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1. Yesterday, Alex went to the store and bought some groceries. She got some eggs, bread, milk, and cheese. When she got home, she realised that she forgot about sugar.
What did Alex forget to buy?

a) Bread

b) Eggs

c) Sugar

d) Milk

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2. According to the passage, what is the main idea?
"Global warming has a significant impact on the planet's weather patterns, wildlife, and ecosystems."

a) The economic impact of climate change.

b) The history of climate change.

c) The effects of global warming on the planet.

d) The future of renewable energy.

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3. Which word is spelt correctly?

a) Accommodation

b) Acomodation

c) Acommodation

d) Accomodation

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4. In the following sentence, "I like to read books", what does the word 'read' mean?

a) To look at words and understand them

b) To speak

c) To write

d) To listen

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5. Fill in the blank: "I ____ my keys on the table."

a) Putting

b) Putted

c) Puts

d) Put

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6. Choose the correct sentence.

a) He has lived here for three years.

b) They doesn't go to school

c) We am going to the cinema tonight.

d) She don't like ice cream.

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7. Choose the best word to fill in the blank in the following sentence:

The teacher __________ the students to complete the assignment by next week.

a) reminded

b) made

c) forced

d) taught

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8. Choose the best word to fill in the blank in the following sentence:

I'm planning to visit the ______ exhibit at the museum next week.

a) Egyption

b) Egyptian

c) Egypitian

d) Egypcian

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9. Passage:

The film industry has undergone many changes in recent years, with the rise of streaming services and the decline of traditional movie theaters. Some people worry that this shift will lead to the death of cinema as we know it. However, others see it as an opportunity for filmmakers to reach new audiences and for viewers to discover new types of content. One thing is clear: the future of the film industry is uncertain, and only time will tell what it will look like in the years to come.

What is the passage discussing?

a) The film industry is changing and it's not clear what the future holds.

b) Streaming services are taking over traditional movie theaters.

c) The decline of movie theaters will lead to the death of cinema.

d) All of the above.

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10. John needs to __________ for his exams.

a) redeem

b) retrieve

c) recognize

d) revise

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11. Passage:

Alex was feeling very tired after a long day at work. He decided to stop by the grocery store on the way home to pick up some food for dinner. He walked down the aisles looking for the ingredients he needed. When he got to the checkout, he realised he had left his wallet at the office. He felt embarrassed and apologised to the cashier before leaving the store empty-handed.

What did Alex forget to bring with him to the grocery store?

a) His phone

b) His shopping list

c) His keys

d) His wallet

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12. According to the weather report, it's going to be a ______ day today.

a) rayny

b) rany

c) rainy

d) reigny

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13. What is the past tense of the verb "go"?

a) Gone

b) Goed

c) Went

d) Goes

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14. Which of the following is an example of an emphatic sentence?

a) The sun rises in the east.

b) I like pizza.

c) The cat sat on the mat.

d) I did do my homework!

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15. Which sentence is a question?

a) I like to play soccer.

b) The sun is shining today.

c) My name is John.

d) What is your name?

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16. What is the meaning of the word "furniture"?

a) A musical instrument

b) A type of food

c) Items like chairs, tables, and beds

d) A mode of transportation

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17. In the following sentence: "I can swim." What does the word "swim" mean?

a) To jump

b) To run

c) To move through water using your body

d) To talk

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18. What is a synonym for the word "happy"?

a) Tired

b) Angry

c) Joyful

d) Sad

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19. Fill in the blank: "Can I have ___ sugar, please?"

a) Many

b) Some

c) Much

d) Any

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20. Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?

a) She went to the store, bought some bread and milk, and went back home.

b) I'm not sure what to do, however, I think we should ask for help.

c) We were lost; we didn't know where to go.

d) He said. he was sorry, yet he didn't seem to mean it.

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21. Choose the word that best fits the sentence:

"She was ____ when she heard the news."

a) happily

b) excitedly

c) shockedly

d) devastated

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22. How do you spell the word 'cat'?

a) C-A-D

b) K-A-D

c) C-A-T

d) K-A-T

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23. My cousin is a __________ artist and she has an exhibition next month.

a) terrific

b) tenacious

c) talented

d) terrible

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24. Which word is a synonym for "sad"?

a) pleased

b) somber

c) tired

d) angry

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25. Which sentence has the correct grammar?

a) She goes to the supermarket.

b) I goes to school.

c) We am going to the beach tomorrow.

d) They is playing in the park.

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26. What is the meaning of the word "delicious"?

a) Sad

b) Angry

c) Ugly

d) Tasty

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27. Passage: ______________ our surprise, the movie was actually very good. We thought it would be terrible.
Which phrase correctly completes the sentence?

a) To

b) At

c) By

d) With

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28. Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?

a) She and I are going to the party.

b) Me and him went to the beach.

c) Her and I are in the same class.

d) Him and me are going to the store.

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29. Which sentence contains a relative clause?

a) The car that I rented was blue.

b) The person who won the award was very happy.

c) She always wears red shoes.

d) I like swimming in the ocean.

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30. Which of the following is the correct way to use a colon?

a) He told me to: call him when I arrived.

b) She had two goals in life: to travel the world and to write a book.

c) The sky was blue: the birds were chirping.

d) John said: "I'm hungry."

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31. Which sentence uses the word "complement" correctly?

a) The coach complemented to the team

b) I cannot think of a complement to your new haircut.

c) The restaurant offered a complementary drink in every meal.

d) The colors of the painting complement each other well.

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32. Which of the following is an example of an adverbial phrase?

a) She quickly ran to the store.

b) The child played with the toy.

c) The dog chased the ball.

d) He sang the song with great enthusiasm.

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33. Choose the correct spelling

a) Relevent

b) Relevant

c) Releventt

d) Relevvant

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34. Choose the best word to fill in the blank in the following sentence:

"The team ___________ to the finals."

a) advance

b) advancedly

c) advanced

d) advancing

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35. Passage: He __________ be home by 7 p.m. He has a meeting at 6 p.m. but it should not last long.
Which word correctly completes the sentence?

a) must

b) can

c) should

d) could

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36. Which of the following is an example of a gerund?

a) To run is fun

b) I love running

c) The running man

d) Running is my favorite hobby

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37. Choose the best word to fill in the blank in the following sentence:

"She has been playing the piano ___________ she was five years old."

a) for

b) while

c) since

d) until

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38. Passage: The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. It was a perfect day for a picnic in the park. John and his friends had been planning this picnic for weeks. They brought sandwiches, fruit, and drinks to share. As they were enjoying their lunch, a group of musicians came and played some lovely tunes. They all had a wonderful time.

Which word best describes the weather in the passage?

a) Cloudy

b) Rainy

c) Windy

d) Sunny

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39. The word "ubiquitous" means:

a) Present, appearing, or found everywhere

b) Limited, rare, or unique

c) Boring, tedious, or monotonous

d) Inappropriate or unsuitable

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40. Which of the following sentences is written correctly?

a) You was very late.

b) They is going to the beach.

c) He dont like coffee.

d) She has a new job.

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