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Interrogative Determiners – Quiz 1
Interrogative Determiners Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the understanding of interrogative determiners and their role in forming questions, including subject-verb agreement, temporal adverbs, and future tense based on conditions. It also tests skills such as identifying correct definitions using interrogative determiners and organizing events in a narrative.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
..... car is parking in front of your house?
A) What.
B) Which.
C) Whose.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "..... car is parking in front of your house?" requires an interrogative determiner to specify whose car it is. The correct answer is
C) Whose.
Using "Whose" makes the question clear and grammatically correct, as it asks about ownership.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect; "What" does not indicate possession or ownership.
Option B:
Incorrect; "Which" is used to choose between options, not for asking about ownership.
Option C:
Correct; "Whose" asks about the owner of the car.
Option D:
Incorrect; "None of above" is not applicable since one option (C) is correct.
2.
Which of the following things is an example of 'baggage'?
A) A suitcase.
B) A train.
C) An airport.
D) A ticket.
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Explanations:
A suitcase is an example of 'baggage' because it is a container used to carry personal belongings when traveling, which falls under the category of baggage in travel contexts.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. A suitcase is a common form of baggage.
Option B:
Incorrect. A train is a mode of transportation, not baggage.
Option C:
Incorrect. An airport is a place where travelers go but not considered baggage itself.
Option D:
Incorrect. A ticket is used for travel but does not constitute baggage.
3.
Choose the best short answer.Do Frogs have tails? (Frogs do not have tails)
A) No, It isn't.
B) No, It doesn't.
C) No, They aren't.
D) No, They don't.
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Explanations:
Option D is correct because it uses the proper interrogative determiner "they" to refer to frogs, and the verb "don't" correctly negates the existence of tails in a plural subject context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. Uses "isn't" which is not appropriate for the plural subject "frogs."
Option B:
Incorrect. Uses "doesn't" which is grammatically incorrect for a plural subject.
Option C:
Incorrect. Uses "aren't" which incorrectly negates the existence of tails in a plural context.
Option D:
Correct. Proper use of "they don't" to negate the presence of tails for multiple frogs.
4.
..... runner is te winner?
A) What.
B) Which.
C) Whose.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
"Which" is the correct interrogative determiner to use in this context because it introduces a question asking for identification of a single winner from a group, which aligns with the sentence "runner is the winner?".
Option Analysis:
Option A:
What does not fit grammatically as it would require a different type of clause.
Option B:
Which is correct for identifying a specific item from a group, fitting here perfectly.
Option C:
Whose asks about possession and does not fit the context.
Option D:
Not applicable as "Which" fits correctly.
5.
..... one is better between these?
A) What.
B) Which.
C) Whose.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
Option B) Which is the correct answer because "which" is used to ask about a choice between two or more options, making it suitable for this context where one option is being compared to others.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
What is typically used to ask about identity or content rather than selection.
Option B:
Which is correct as explained above.
Option C:
Whose is used to inquire about ownership, not for making a choice between options.
Option D:
Not applicable since one option (which) fits the context perfectly.
6.
..... IT ..... the production plant system passwords?
A) Have change.
B) Have changed.
C) Has changed.
D) Has change.
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Explanations:
The sentence is asking about a change in the production plant system passwords, which implies that the action of changing has already occurred and continues to have an effect on the current state. Therefore, "Has changed" (Option C) correctly conveys this idea.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect because it uses a verb form that does not agree with the subject "IT".
Option B:
Incorrect for the same reason as Option A.
Option C:
Correct as explained above.
Option D:
Incorrect because it uses a verb form that does not agree with the subject "IT".
7.
He ..... (not eat) cheese
A) Don't.
B) Doesn't.
C) Not.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "He ..... (not eat) cheese" is in the third-person singular form, so we use the contraction "doesn't". This matches Option B:
Doesn't.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Don't. Incorrect as it's not a contraction for third-person singular.
Option B:
Doesn't. Correct contraction for "does not" in third-person singular.
Option C:
Not. Incorrect as it should be a contraction.
Option D:
None of above. Incorrect as Option B is correct.
8.
To show a chronological event. You use a transitions like:
A) Also, another, like, too, in comparison.
B) First, next, before, now, finally.
C) Besides, in addition, for example, furthermore.
D) As a result, because, since, so, therefore.
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Explanations:
Option B is correct because these transition words and phrases are used to indicate a chronological order, which is essential for showing events in sequence over time. This helps in organizing information logically and making the narrative flow smoothly.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
These transitions are more about adding similar or comparative ideas rather than sequencing events chronologically.
Option B:
Correct, as it includes words that clearly show a sequence of events: "First," "next," "before," "now," and "finally."
Option C:
These transitions are used for adding more information or examples rather than indicating time order.
Option D:
These are causal transitions, used to show cause and effect relationships between events, not chronological order.
9.
My Boss ..... my performance.
A) Appreciation.
B) Appreciating.
C) Appreciates.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "My Boss appreciates my performance" is in the third-person singular present tense, which requires a form of the verb "to appreciate" that matches this structure. The correct form here is "appreciates," making option C the right choice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Appreciation is a noun and does not fit as it would change the sentence to "My Boss appreciation my performance."
Option B:
Appreciating is the gerund form of the verb, which also doesn't fit grammatically in this context.
Option C:
Appreciates is the correct third-person singular present tense form of the verb "to appreciate," fitting perfectly here.
Option D:
None of above would be incorrect since option C fits correctly.
10.
Sandra and Helen ..... their exam as a team.
A) Have done.
B) Has did.
C) Has done.
D) Have did.
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Explanations:
Option A is correct because "Sandra and Helen" are two people, indicating a plural subject which requires the plural verb form "have done". The phrase "as a team" does not change the plurality of the subject.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses plural subject-verb agreement.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Has did" is grammatically incorrect; it should be either "has done" or "have done".
Option C:
Incorrect. "Has done" is singular, while the subject is plural.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Have did" is redundant and incorrect; it should be "have done".
11.
We have a day off ..... week, not this week.
A) At.
B) Last.
C) Next.
D) While.
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Explanations:
The sentence "We have a day off ... week, not this week." indicates that the day off is scheduled for the upcoming week. The correct answer is
C) Next.
This implies that the event will occur in the following week.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
At - Incorrect as it does not indicate a future time frame.
Option B:
Last - Incorrect as it refers to the previous week, which is not mentioned in the sentence.
Option C:
Next - Correct as it indicates the upcoming or following week.
Option D:
While - Incorrect as it does not fit grammatically or contextually with the sentence structure.
12.
We ..... units 1 and 2 succesfully
A) Have completed.
B) Have complete.
C) Has complete.
D) Has completed.
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Explanations:
Option A is correct because "have completed" is the proper form to indicate possession and completion of units, which agrees with the subject "we."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses present perfect tense with appropriate subject-verb agreement.
Option B:
Incorrect. Missing auxiliary verb "have" before "complete."
Option C:
Incorrect. Subject "has" does not agree with plural subject "we."
Option D:
Incorrect. Subject "has" does not agree with plural subject "we," and missing auxiliary verb "have."
13.
Joshua felt asleep ..... the test.
A) Third.
B) During.
C) Finally.
D) On.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) During.
The phrase "Joshua felt asleep during the test" indicates that Joshua fell asleep while he was in the process of taking the test, which means the action of falling asleep occurred within the timeframe of the test.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Third - This option does not fit grammatically or contextually with the sentence.
Option B:
During - Correct. Indicates that Joshua fell asleep while taking the test.
Option C:
Finally - Suggests the test was completed, which contradicts the action of falling asleep during it.
Option D:
On - Incorrect preposition to use in this context; "on" does not fit grammatically or logically with "fell asleep."
14.
I had a great idea ..... I was jogging.
A) While.
B) During.
C) Third.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I had a great idea ..... I was jogging." uses the phrase "while" to indicate that the action of having an idea occurred during the act of jogging. This is correct because "while" is used to show that one event happened at the same time as another.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
While - Correct. Indicates simultaneous actions.
Option B:
During - Incorrect. "During" suggests a longer period, not necessarily simultaneous events.
Option C:
Third - Incorrect. Not a grammatical option for this context.
Option D:
For - Incorrect. "For" is used to indicate duration, not simultaneity in this case.
15.
..... Michael and the designers ..... the new ideas to the committee yet?
A) Have presented.
B) Have present.
C) Has presented.
D) Has present.
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Explanations:
The sentence is a question, and the subject "Michael and the designers" is plural. Therefore, the verb should also be in its plural form. The correct answer is
Option A: Have presented.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses plural 'have' with plural subject 'Michael and the designers'.
Option B:
Incorrect. 'Present' should be conjugated as a verb in its past participle form to match 'have'.
Option C:
Incorrect. Singular 'has' does not agree with plural subject 'Michael and the designers'.
Option D:
Incorrect. 'Present' should be conjugated as a verb in its past participle form to match 'have'.
16.
..... whose hand is holding the pebble?
A) What.
B) Which.
C) Whose.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The question "Whose hand is holding the pebble?" uses an interrogative determiner to ask about ownership, which fits the grammatical structure of a question using "whose." This makes option C) Whose correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
What does not introduce a question about possession.
Option B:
Which is used for choice or identification, not ownership.
Option C:
Whose correctly introduces the question of ownership.
Option D:
None of above is incorrect since option C) is correct.
17.
The marketing manager ..... the questionnaire
A) Has approve.
B) Have approved.
C) Has approved.
D) Have approve.
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Explanations:
"Has approved" is the correct form because it indicates a single subject (the marketing manager) performing an action in the past that has relevance to the present. The verb "approve" should be conjugated as "has approved" for singular subjects.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect due to incorrect verb form.
Option B:
Incorrect due to incorrect verb form and subject-verb agreement.
Option C:
Correct as it uses the proper singular past participle form with the auxiliary "has" for a single subject in present perfect tense.
Option D:
Incorrect due to incorrect verb form.
18.
Ahmad and Rashid ..... a new business.
A) Starts.
B) Starting.
C) Start.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Ahmad and Rashid start a new business" uses the verb "start," which is in its base form, to indicate an action that will begin. This fits grammatically with the subject "Ahmad and Rashid."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Starts" is third person singular, making it incorrect for this plural subject.
Option B:
"Starting" is a gerund form, which does not fit as the main verb in this sentence.
Option C:
"Start" is correct and matches the subject-verb agreement.
Option D:
Not applicable since one of the options (C) is correct.
19.
..... Hector missed the first train, he had to wait for the next one.
A) Again.
B) Then.
C) Since.
D) Before.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Hector missed the first train, he had to wait for the next one." uses a conjunction ("Since") to connect two related clauses. Since indicates a reason or cause. The correct answer is C) Since because it logically connects why Hector had to wait for the next train.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Again - This would imply repetition, which doesn't fit the context of waiting for another train.
Option B:
Then - This suggests a sequence or result rather than a reason. It wouldn't explain why Hector had to wait.
Option C:
Since - Correct as it provides the reason for waiting for the next train.
Option D:
Before - This implies an action that happened prior, not a reason or cause for waiting.
20.
The participants of the focus group ..... on the low price and the variety of trend colors as the advantages of the new girl's cosmetic line over our competitors.
A) Has comment.
B) Have comment.
C) Has commented.
D) Have commented.
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Explanations:
The verb "comment" is in the past tense and requires a plural subject, making "Have commented" (Option D) correct. The focus group participants are multiple individuals, hence "have" is used to agree with the plural noun "participants."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as singular verb does not match plural subject.
Option B:
Incorrect for same reason as Option A.
Option C:
Incorrect because it uses present perfect instead of past tense.
Option D:
Correct as it uses the correct form of "have" with plural subject and past participle.
21.
..... you ..... to San Miguel this year?
A) Has been.
B) Have being.
C) Have been.
D) Has being.
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Explanations:
Option C) Have been is correct because the sentence is asking about a past action that continues up to the present, which requires the present perfect tense. The subject "you" is plural, so "have" is used instead of "has".
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Has been uses singular "has", which doesn't match the plural subject "you".
Option B:
Have being is incorrect because "being" should be a verb form, and it's not appropriate in this context.
Option C:
Have been is correct as explained.
Option D:
Has being uses singular "has", which doesn't match the plural subject "you", and "being" should be a verb form, making it incorrect.
22.
The three floor managers ..... the meeting with the production line supervisors.
A) Has reschedule.
B) Have rescheduled.
C) Has rescheduled.
D) Have reschedule.
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Explanations:
The subject "three floor managers" is plural, so the verb must also be in its plural form. Therefore, "have rescheduled" (Option B) is correct as it agrees with the plural subject.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect because singular verb does not match plural subject.
Option B:
Correct for reasons stated above.
Option C:
Incorrect due to singular verb form with plural subject.
Option D:
Incorrect as the word "schedule" is misspelled, and even if correct, it would not agree with the plural subject.
23.
Tom died ..... of an accident.
A) As a result.
B) For.
C) As.
D) Event though.
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Explanations:
"Tom died as a result of an accident." is correct because "as a result" indicates the consequence of something, which fits well with explaining how Tom's death occurred due to an accident.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Indicates the consequence or outcome.
Option B:
Incorrect. "For" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. "As" alone is too vague and does not indicate a cause-effect relationship as clearly as "as a result."
Option D:
Incorrect. "Event though" means despite or in spite of, which does not fit the context of explaining how Tom died.
24.
They never ..... late to the office.
A) Gets.
B) Get.
C) Don't get.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "They never get late to the office" is in the negative form of a simple present tense, which requires the auxiliary verb "don't" before the main verb "get." Therefore, option B) Get is correct as it fits into the structure "don't + base form of verb."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Gets - Incorrect. Singular subject with plural verb.
Option B:
Get - Correct. Fits the negative simple present tense structure.
Option C:
Don't get - Incorrect. Redundant as "never" already negates the sentence.
Option D:
None of above - Incorrect. Option B is correct.
25.
Which words could indicate a conclusion?
A) Next, then.
B) On the other hand.
C) In the end, finally.
D) First, second.
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Explanations:
Option C, "In the end, finally," correctly indicates a conclusion. These phrases are used to signal that the final point or summary of an argument or discussion is being presented.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Next, then - These words indicate sequence or progression, not a conclusion.
Option B:
On the other hand - This phrase introduces contrast or opposition, not a conclusion.
Option C:
In the end, finally - These phrases clearly mark the final point of an argument or discussion, indicating a conclusion.
Option D:
First, second - These words are used to list items in order, not to conclude an argument or discussion.
26.
How do you say flight attendant in Spanish?
A) The flight attendant.
B) Suitcase.
C) Travel agency.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) The flight attendant.
In Spanish, "flight attendant" translates to "la azafata" (feminine form) or "el azafato" (masculine form), but when referring to the role in a general sense, it's common to use "el personal de cabina" which literally means "cabin crew." However, among the given options, only "the flight attendant" is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "The flight attendant" in Spanish is "la azafata" or "el azafato," which accurately describes the role.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Suitcase" translates to "maletas" and has no relation to the job title.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Travel agency" translates to "agencia de viajes," which is unrelated to flight attendants.
Option D:
Incorrect. None of the above would be correct since option A is valid.
27.
..... you ..... your mind?
A) Has loose.
B) Have lost.
C) Has lost.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "..... you ..... your mind?" is an interrogative sentence asking about the state of someone's mind. The correct form should use "Have" as the auxiliary verb and "lost" to indicate a change in state, making "B) Have lost" the appropriate choice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect because "Has loose" does not make sense grammatically or semantically.
Option B:
Correct as it uses the proper auxiliary verb and past participle to form a question about losing one's mind.
Option C:
Incorrect for the same reasons as Option A, but with "lost" incorrectly placed after "Has".
Option D:
Incorrect because there is indeed a correct answer among the options provided.
28.
What is a flight?
A) A trip by car.
B) A trip by plane.
C) A trip by ferry.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
A flight refers to a trip by plane, which is the correct definition among the given options. This term specifically denotes air travel using aircrafts such as airplanes and helicopters.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. A car is used for ground transportation, not air travel.
Option B:
Correct. A flight involves traveling by plane.
Option C:
Incorrect. Ferries are used for water-based transportation, not air travel.
Option D:
Incorrect. One of the options provided is correct.
29.
I ..... like reading comics.
A) Is not.
B) Not.
C) Don't.
D) Doesn't.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I ..... like reading comics." is a negative statement in the first person singular form, and it requires an auxiliary verb to complete the structure. The correct answer is
C) Don't.
because "don't" is the contraction of "do not," which is used with the subject "I" to form a negative sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it uses an incorrect auxiliary verb for first person singular negation.
Option B:
Incorrect as it uses a partial word and is not grammatically correct.
Option C:
Correct as "don't" properly forms the negative sentence with "I."
Option D:
Incorrect as it uses an auxiliary verb for third person singular, which does not match the subject "I."
30.
I will let you know ..... I receive the report.
A) When.
B) Whenever.
C) Since.
D) And.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I will let you know ... I receive the report" is a conditional statement, indicating an action that will occur in the future based on receiving a report. The correct answer is
Option A: When.
This word introduces a time clause that specifies when the action of informing will take place.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "When" introduces a time clause indicating an event in the future based on receiving a report.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Whenever" suggests any time, not specifically tied to the action of receiving a report.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Since" indicates a past action and is used for completed actions in the past or ongoing situations.
Option D:
Incorrect. "And" is a conjunction that does not introduce a time clause.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are interrogative determiners, and how do they differ from other types of determiners?
Interrogative determiners, such as "which" or "what," are used to form questions. They differ from other determiners like articles (a, an, the) because they specifically introduce interrogative clauses that ask for information.
Can you give an example of how interrogative determiners are used in a sentence?
Certainly! For instance, "Which book did you read last night?" uses the interrogative determiner "which" to ask about a specific book.
How do interrogative determiners agree with their nouns in terms of number and gender?
Interrogative determiners typically agree with the noun they refer to in both number (singular or plural) and gender. For example, "Which book" is singular and neuter, while "What books" is plural.
Are there any specific rules for using interrogative determiners in negative statements?
Yes, when forming negative statements with interrogative determiners, the structure is similar to affirmative questions. For example, "What book haven't you read yet?" uses a negative form of the verb after the interrogative determiner.
How do past tense verbs work with interrogative determiners in questions?
Past tense verbs are used correctly when forming questions with interrogative determiners. For example, "Which book did you read last night?" uses the simple past tense to ask about a completed action.