This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Discourse Markers – Quiz 14 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Discourse Markers Quiz 14 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Which discourse marker is used to express uncertainty? A) Clearly . B) In conclusion . C) I'm not sure, but . D) For example . Show Answer Correct Answer: C) I'm not sure, but . 2. ..... e-mail is an efficient way to communicate, some companies are using other messaging services. A) However. B) Although. C) Both. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Although. 3. After completing the project, the team celebrated their success ..... taking a well-deserved break. A) By. B) Or. C) Before. D) Currently. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) By. 4. Many British TV shows are remade in other countries ..... , their influence is global. A) Basically. B) That is to say. C) After all. D) In fact. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) That is to say. 5. How can discourse markers help in maintaining the flow of a presentation? A) By confusing the audience with irrelevant information. B) By signaling transitions between ideas, highlighting important points, and engaging the audience. C) By making the presentation too long and boring. D) By causing the audience to lose interest and stop paying attention. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By signaling transitions between ideas, highlighting important points, and engaging the audience. 6. Name a commonly used discourse marker to show addition or continuation. A) However. B) Therefore. C) And. D) But. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) And. 7. Identify the discourse marker in the following sentence:'In conclusion, I would like to emphasize the importance of this issue.' A) On the other hand,. B) In the middle,. C) In conclusion,. D) Firstly,. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In conclusion,. 8. ..... she studied hard for the exam, she didn't get the grade she hoped for ..... , she remained optimistic about her future tests. A) Although / despite. B) Because / however. C) Even though / Nevertheless. D) Despite / in spite of. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Even though / Nevertheless. 9. Maria loves outdoor activities; ..... , her sister prefers indoor hobbies. A) Whereas. B) In any case. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Whereas. 10. Which discourse marker completes the sentence with contrast? "The restaurant was crowded ..... , the service was surprisingly fast." A) As a result. B) For example. C) Furthermore. D) However. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) However. 11. " ..... , let's move on to the next topic on our agenda:the financial report." A) Briefly. B) So, where was I?. C) Leaving aside. D) Turning to. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Turning to. 12. Though social media helps us to communicate with other people, it can also change how we see ourselves. A) SIMILARITY. B) DIFFERENCE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) DIFFERENCE. 13. ..... being incredibly busy with her job, she found time to volunteer at the local animal shelter every weekend. A) Even though. B) In spite of. C) Although. D) However. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In spite of. 14. She likes to exercise every day; (a), she eats a balanced diet. A) A. moreover. B) Despite that. C) On the other hand. D) Nevertheless. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. moreover. 15. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?Laila's mother-in-law was a very stubborn woman ..... , Laila grew to like her and respect her. A) However. B) Nevertheless. C) Consequently. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Consequently. 16. Explain how 'yet' can be used to introduce a contrasting idea. A) 'Yet' can be used to show that despite a certain expectation, an opposing idea or fact exists. B) 'Yet' indicates a time-related event. C) 'Yet' is used to confirm a previous statement. D) 'Yet' is synonymous with 'and' in a sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 'Yet' can be used to show that despite a certain expectation, an opposing idea or fact exists. 17. Which discourse marker best fits the sentence?'I love outdoor activities; ..... , my sister prefers staying indoors.' A) In contrast. B) For instance. C) Moreover. D) As a result. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) In contrast. 18. The project was delayed ..... unforeseen circumstances. A) Due to. B) Owing to. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Due to. 19. " ..... your last question, I believe the project will be completed on time." A) With reference to. B) Briefly. C) Leaving aside. D) In parenthesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) With reference to. 20. ..... , we cannot go forward with our plan to go to Italy. A) Regrettably. B) Though. C) Meanwhile. D) Preferably. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Regrettably. 21. " ..... , we were discussing the main reasons behind climate change before the interruption." A) So, where was I?. B) Overleaf. C) Well then. D) With reference to. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) So, where was I?. 22. ..... , the exhibition was a success, although some critics were not impressed. A) On the whole. B) More to the point. C) Granted. D) Mind you. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) On the whole. 23. Which discourse marker is used in the sentence:'Likewise, the secondary sources also confirm the primary data.'? A) Likewise. B) Moreover. C) Similarly. D) Hence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Likewise. 24. ..... , renting might be more expensive than buying in the long run. A) At the end of the day. B) In other words. C) In any case. D) In fact. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In other words. 25. Ed Sheeran started as a street performer ..... , now he sells out stadiums. A) All in all. B) In fact. C) Anyway. D) By the way. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Anyway. 26. What is the discourse marker in the sentence:'To sum up, the research study provides valuable insights into the topic.'? A) To sum up,. B) Furthermore,. C) In conclusion,. D) In summary,. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To sum up,. 27. John is an introvert; ..... , he doesn't feel comfortable in parties. A) Whereas. B) Namely. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Namely. 28. ..... the bad weather, we decided to hang out indoors for the day. A) Because. B) As a result. C) Owing to. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Owing to. 29. The professor said, "For a more detailed explanation of this theory, I would like to ..... Chapter 5 of your textbook." A) Leaving aside. B) Refer you to. C) Turn to. D) Overleaf. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Refer you to. 30. He claimed he was innocent; ..... , the evidence suggested otherwise. A) In spite of. B) However. C) Even though. D) Despite. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) However. 31. Which discourse marker would best fit in this sentence? "I didn't see him at the party. (a), I don't think he was there at all." A) A. However. B) Therefore. C) As a result. D) In addition. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. However. 32. He pursued his dream of becoming a musician, ..... his parents wanted him to become an engineer. A) Nevertheless. B) Even though. C) Because. D) However. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Even though. 33. Provide an example of 'in spite of' in a contrasting context. A) In spite of the low attendance, the meeting was a success. B) In spite of the sunny weather, the picnic was canceled. C) In spite of the heavy rain, the event continued as planned. D) In spite of the loud music, everyone enjoyed the concert. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In spite of the heavy rain, the event continued as planned. 34. Some people believe younger people are not as polite ..... , it is simply because polite behavior changes over time. A) Likewise. B) However. C) Though. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) However. 35. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?The project had to be abandoned ..... a lack of funding. A) Owing to. B) Due to. C) Because. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Because. 36. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?He has a well-paid job, ..... he never seems to have any money. A) But. B) Yet. C) Since. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Since. 37. Since we have to stay inside, why not go on a virtual museum tour. ..... what else do you have to do today, ..... practice your English? A) That is to say, apart. B) Anyway, besides. C) After all, besides. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) After all, besides. 38. What discourse marker can connect ideas in two different sentences and give further information? A) As a matter of a fact. B) In any case. C) Conversely. D) Owing to. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) As a matter of a fact. 39. What is the difference between 'however' and 'although'? A) 'However' is used to introduce a list, while 'although' is used for examples. B) 'However' and 'although' are synonyms. C) 'However' indicates contrast, while 'although' indicates concession. D) 'However' indicates agreement, while 'although' indicates certainty. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 'However' indicates contrast, while 'although' indicates concession. 40. Which of the following is not a discourse marker used to show contrast? A) Moreover. B) In spite of. C) However. D) Nonetheless. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Moreover. 41. The conference was scheduled to start at nine in the morning; ..... , most participants arrived late due to heavy traffic in the city. A) Even though. B) Despite. C) In spite of. D) However. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) However. 42. You can't use discourse markers in both spoken and written English A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 43. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?After his accident, my brother had to sell his car ..... he couldn't afford the insurance. A) As. B) Since. C) Due to. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Due to. 44. The weather was particularly harsh this winter; ..... , many businesses had to close temporarily. A) Nevertheless. B) On the other hand. C) As a result. D) In addition. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) As a result. 45. When do we use the discourse marker 'mind you'? A) To give an afterthought that contrasts the information that came before. B) To change topic. C) To change direction and talk about something not connected to the main topic. D) To summarise what we're going to say. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To give an afterthought that contrasts the information that came before. 46. What is the discourse marker in the sentence:'Subsequently, the participants were asked to complete a questionnaire.'? A) Subsequently. B) Consequently. C) Initially. D) Afterwards. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Subsequently. 47. The book is well-written ..... , it presents a clear argument and uses strong evidence. A) Briefly. B) With reference to. C) That is to say. D) Overleaf. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Briefly. 48. ..... , the tickets for the opera are expensive, but the experience is worth every penny. A) Incidentally. B) Admittedly. C) By and large. D) Regarding. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Admittedly. 49. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible? ..... being the better player, Richard ended up losing the match. A) In spite of. B) Even though. C) Despite. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Even though. 50. What is the purpose of using discourse markers in presentations? A) To bore the audience and make the presentation unengaging. B) To organize the presentation, signal transitions, and engage the audience. C) To confuse the audience and make the presentation disorganized. D) To signal transitions and organize the presentation, but not to engage the audience. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To organize the presentation, signal transitions, and engage the audience. 51. He managed to graduate with honors ..... the personal challenges he faced throughout his college years. A) However. B) Even though. C) Because. D) Despite. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Despite. 52. ..... frequent floods, residents continue to build new houses near the coast. A) Though. B) Even though. C) In spite of. D) Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In spite of. 53. I know I said that I will not vote for James, but ..... , now I think about it, his ideas weren't so bad either. A) On top of it. B) Regrettably. C) Actually. D) Also. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Actually. 54. The UK is famous for its tea culture ..... , it's a big part of daily life there. A) All in all. B) Obviously. C) By the way. D) Anyway. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Obviously. 55. List three commonly used discourse markers in English. A) Well, so, however. B) Up, Down, Left. C) Yes, No, Maybe. D) Apple, Banana, Orange. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Well, so, however. 56. Normal people, like celebrities, often share photos on social media. A) SIMILARITY. B) DIFFERENCE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) SIMILARITY. 57. Complete this sentence: "There wasn't much to do, ..... we went home" A) Fortunately. B) Because. C) Even though. D) So. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Fortunately. 58. ..... I know, the UK has hosted Eurovision eight times. A) After all. B) As far as. C) At least. D) Basically. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) As far as. 59. We had better stay at home ..... get a fine from the police. A) So as to. B) So as not to. C) In order to avoid. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) So as not to. 60. ..... being the CEO of a successful company, Nancy was always a humble, down-to-earth person. A) Although. B) Despite. C) However. D) Even though. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Despite. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesDiscourse Markers Quiz 1Discourse Markers Quiz 2Discourse Markers Quiz 3Discourse Markers Quiz 4Discourse Markers Quiz 5Discourse Markers Quiz 6Discourse Markers Quiz 7Discourse Markers Quiz 8 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books