English Grammar Quiz (first 4 topics)

Which sentence uses the correct tense?

• She go to school every day.

• She goes to school every day.

• She is go to school every day.

• She going to school every day.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'She goes to school every day.' It uses the present simple tense, which is appropriate for habitual actions. The other options either misuse the verb form or tense.

I enjoy ______ books in my free time.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'reading' because it fits grammatically in the sentence, indicating the activity enjoyed during free time. 'Reading books' is a common phrase, making it the appropriate completion.

Which sentence correctly combines the subject and verb?

• The team are play well.

• The team is playing well.

• The team playing well.

• The team play well.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'The team is playing well.' because 'team' is a collective noun that takes a singular verb form. The other options either use incorrect verb forms or lack a verb.

She decided ______ to the party.

• to go
• go

• going

• went

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'to go' because it completes the sentence grammatically, indicating her intention to attend the party. Other options are not provided, but 'to go' fits the context perfectly.

He stopped ______ to her after the argument.

• talking
• to talk

• talked

• to talking

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'talking' because it fits the context of the sentence. The phrase 'He stopped talking to her' indicates a cessation of communication after the argument.

If I ______, I will pass the exam.

• study
• don't study

• studied

• didn't study

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'study' because it fits the conditional structure. If I study, I will pass the exam, indicating that studying is necessary for success.

She is looking forward to ______ you soon.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'meeting' because it fits the structure of the sentence. The phrase 'looking forward to' is typically followed by a gerund (verb+ing), making 'meeting' the appropriate form.

I had finished my homework before I ______ out.

• went
• go

• had gone

• was going

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'went' because it fits the past tense structure of the sentence. The phrase 'had finished' indicates a completed action before another past action, which is 'went out'.

He promised ______ me tomorrow.

• to help
• help

• helping

• helps

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'to help' because it completes the sentence grammatically. The phrase 'promised to help' indicates an intention to assist, making it the appropriate verb form to use.

While I was cooking, she ______ TV.

• was watching

• watched

• watching

• cook

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'was watching' because it indicates an ongoing action in the past, which fits the context of 'while I was cooking'. The other options do not convey the same continuous aspect.