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English Quiz Questions to Test Your Language Skills (15 Qs)

Quick, free English language skills quiz. Instant feedback on answers.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Hodo MohamudUpdated Aug 24, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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This English language quiz helps you check grammar, vocabulary, usage, and spelling in 15 quick questions with instant feedback. Review mistakes, see correct answers, and track your progress as you aim for a higher score. For more practice, try the english articles quiz, grammar and vocabulary quiz, or the basic english grammar quiz.

Which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?
The list of items be on the desk.
The list of items are on the desk.
The list of items am on the desk.
The list of items is on the desk.
The subject "list" is singular, so the verb "is" agrees in number. The other options either use a plural verb or incorrect verb forms.
Which word means 'to run quickly'?
stroll
wander
sprint
saunter
"Sprint" means to run at full speed over a short distance. The other options imply slower or leisurely movement.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
My brother, who lives in New York is visiting.
My brother who lives in New York is visiting.
My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting.
My brother who lives in New York, is visiting.
The nonrestrictive clause "who lives in New York" should be set off by commas. The other sentences omit or misplace commas.
What does the idiom 'under the weather' mean?
Feeling elated.
Experiencing bad weather.
Being outdoors.
Feeling ill.
"Under the weather" is an idiom meaning feeling unwell or sick. It does not refer to actual weather conditions.
Which of the following is the correct spelling?
recive
receeve
recieve
receive
The word "receive" follows the "i before e except after c" rule. The other spellings are incorrect variants.
Neither the manager nor the employees _____ responsible for the delay.
is
are
were
was
With subjects joined by 'nor,' the verb agrees with the nearest subject. Here 'employees' is plural, so 'are' is correct.
Which word best fits the sentence: 'She performed the task with _____ attention to detail.'?
spontaneous
indifferent
ambiguous
meticulous
"Meticulous" means showing great attention to detail. The other options do not convey careful precision.
Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?
I have a big test tomorrow, I can't go out tonight.
I have a big test tomorrow; and I can't go out tonight.
I have a big test tomorrow. I; can't go out tonight.
I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.
A semicolon correctly joins two related independent clauses without a conjunction. The other options misuse punctuation.
In the sentence 'He decided to let the cat out of the bag,' what does the idiom mean?
To free an animal.
To fill a container.
To adopt a pet.
To reveal a secret.
"Let the cat out of the bag" is an idiom meaning to reveal something that was intended to be kept secret.
Which sentence is the most coherent and clear?
She being tired she finished her work.
She was tired; she finished her work.
Although she was tired, but she finished her work.
She was tired, she finished her work.
The semicolon correctly links two related independent clauses without a conjunction. The first uses redundant conjunction, the third is a comma splice, and the fourth lacks proper structure.
Which sentence corrects the dangling modifier in 'After reading the book, the movie was disappointing.'?
After reading the book, I found the movie disappointing.
I found the movie disappointing after reading the book.
After reading the book, the movie disappointed me.
The movie was disappointing after reading the book.
Option A properly attaches the action of reading to the correct subject 'I.' The other options leave the movie as the one doing the reading or are unclear.
Which word best completes the sentence: 'His _____ allowed him to invent new solutions to old problems.'
ingenuity
obliquity
ingenuousness
immunity
"Ingenuity" means cleverness in solving problems. The other options have different meanings unrelated to innovation.
Which of the following correctly uses an apostrophe?
The child'srens playground is closed.
The childrens' playground is closed.
The children's playground is closed.
The childrens playground's is closed.
The plural possessive of 'children' is 'children's.' The other choices misplace or misuse the apostrophe.
What does the idiom 'hit the ground running' mean?
Return to a starting point.
Trip over an object.
Delay making progress.
Start something energetically.
"Hit the ground running" means to begin an activity with immediate energy and efficiency. The other interpretations are incorrect.
Which of the following is the correct spelling?
acomodate
accommodate
acommodate
accommadate
"Accommodate" has two c's and two m's. The other forms are common misspellings.
Choose the sentence that correctly uses the subjunctive mood.
If I was you, I would apologize.
If I am you, I would apologize.
If I were you, I would apologize.
If I have been you, I would apologize.
In hypothetical statements contrary to fact, English uses the subjunctive 'were' instead of 'was.' The other options misuse tense or mood.
Which sentence correctly punctuates a list whose items contain internal commas?
The conference has attendees from Paris, France; Tokyo, Japan; and Sydney, Australia.
The conference has attendees from Paris; France, Tokyo; Japan, and Sydney; Australia.
The conference has attendees from Paris; France, Tokyo; Japan and Sydney; Australia.
The conference has attendees from Paris, France, Tokyo, Japan, and Sydney, Australia.
Semicolons separate list items that contain commas. The first option correctly uses semicolons for clarity.
What does the idiom 'kick the can down the road' mean?
To perform a simple task.
To physically kick a can forward.
To initiate a process promptly.
To delay dealing with an issue.
"Kick the can down the road" means to postpone or delay addressing a problem. The other choices take the phrase literally or invert its meaning.
Identify the corrected version of this run-on sentence: 'She loves reading she goes to the library every week.'
She loves reading; and she goes to the library every week.
She loves reading, she goes to the library every week.
She loves reading she, goes to the library every week.
She loves reading, and she goes to the library every week.
A comma plus coordinating conjunction correctly joins two independent clauses. The other options either leave a run-on or misuse punctuation.
Which of the following is the correct spelling?
conscientiouss
conscentious
conscientious
consciencious
"Conscientious" is spelled with 'sci' and a single 'i' after the 't.' The other options contain extra or misplaced letters.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify correct grammar structures in sentences
  2. Analyze word usage and vocabulary context
  3. Apply punctuation rules effectively
  4. Demonstrate understanding of idiomatic expressions
  5. Evaluate sentence coherence and clarity
  6. Master key spelling conventions and rules

Cheat Sheet

  1. Master Subject-Verb Agreement - Make sure your subject and verb are best friends in number and person so your sentences don't stumble. Try swapping singular and plural forms out loud to hear the rhythm.
  2. Understand Commonly Confused Words - Words like "affect" and "effect" love to play practical jokes on your writing, so learn to spot which role each one plays. Practice with silly sentences like "The cookie bakery affected my mood by showing off its effect on my waistline."
  3. Apply Punctuation Correctly - Punctuation marks are like traffic signals guiding your readers smoothly down the sentence highway. Use commas to create natural pauses and semicolons to connect related thoughts without merging them into a run-on. Be playful - try adding a dash for dramatic effect next time you list your favorite pizza toppings!
  4. Recognize and Use Idiomatic Expressions - Idiomatic expressions add zest and flavor to your writing, but their meanings aren't always literal - don't try to actually spill beans in the cafeteria. Learn quirky phrases like "break a leg" so you sound like a native speaker at the next English party.
  5. Ensure Sentence Coherence and Clarity - Keep your sentences clear and focused by avoiding run-ons and fragments that leave readers gasping or yawning. Think of each sentence as a smooth roller coaster ride - no sudden drops or missing tracks!
  6. Master Spelling Conventions - Watch out for sneaky spelling rules like "i before e except after c" and memorize common exceptions such as "weird" or "science". A quick dictionary check can save your homework from embarrassing red marks.
  7. Use Articles Appropriately - Titles like "The Amazing Article Quiz" are great, but knowing when to use "a," "an," or "the" makes your writing truly shine. Remember, "an" glides before vowel sounds while "a" rolls before consonants - just like picking between chocolate ice cream or strawberry!
  8. Differentiate Between Active and Passive Voice - Active voice energizes your sentences and points the spotlight directly at the doer of the action. While passive voice isn't evil - it can be handy when you want to focus on the action or sound more formal.
  9. Understand Verb Tenses - Keep a timeline in your mind so your verbs march in order: present simple for timeless facts, past simple for adventures that are done, and present perfect for memories that still matter. Practicing with fun diary entries helps lock in these patterns so you'll never mix up "I eat," "I ate," and "I have eaten" again.
  10. Recognize Sentence Types - Mixing up declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentences spices up your writing like a varied playlist. Try asking a question, giving a command, making a statement, and shouting an exclamation - all in one paragraph - for maximum impact!
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