This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Discourse Markers – Quiz 12 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Discourse Markers Quiz 12 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. In the article, the author critiques existing urban policies ..... , he offers alternative solutions to address housing shortages. A) So to speak. B) Leaving aside. C) Turning to. D) Overleaf. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Turning to. 2. ..... she had seen the film three times, she couldn't remember what it was about. A) In spite of the fact that. B) In spite of. C) Despite of the fact that. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) In spite of the fact that. 3. Select the sentence with the correct use of a discourse marker showing cause and effect: A) She studied hard; therefore, she passed the exam. B) She studied hard; similarly, she passed the exam. C) She studied hard; furthermore, she passed the exam. D) She studied hard; however, she passed the exam. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) She studied hard; therefore, she passed the exam. 4. Which discourse marker is used to introduce a contrast between two ideas? A) Moreover. B) Furthermore. C) However. D) Consequently. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) However. 5. Identify the discourse marker in the following sentence:'Moreover, the research findings support the hypothesis.' A) In conclusion. B) On the other hand. C) Moreover. D) However. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Moreover. 6. Choose the correct phrasal verb to complete the sentence: "Please remember to ..... the lights when you leave the room." A) Turn up. B) Turn down. C) Turn off. D) Turn on. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Turn off. 7. You can find additional exercises on this topic ..... A) That is to say. B) So to speak. C) Overleaf. D) In parenthesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Overleaf. 8. We continued with the meeting ..... the fire alarm went off. A) Although. B) Even though. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Even though. 9. Explain the purpose of discourse markers in communication. A) To confuse the listener. B) To provide irrelevant information. C) To signal the relationship between different parts of a conversation or text, and to help organize and structure the communication. D) To emphasize the main points. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To signal the relationship between different parts of a conversation or text, and to help organize and structure the communication. 10. Explain how you would use the discourse marker 'furthermore' in a speaking task about the advantages of technology. A) You can use 'furthermore' to add another advantage of technology after discussing the initial advantages. B) You can use 'furthermore' to conclude the discussion about technology. C) You can use 'furthermore' to change the topic away from technology. D) You can use 'furthermore' to introduce a disadvantage of technology. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) You can use 'furthermore' to add another advantage of technology after discussing the initial advantages. 11. What is the correct discourse marker for buying time to answer questions? A) That's a good question. B) What do you mean by ?. C) However . D) To put it another way. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) That's a good question. 12. The Beatles influenced music worldwide ..... , they remain one of the greatest bands in history. A) All in all. B) Obviously. C) Anyway. D) That is to say. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) All in all. 13. Sales have increased over the last six months ..... we will be taking on five new employees. A) So. B) Therefore. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Therefore. 14. ..... the heavy traffic, I managed to arrive at the airport on time. A) As a matter of fact. B) Despite. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Despite. 15. ..... , can you believe I've never learned to swim? A) Mind you. B) In fact. C) Actually. D) In other words. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Mind you. 16. The report discusses various economic issues ..... the inflation rate, it has been steadily increasing over the past year. A) So to speak. B) Turning to. C) Briefly. D) With reference to. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) With reference to. 17. What does 'conversely' imply when used in a sentence? A) It denotes a sequence of events. B) It implies a contrast or opposite relationship. C) It suggests a cause-and-effect relationship. D) It indicates a similar relationship. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It implies a contrast or opposite relationship. 18. On the contrary, A) Adding. B) Concluding. C) Contrasting. D) Sequencing. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Contrasting. 19. ..... feeling exhausted after a full day of classes and extracurricular activities, the students volunteered to help organize the school festival. A) Nevertheless. B) Despite. C) Eventhough. D) Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Despite. 20. When do we use the discourse marker 'come to think of it'? A) To change topic. B) To indicate that you've just remembered or thought of something as you're speaking. C) To give an afterthought that contrasts the information that came before. D) To summarise what we're going to say. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To indicate that you've just remembered or thought of something as you're speaking. 21. Identify the discourse marker in the following sentence:'On the other hand, some people argue that technology has more benefits than drawbacks.' A) In addition. B) On the other hand. C) For example. D) In conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) On the other hand. 22. (a) it was raining, they decided to go hiking. A) In addition. B) For example. C) Nevertheless. D) A. Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A. Although. 23. What does the discourse marker 'as I was saying' indicate? A) I'm going to change topic now. B) I'm going to return to what I was talking about before. C) I'm going to give some information that you already know. D) I'm going to change direction and talk about something not connected to the main topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) I'm going to return to what I was talking about before. 24. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?There's little chance that we will change the company director's mind ..... , it's important that we try. A) However. B) Nevertheless. C) Therefore. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Therefore. 25. ..... older and younger generations are affected by social media. A) Though. B) Like. C) Both. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Both. 26. Choose the sentence with the correct use of "like" versus "as": A) She works as professional should. B) She works as a professional. C) She works like a professional. D) She works like a professional should. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) She works like a professional. 27. Give an example of a discourse marker used to show cause or reason. A) Meanwhile. B) On the other hand. C) For example, 'therefore' or 'as a result'. D) In conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) For example, 'therefore' or 'as a result'. 28. What is the purpose of the discourse marker 'anyway'? A) To indicate that I'm going to change direction and talk about something not connected to the main topic. B) To return to what I was talking about before. C) To change topic. D) To summarise what we're going to say. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To change topic. 29. Which discourse marker would be appropriate to show cause and effect? A) Conversely. B) Whereas. C) Meanwhile. D) Thus. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Thus. 30. ..... , I'm not sure if I can come to your party next weekend. A) In other words. B) In fact. C) Actually. D) In any case. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) In any case. 31. On the one hand, social media makes our world more connected than ever.On the other hand, it also makes many people feel less sociable. A) SIMILARITY. B) DIFFERENCE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) DIFFERENCE. 32. Choose the better optionThe roads were closed ..... heavy snowfall. A) Due to. B) Owing to. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Owing to. 33. The novel was lengthy and complex; ..... the plot twists kept the readers hooked. A) However. B) Because. C) In spite of. D) Despite. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) However. 34. In spite of (the fact), A) Contrasting. B) Sequencing. C) Concluding. D) Adding. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Contrasting. 35. The researcher proposed several theories regarding climate change ..... , the role of industrial emissions has been a central focus of recent studies. A) With reference to. B) Briefly. C) Overleaf. D) That is to say. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) With reference to. 36. Identify the discourse marker in the following sentence:'However, I believe that we should consider other options.' A) Therefore. B) On the other hand. C) However. D) In conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) However. 37. In southern Europe, meetings are likely to start with a long conversation not related to work ..... , in Latin America, it is common to speak about your private life first, before discussing business. A) Both. B) Equally. C) However. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Equally. 38. He is an incredibly talented pianist ..... , he only started taking lessons three years ago. A) On the whole. B) Regarding. C) Mind you. D) In light of. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Mind you. 39. Which discourse marker is appropriate for agreement? A) If you ask me. B) To put it another way. C) Absolutely!. D) Let me see . Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Absolutely!. 40. Identify the sentence that correctly uses a gerund: A) She enjoys to swim in the ocean. B) Swimming is her favorite activity. C) She enjoys swim in the ocean. D) To swim is her favorite activity. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Swimming is her favorite activity. 41. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?I decided to extend my holiday ..... it meant I would have to ask for some unpaid leave. A) Although. B) In case. C) Even though. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In case. 42. He missed his flight ..... he overslept. A) Owing to. B) Due to. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Due to. 43. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?We accept full responsibility for the error and ..... wish to offer you a full refund. A) Nevertheless. B) Consequently. C) Therefore. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Nevertheless. 44. One Direction may not have won The X Factor ..... , they became more famous than the winners. A) In fact. B) At least. C) After all. D) Basically. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) In fact. 45. Use 'on the other hand' in a sentence to show contrast. A) I prefer reading books; in contrast, my sister loves watching movies. B) I love hiking in the mountains; on the other hand, my friend prefers relaxing on the beach. C) I like to cook at home; similarly, my partner enjoys dining out. D) I enjoy swimming in the ocean; however, my brother dislikes water activities. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) I love hiking in the mountains; on the other hand, my friend prefers relaxing on the beach. 46. Which of the following discourse markers would you use to give an example? A) Nevertheless. B) Although. C) In contrast. D) For instance. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) For instance. 47. Which discourse marker can conclude the sentence? " ..... all things considered, I think we made the right decision." A) Therefore. B) In conclusion. C) Consequently. D) Nonetheless. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In conclusion. 48. I don't think I can attend the debut tonight ..... , I'm not a big fan of experimental theater. A) Mind you. B) In any case. C) More to the point. D) Incidentally. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In any case. 49. Identify the contrast in this sentence:'She loves ice cream; nevertheless, she is lactose intolerant.' A) She dislikes ice cream and is lactose intolerant. B) She loves ice cream; however, she can eat it without issues. C) She loves ice cream but is lactose intolerant. D) She enjoys ice cream but avoids it because of its taste. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) She loves ice cream but is lactose intolerant. 50. I tried calling you several times; (a), I couldn't reach you. A) A. however. B) For instance. C) In addition. D) Thus. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. however. 51. Choose the sentence that correctly uses an adverb of manner: A) He solved the problem in a quickly way. B) He quickly solved the problem. C) He did solve the problem quickness. D) He solved the problem quick. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) He quickly solved the problem. 52. Find the discourse marker in this sentence:'In summary, the key points of the argument have been outlined.' A) In conclusion,. B) Overall,. C) In summary,. D) To summarize,. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In summary,. 53. She continued training every day ..... her injury caused her constant pain and the doctor advised her to rest. A) Even though. B) However. C) Nevertheless. D) Nonetheless. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Even though. 54. The author included additional remarks ..... A) Briefly. B) Overleaf. C) In parenthesis. D) Way out. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In parenthesis. 55. ..... the recent drop in museum attendance, the board has decided to reduce entry fees. A) Admittedly. B) In light of. C) Incidentally. D) As a matter of fact. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In light of. 56. How do discourse markers help in organizing speech or writing? A) They have no impact on the organization of speech or writing. B) They create confusion and disrupt the flow of speech or writing. C) They are only used for decorative purposes in speech or writing. D) They signal relationships between ideas, indicate transitions, and guide the listener or reader through the conversation or text. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) They signal relationships between ideas, indicate transitions, and guide the listener or reader through the conversation or text. 57. The historian describes the political landscape of the early 20th century as a complex ..... , shaped by economic instability and ideological conflicts. A) In parenthesis. B) Turning to. C) Way out. D) State of affairs. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) State of affairs. 58. She has been working at the company for 5 years, ..... she has gained a lot of experience in the industry. A) So. B) And. C) But. D) Also. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) But. 59. What is the discourse marker in the sentence:'Nonetheless, the data collected remains inconclusive.'? A) However. B) Nonetheless. C) Nevertheless. D) Furthermore. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Nonetheless. 60. I did not enjoy the movie ..... , the cinematography was stunning, but the plot was weak. A) More to the point. B) To be fair. C) Incidentally. D) As far as. 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