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Intensifiers And Articles – Quiz 1
Intensifiers And Articles Quiz 1 (8 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the proper usage of articles and intensifiers in descriptive sentences. It focuses on choosing correct indefinite and definite articles based on context, as well as determining appropriate intensifiers to emphasize quality or quantity. The test also covers the grammatical structure of adjectives and their role in describing nouns.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
James has ..... much money that he could actually buy that Ferrari
A) Such.
B) So.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
"Such" is typically used before a noun, while "so" can be used with an adjective followed by that. In the given sentence, "much money" is an adjective phrase modifying the noun "money," and it should be followed by "that." Therefore, "So" is the correct choice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Such is used before a noun, not with adjectives.
Option B:
Correct. So can be used with an adjective followed by that.
Option C:
All the above is incorrect because "Such" does not fit here.
Option D:
None of the above is incorrect as "So" fits correctly in this sentence.
2.
It's raining.Pick up ..... umbrella which is on ..... wall.
A) AN / A.
B) A / THE.
C) THE / AN.
D) AN / THE.
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Explanations:
The sentence "It's raining.Pick up ..... umbrella which is on ..... wall." requires the use of an indefinite article ("an" or "a") for "umbrella" because it refers to any umbrella, not a specific one. The word "the" is used for "wall" as it specifies a particular wall in the context.
Option D) AN / THE is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect; uses "a" instead of "an".
Option B:
Incorrect; uses "the" for "umbrella", which should be indefinite.
Option C:
Incorrect; uses "the" for both, which is wrong for "umbrella".
Option D:
Correct; uses "an" and "the" appropriately.
3.
I heard ..... news on ..... radio about ..... European person.
A) A / THE / AN.
B) THE / THE / A.
C) A / THE / AN.
D) A / THE / A.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) THE / THE / A.
In the sentence, "THE" is used before "news" because it refers to a specific piece of news that was heard on a particular radio station. "THE" is also used for "radio" as it specifies a certain radio broadcast or program. Lastly, "A" is appropriate for "European person" since it introduces a general category (a European individual) without specifying any particular one.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect because "A" should be used before "European person."
Option B:
Correct as explained.
Option C:
Incorrect for the same reason as Option A.
Option D:
Incorrect because "A" is needed instead of "THE" before "European person."
4.
Jerry had never seen ..... high mountains. He thought they were spectacular.
A) So.
B) Such.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option B ("Such") is correct because "such" can be used to emphasize the quality of something, often followed by a noun. In this sentence, "such high mountains" emphasizes how impressive Jerry found the mountains without directly using an adjective.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"So" is typically used with adjectives or adverbs and does not fit well in this context.
Option B:
"Such" correctly emphasizes the quality of the mountains, making it the right choice here.
Option C:
"All the above" is incorrect because only "such" fits properly in this sentence.
Option D:
"None of the above" is incorrect as "such" does fit correctly in this context.
5.
I saw ..... accident in ..... morning ..... car crashed into ..... wall ..... driver of ..... car wasn't hurt, but ..... car was badly damaged.
A) THE / THE / A / THE / A / THE / THE.
B) THE / THE / A / THE / A / AN / THE.
C) AN / THE / THE / A / THE / AN / THE.
D) AN / THE / THE / THE / THE / THE / THE.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) AN / THE / THE / THE / THE / THE / THE.
In the sentence, "I saw an accident in the morning a car crashed into the wall. The driver of the car wasn't hurt, but the car was badly damaged," we use:
- "an" before "accident" because it starts with a vowel sound.
- "the" for "morning," "car," and "wall" as they refer to specific instances.
- "the" again for "driver of the car" and "car" to indicate the same car mentioned earlier.
This usage demonstrates proper article selection, including the use of indefinite ("an") and definite ("the") articles in context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect due to inappropriate article usage.
Option B:
Incorrect for similar reasons as Option A.
Option C:
Incorrect because of improper article selection, especially with "an" before "accident."
Option D:
Correct as explained above.
6.
She is ..... funny! She always makes me laugh.
A) So.
B) Such.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
"Such" is typically used before a noun, while "so" can be used both before adjectives and to emphasize the extent of an adjective. In this sentence, we are using "funny," which is an adjective, but it's not followed by a noun. Therefore, "such" would not fit grammatically.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "So" is the appropriate intensifier to emphasize the degree of funniness.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Such" should be used before a noun, not an adjective in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. Both options A and B are incorrect individually; thus, C is also wrong.
Option D:
Incorrect. The correct answer can be identified as option A.
7.
Harry up, I have ..... appointment in ..... hospital in ..... hour.
A) THE / THE AN.
B) AN / A / THE.
C) THE / A / AN.
D) AN / THE / AN.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) AN / THE / AN.
In the phrase "Harry up, I have..... appointment in..... hospital in..... hour," we need to use an indefinite article ("an") before "appointment" because it introduces a non-specific event. The definite article ("the") precedes "hospital" as it refers to a specific hospital that is known or previously mentioned. Lastly, "hour" requires the indefinite article "an" if referring to a general time period (e.g., an hour from now).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect for using "THE" before "appointment."
Option B:
Incorrect for not using the correct article before "hospital."
Option C:
Incorrect for using "A" instead of "AN" before "hour."
Option D:
Correct as explained.
8.
He didn't do ..... work to pass the exam.
A) Enough.
B) Too.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The phrase "He didn't do enough work to pass the exam" indicates that the amount of work was insufficient for passing the exam. The word "enough" is used here as an intensifier to emphasize the insufficiency of the work done.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Enough" is the appropriate intensifier in this context, indicating that the amount of work was insufficient.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Too" would imply an excess of work, which does not fit the context where the work done was inadequate.
Option C:
Incorrect. "All the above" is incorrect because only one option (A) is correct.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are intensifiers in English grammar?
Intensifiers are words that modify or emphasize the meaning of other words, often making a description stronger. Examples include very, really, and extremely.
How do articles function in sentences?
Articles are determiners that specify whether a noun is specific or general. The definite article "the" refers to something particular, while the indefinite articles "a" and "an" refer to any one of a group.
Can intensifiers be used with both singular and plural nouns?
Yes, intensifiers can modify both singular and plural nouns. For example, "very happy" (singular) and "really beautiful flowers" (plural).
Are there any rules for using articles with intensifiers?
There are no strict rules, but generally, intensifiers precede the article. For example, "a very interesting book" or "the really important meeting." The order can vary based on emphasis and style.
How do intensifiers and articles work together in a sentence?
Intensifiers and articles often work together to provide more specific or emphatic information. For example, "the very important document" uses both an article and an intensifier to highlight the significance of the noun.