech for a more natural vibe and higher fluency. Explore phrasal verbs
  8. Forming Comparatives and Superlatives - Compare adjectives and adverbs correctly with "faster," "the fastest," "more interesting," or "the most interesting." Describe friends, movies, or games to make your comparisons shine. Practice comparisons
  9. Using Articles Appropriately - Nail when to use "a," "an," "the," or no article at all based on specificity. Try quizzes to understand why we say "the sun" but "mountains are high." Article usage guide
  10. Mastering Word Order in Questions - Form direct and indirect questions like "Where are you going?" or "Could you tell me where you are going?" Role-play different question types to boost your conversation skills. Improve question order
Make a Quiz (FREE) Copy & Edit This Quiz Create a Quiz with AI

English Language Arts Quizzes

Powered by: Quiz Maker