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Irregular Past Tense Practice Quiz

Boost your skills with irregular verb exercises

Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 3
Study OutcomesCheat Sheet
Colorful paper art promoting the Irregular Verbs Showdown quiz for English learners.

What is the irregular past tense of 'go'?
going
goed
went
go
'Went' is the correct irregular past tense of 'go.' It is the standard form used in English, while the other options are either the base form or incorrectly conjugated.
Select the correct past tense form of 'eat'.
eated
eat
ate
eaten
'Ate' is the widely accepted irregular past tense of 'eat.' The other options either use an incorrect conjugation or represent the wrong tense.
Which is the correct past tense of 'run'?
running
runned
ran
run
'Ran' is the proper irregular past tense form of 'run.' The other options include the base form, a present participle, or an incorrect version.
Identify the past tense of 'see'.
see
seen
sewed
saw
'Saw' is the correct irregular past tense of 'see.' The other options either use the past participle, the base form, or are unrelated in meaning.
What is the past tense of 'come'?
coming
came
come
comed
'Came' is the recognized irregular past form of 'come.' The alternatives provided do not correctly form the past tense of this verb.
Which sentence uses the irregular past tense of 'begin' correctly?
They begin the meeting on time.
They beganed the meeting on time.
They began the meeting on time.
They begun the meeting on time.
The sentence 'They began the meeting on time.' correctly uses 'began' as the irregular past tense of 'begin.' The other options misuse the past participle or the base form.
Choose the correct past tense form of 'swim' used in a sentence.
I swam across the lake.
I swim across the lake.
I swum across the lake.
I swimming across the lake.
'I swam across the lake.' correctly employs 'swam' as the irregular past tense of 'swim.' The other options are either in the present tense or incorrectly conjugated.
What is the past tense of 'forget'?
forgets
forgotten
forgot
forgeted
'Forgot' is the correct irregular past tense of 'forget.' The other options either apply the wrong tense or mistakenly use the past participle.
Select the correct past tense form of 'give' in the sentence: 'She _____ him a gift yesterday.'
given
give
gave
gived
'Gave' is the appropriate irregular past tense of 'give' that fits the sentence. The other options either misuse the verb or apply an incorrect form.
Which option correctly uses the irregular past tense of 'drive'?
He drove to work.
He driven to work.
He drive to work.
He drived to work.
'He drove to work.' demonstrates the correct use of 'drove' as the irregular past tense of 'drive.' The alternatives exhibit common errors in forming the past tense.
Identify the correct past form of 'sing' when describing a performance.
sang
sung
sing
singed
'Sang' is the proper irregular past form of 'sing.' The other options either confuse it with the past participle or are common mistakes.
Find the correct past tense of 'take' as used in this sentence: 'They _____ the test last week.'
taked
taken
take
took
'Took' is the correct irregular past tense form of 'take.' The other options either mistakenly use the past participle or the base form.
Select the correct past tense of 'fly'.
fly
flown
flew
flyed
'Flew' is the accepted irregular past tense of 'fly.' The alternatives represent either the past participle or incorrect conjugations.
Choose the correct past tense form for 'drink' in this sentence: 'He ____ all the juice yesterday.'
dranked
drunk
drink
drank
'Drank' is the accurate irregular past tense form of 'drink.' The other options either result from a common error or use the wrong tense.
Select the correct past tense form of 'build'.
builded
built
build
builted
'Built' is the correct irregular past tense form of 'build.' The alternatives reflect typical errors made when conjugating this verb.
Which sentence correctly uses the irregular past tense of 'arise'?
A problem arose during the experiment.
A problem risen during the experiment.
A problem raise during the experiment.
A problem aroseed during the experiment.
The sentence 'A problem arose during the experiment.' uses 'arose' correctly as the irregular past tense of 'arise.' The other options include errors in conjugation.
Identify the correct irregular past tense of 'choose' used in this sentence: 'She _____ the red dress for the party.'
chosed
choose
chose
chosen
'Chose' is the correct irregular past tense of 'choose' and fits the context of the sentence. The other options either use the past participle or are incorrect conjugations.
Select the correct past tense form of 'ring'.
ringed
rung
ring
rang
'Rang' is the correct irregular past tense of 'ring.' The alternatives either use the past participle or are incorrect forms for the simple past.
Which option best completes the sentence: 'He _____ up the paper during the quarrel.'
teared
tear
tore
torn
'Tore' is the accurate irregular past tense form of 'tear,' making the sentence grammatically correct. The other options represent common errors or misuse of the form.
Select the correct past tense form of 'wake' in this sentence: 'I _____ up early this morning.'
waked
woke
wake
woken
'Woke' is the recognized irregular past tense of 'wake.' The other alternatives either mix up tense forms or represent incorrect conjugations.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify common irregular verbs and their past tense forms.
  2. Apply correct irregular verb transformations in sentence contexts.
  3. Analyze irregular verb usage within simulated test conditions.
  4. Evaluate personal mastery of irregular verbs to boost exam readiness.

Irregular Past Tense Quiz & Worksheets Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand that irregular verbs break the rules - Irregular verbs don't play by the standard "add ‑ed" rule when you switch to past tense. They morph into new shapes - like "go" becoming "went" and "eat" turning into "ate." Spotting these magical transformations helps you write and speak like a pro! Irregular Verbs Guide
    2. Grammarly: Irregular Verbs Article
  2. Familiarize yourself with the big five - Common irregular verbs such as "be," "have," "do," "say," and "make" pop up everywhere in English. Because they break the usual past‑tense rules, knowing these heavy hitters gives you a massive confidence boost. Make them your best friends and you'll never get caught off guard! Grammarbank: Irregular Verbs List
    3. Grammarbank: Irregular Verbs List
  3. Spot the triple‑threat verbs - Some irregular verbs keep the exact same form for base, past, and past participle - think "cut," "put," and "set." These shape‑shifters are the easiest irregulars to master, since once you learn them, they're done! Keep a short list of these and breeze through your next writing assignment. Unchanged Irregular Verbs
    4. Grammarly: Irregular Verbs Article
  4. Group verbs by pattern - Clustering similar irregulars makes memorization a breeze. For instance, "sing - sang - sung" buddies perfectly with "ring - rang - rung." Form your own "verb bands" and you'll be singing - and remembering - them in no time! Irregular Verb Mnemonics
    5. Slideshare: Irregular Verb Mnemonics
  5. Use fun mnemonics and rhymes - A catchy rhyme or quirky sentence can cement tricky forms in your brain. For example, make up a song about "teach - taught - taught" or a poem for "bring - brought - brought." The sillier, the better - when you laugh, you learn! Memorize Irregular Verbs
    6. Grammarly: Just Memorize These Irregular Verbs
  6. Practice in real sentences - Writing and speaking examples solidifies your knowledge. Try sentences like "She has written a letter" instead of "She has writed a letter." Using them actively makes irregulars feel natural rather than forced. Practice Irregular Verbs
    7. GeeksforGeeks: Irregular Verbs
  7. Learn vowel‑changing patterns - Some verbs swap their vowels in the past, like "begin" to "began" and "drink" to "drank." Spotting these shifts is like having a secret decoder ring for English. Keep a list of vowel changers and you'll ace your next quiz! Irregular Verbs List
    8. E‑Grammar: Irregular Verbs List
  8. Track three‑form standouts - Certain verbs change once for past tense and again for past participle - think "choose," "chose," "chosen." Treat each form as a character in your learning story to avoid mixing them up. With practice, the trio becomes second nature! Past Participle Focus
    9. Grammarly: Irregular Verbs Article
  9. Quiz yourself regularly - Flashcards, games, or friendly challenges turn review into a fun competition. Aim for five new verbs a day and reward yourself when you master them. Consistent review builds lasting confidence - and beats cramming any day! Irregular Verbs Quiz
    10. Grammarly: Just Memorize These Irregular Verbs
  10. Stay positive and patient - Learning irregular verbs is like training a grammar muscle - it takes time and reps. Celebrate every small win, like recalling five verbs in a row, and keep pushing forward. With patience and practice, you'll conquer them all! Study Mindset Tips
    11. Grammarly: Just Memorize These Irregular Verbs
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