English Week Quiz Year 6

Which is below not part of animal?

• leaf

• feathers

• twig

Answer explanation

Feathers are part of birds, which are animals, but the question asks for something that is not part of an animal. Leaves and twigs are parts of plants, making 'feathers' the correct choice as it is associated with animals.

I …………………my homework last night when I lost all my work.

• am doing

• were doing

• was doing

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'was doing' because it indicates an ongoing action in the past. The sentence describes an event that was happening when the loss occurred, making 'was doing' the appropriate past continuous tense.

I had to wear three jackets, but I was still………….

• freezing

• frozen

• freeze

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'freezing' because it describes the ongoing state of feeling very cold, which fits the context of wearing three jackets but still feeling cold.

Life was very different in the time of Samuel Pepys. He……servants.

• used to has

• used to have

• used to had

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'used to have' because 'used to' is followed by the base form of the verb. 'Has' and 'had' are incorrect forms in this context.

What is the best phrase to replace the phrase 'TODAY WAS DIFFICULT'

• Monday blues

• What a day!

• Relax

Answer explanation

The phrase 'What a day!' effectively conveys the sentiment of having a challenging day, similar to 'TODAY WAS DIFFICULT'. It captures the essence of reflecting on a tough experience, making it the best replacement.

Which word best to describe the situation?
  “A dangerous event that needs immediate action”

• Possessions

• Electricity

• Emergency

Answer explanation

The phrase "A dangerous event that needs immediate action" clearly defines an "Emergency." This term specifically refers to situations requiring urgent response, making it the best choice among the options provided.

Which is TRUE about kayak and canoeing?

• kayak is much smaller than canoe

• kayak has two seats

• kayak's paddle has got one blades

Answer explanation

The statement 'kayak is much smaller than canoe' is true. Kayaks are typically narrower and shorter than canoes, which are larger and designed for more passengers. The other options about seating and paddle blades are incorrect.

I've ……… to lots of different countries by plane.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'flown' because it indicates the action of traveling by air to various countries. The sentence implies past experiences, making 'flown' the appropriate verb form.

Have you ever been camping before?

• No, I haven't! It's my first time.

• No, I had! It's my first time.

• No, I hasn't! It's my first time.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'No, I haven't! It's my first time.' because it uses the correct contraction 'haven't' for 'have not'. The other options contain grammatical errors, making them incorrect.

Vet is ___________

• someone who takes care of animals

• someone who takes care and checks our teeth

• someone who takes care of sick people

Answer explanation

A vet, short for veterinarian, is a professional who specializes in the care and treatment of animals. The other options refer to dentists and doctors, who care for teeth and sick people, respectively.