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Word Order In Questions – Quiz 1
Word Order In Questions Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This content evaluates the skill in recognizing and forming questions with correct word order, including frequency questions, past tense with irregular verbs, present simple with frequency, yes/no questions about current possessions, and more. It covers various aspects of question formation and interrogative sentence structure.
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1.
..... do you want? Pizza or pasta?
A) How many one.
B) Who one.
C) Which one.
D) When one.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) Which one.
In the given question, "do you want? Pizza or pasta?" the word order should be adjusted to form a proper interrogative sentence. The phrase "Which one" correctly introduces the choice between pizza and pasta in a grammatically correct manner.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
How many is used for countable nouns with plural form or quantity, not suitable here.
Option B:
Who is used to ask about people, not applicable here as we are asking about food items.
Option C:
Which is the correct choice for introducing a selection between options, appropriate in this context.
Option D:
When is used to inquire about time, irrelevant here.
2.
Choose the sentences with the verb TO BE
A) I'm very hungry now!.
B) This is your new house.
C) We are English teachers from Moscow region.
D) On Fridays people often meet at restaurants.
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Explanations:
Option C uses the verb "are," which is part of the present tense form of the verb TO BE. This sentence correctly employs the verb TO BE to describe a state of being for multiple subjects (We).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Uses 'am,' a form of TO BE, but it's not in a complete sentence structure that fits the context.
Option B:
Uses 'is,' another form of TO BE, but like Option A, it’s part of a complete statement rather than a question or incomplete sentence requiring TO BE.
Option C:
Correctly uses 'are' to describe the state of being for multiple subjects (We).
Option D:
Does not use any form of TO BE, instead using "meet" in its base form.
3.
..... pizzas have you bought?
A) How much.
B) How many.
C) Which.
D) What.
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Explanations:
The correct word order in the question "How many pizzas have you bought?" is "How many" because it follows the structure for asking about quantity in past tense. "How much" is used with uncountable nouns, "which" introduces choice or selection, and "what" can be used to ask about identity or content.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it is used for asking about uncountable nouns.
Option B:
Correct as it asks about quantity of countable nouns in past tense.
Option C:
Incorrect as it introduces choice or selection, not quantity.
Option D:
Incorrect as it can be used for identity or content, not quantity.
4.
What is a proper question for this answer?He loves playing videogames.
A) What he loves?.
B) What does he do in his free time?.
C) What do he loves?.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option B is correct because it follows the proper word order for a question in English, specifically using "What" followed by "does he do," which matches the answer "He loves playing videogames." This structure correctly forms an interrogative sentence asking about his free-time activities.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. It uses a vague "he loves?" without specifying what activity, making it incomplete.
Option B:
Correct. Properly structured as "What does he do in his free time?" to match the answer.
Option C:
Incorrect. Uses incorrect word order and is grammatically flawed with "do he loves?."
Option D:
Incorrect. No better option than B, which is correct.
5.
Brian comes from Detroit.
A) Where from comes Brian?.
B) Who does Brian come from?.
C) Where does Brian from come?.
D) Where does Brian come from?.
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Explanations:
Option D is correct because it follows the proper word order for a question in English, which is "Where does [subject] come from?" This structure places the auxiliary verb "does" before the subject "Brian," and then asks about his origin.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The word order is reversed, making it grammatically incorrect.
Option B:
Incorrect. It incorrectly uses "who" instead of "where," which changes the meaning and structure of the question.
Option C:
Incorrect. The word order is incorrect; "Brian from" should be split with an auxiliary verb.
Option D:
Correct. Follows proper English question formation for asking about origin.
6.
How money / do /much/ have/ they?
A) Money much how do they have?.
B) How much do they have money?.
C) How money much do they have?.
D) How much money do they have?.
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Explanations:
The correct word order in an English question is crucial for clarity and grammatical correctness. In this case, the phrase "How much money do they have?" follows the standard structure:
how + much + subject + auxiliary verb + main verb
. This ensures that the question is clear and properly formed.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The word order is jumbled, making it unclear.
Option B:
Incorrect. Placing "money" before "much" disrupts the natural flow of the question.
Option C:
Incorrect. Similarly, placing "money" at the beginning confuses the structure.
Option D:
Correct. This follows the proper word order for asking about an amount of money someone has.
7.
Do you can play piano?
A) Correct.
B) Incorrect.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The word order in the question "Do you can play piano?" is incorrect. The correct form should be "Can you play piano?" where the auxiliary verb "can" comes before the subject "you". This example demonstrates a common error in forming questions with modal verbs.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect, as it does not address the word order issue.
Option B:
Correct, as it identifies the incorrect word order in the question.
Option C:
Incorrect, as "all the above" is not applicable here since only one option is correct.
Option D:
Incorrect, as there is a clear and single correct answer.
8.
Do you ..... brothers and sisters?
A) Did.
B) Have.
C) Has.
D) Had.
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Explanations:
The correct word order in the question "Do you ..... brothers and sisters?" is "Have". In English, when asking about possession of something (in this case, siblings), we use the auxiliary verb "have" followed by the present participle form of the main verb ("having"). The structure for such questions is: Do/Does + subject + have + object.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Did - Incorrect. "Did" is used to form past tense questions, not present possession.
Option B:
Have - Correct. This follows the proper structure for asking about current possession of siblings.
Option C:
Has - Incorrect. While this would be correct in third person singular ("Does he/she have...?"), it does not fit here as "you" is plural and requires a different form.
Option D:
Had - Incorrect. "Had" is used for past tense, not present possession.
9.
The problem made him nervous.
A) Which makes him nervous?.
B) What makes him nervous?.
C) Who makes him nervous?.
D) What made him nervous?.
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Explanations:
Option D is correct because it maintains the past tense of the original sentence while forming a question about what caused his nervousness. The other options are incorrect: A and B change the subject from "the problem" to "he," C changes the subject entirely, and D does not match the tense.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it shifts focus to "which" which implies multiple choices.
Option B:
Incorrect as it shifts focus to "what" but keeps present tense, changing meaning.
Option C:
Incorrect as it changes the subject from "the problem" to "who," altering the sentence structure and meaning.
Option D:
Correct as it maintains past tense and asks about what caused his nervousness.
10.
Answer the question:Why are you crying?
A) I cried, because I lost in a game.
B) I am crying, because My head hurts.
C) I cried because I watched a sad movie.
D) I cried, because my head hurts.
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Explanations:
Option B is correct because it follows the proper word order for a question in English, which typically starts with an interrogative word (in this case "because") followed by the subject ("My head hurts"). The other options either start with "I" or use incorrect word orders.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. Starts with "I cried," which is not a proper question structure.
Option B:
Correct. Follows the correct order: "I am crying, because My head hurts."
Option C:
Incorrect. Starts with "I cried," and uses past tense incorrectly in the middle of a present situation.
Option D:
Incorrect. Uses "because my head hurts" instead of "My head hurts," which is grammatically incorrect.
11.
We use because with the question word ..... with because (mert).
A) Where.
B) How many.
C) When.
D) Why.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Why.
When using the word "because" in a question, we typically ask for the reason or explanation behind something. The question word "why" directly corresponds to seeking an explanation, making it the appropriate choice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Where - This is used to inquire about location and does not fit with "because."
Option B:
How many - This is used for counting or quantifying something, unrelated to reasons.
Option C:
When - This is used for asking about time, not reasons.
Option D:
Why - Correctly matches the purpose of using "because" in a question.
12.
Choose the correct words: ..... help me?
A) You can.
B) Can you.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The correct word order in a question asking for help is "Can you...?" This follows the English grammar rule where auxiliary verbs (can, could, may, might) precede the main verb (help). Therefore, option B ("Can you.") is the correct choice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "You can" is not a complete question form.
Option B:
Correct. "Can you." starts the question correctly.
Option C:
Incorrect. This option includes both choices, which are not correct together.
Option D:
Incorrect. All other options are valid in this context.
13.
You/holiday/on/are
A) Are you on holiday?.
B) Are on holiday you?.
C) Are holiday on you?.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option A is correct because it follows the standard English question structure for asking about a state of being on holiday. In questions, the auxiliary verb "are" comes before the subject "you," and then the preposition "on" followed by "holiday" completes the phrase.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Are you on holiday? - Correct structure.
Option B:
Are on holiday you? - Incorrect word order, should be "Are you."
Option C:
Are holiday on you? - Incorrect word order and placement of subject.
Option D:
None of the above - Not applicable since Option A is correct.
14.
What do ..... do?
A) Your mother.
B) Your.
C) You.
D) Tomas.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is C) You. In the given sentence, "What do you do?" is a question asking about someone's occupation or activity. The word order in this question follows the standard English interrogative structure: auxiliary verb (do) + subject (you) + main verb (do).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it refers to your mother, not a general action.
Option B:
Incorrect as "your" is possessive and does not fit the sentence structure.
Option C:
Correct as "you" fits the standard interrogative word order with "do".
Option D:
Incorrect as it refers to a specific name, not an action or question form.
15.
..... does she go out?
A) How well.
B) How far.
C) How much.
D) How often.
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Explanations:
The question "..... does she go out?" is asking about frequency, which aligns with the correct answer D) How often. This type of question uses an interrogative word to inquire about the frequency of an action.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
How well - This option inquires about quality or proficiency, not frequency.
Option B:
How far - This option is used to ask about distance, not frequency.
Option C:
How much - This can be used for quantity but not specifically for asking about the frequency of an action.
Option D:
How often - This correctly asks about the frequency or regularity of going out.
16.
What did you ..... last weekend?
A) Did.
B) Slept.
C) Do.
D) Spoke.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) Do.
In English, when forming a question about an action that occurred in the past using "what" and a verb phrase, we use the auxiliary verb "did" followed by the subject and then the main verb in its base form. Here, since the question asks what happened last weekend, "do" is used to start the sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it does not fit the structure of forming a past tense question.
Option B:
Incorrect as it refers to sleeping and does not form a proper question.
Option C:
Correct as "do" is used to start the sentence in questions about actions in the past with verbs that are not regular.
Option D:
Incorrect as it refers to speaking and does not fit the structure of forming a past tense question.
17.
Does she movies like?
A) Does she like movies?.
B) Does she movies like?.
C) Does movies she like?.
D) Movies does she like?.
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Explanations:
The correct word order in a question asking about preferences for movies is "Does she like movies?" This follows the standard subject-verb-object (SVO) structure in English questions, where the auxiliary verb comes before the subject pronoun and the main verb remains at the end.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Follows proper SVO order.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Movies" should not be between "Does" and "she".
Option C:
Incorrect. "She" should come before the main verb "like".
Option D:
Incorrect. "Movies" is misplaced, and "does" should precede "she".
18.
We use the 3rd person s when we use
A) It, we, they.
B) I, you, he.
C) We, you, they.
D) He, she, it.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) He, she, it.
In English grammar, the third person singular (3rd person s) subject pronouns are "he," "she," and "it." These subjects require the use of a verb ending in -s or -es for agreement. For example: "He walks" or "She talks."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect; "we" and "they" are plural, not singular.
Option B:
Incorrect; "I" is first person singular, "you" can be any person, but does not require the 3rd person s form of verbs.
Option C:
Incorrect; "we" and "you" are plural, not singular.
Option D:
Correct; "he," "she," and "it" are third person singular pronouns that require the 3rd person s form of verbs.
19.
Is / the cat/ big?
A) The cat big is.
B) Cat the big is?.
C) Big the cat is?.
D) Is the cat big?.
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Explanations:
Option D) "Is the cat big?" is correct because it follows the proper word order for forming a question in English, which typically starts with an auxiliary verb (or be verb), followed by the subject, and then the predicate. In this case, "is" is the auxiliary verb, "the cat" is the subject, and "big" is the predicate.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect because it does not form a question; it is a statement.
Option B:
Incorrect because it places the subject after the predicate, which is not proper in English questions.
Option C:
Incorrect because it places "big" before "the cat," which disrupts the natural word order for forming a question.
Option D:
Correct as explained above.
20.
She/tired/is/today
A) Is she tired today?.
B) Is she today tired?.
C) Is tired she today?.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The correct word order for a question in English is subject-verb-object, with the auxiliary verb (is) preceding the main verb (tired). The time indicator (today) should follow the main verb to maintain proper sentence structure. Therefore, "Is she tired today?" is grammatically correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Follows standard English question formation.
Option B:
Incorrect. The word order is wrong; 'today' should follow the main verb.
Option C:
Incorrect. The sentence structure is flawed, with 'tired' not properly placed after 'is' and before 'today'.
Option D:
Not applicable since Option A is correct.
21.
She's thinking of her vacation in Wales.
A) How is she thinking of Wales?.
B) Of what is she thinking?.
C) What is she thinking of?.
D) What of Wales is she thinking?.
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Explanations:
Option C) "What is she thinking of?." is correct because it follows the proper word order for a question asking about the content of someone's thoughts. In English, questions that inquire about what someone is thinking typically begin with "what" followed by the subject and verb.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. It does not follow the correct word order for such a question.
Option B:
Incorrect. This option is too vague and could be interpreted in multiple ways, making it less precise than Option C.
Option C:
Correct. Follows the proper structure: "What" + subject (she) + verb (is thinking of).
Option D:
Incorrect. It is awkward and not a standard way to phrase this question.
22.
Answer the question:Can you swim?
A) Yes, I can swim.
B) No, I can't eat.
C) Yes, I can fly.
D) No, I prefer swim in the river.
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Explanations:
Option A is correct because it follows the proper word order for a yes/no question in English, which should include an auxiliary verb (can) and the subject (I). The other options either contain incorrect verbs or do not follow the appropriate structure for a yes/no question.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Follows proper word order: Subject + Auxiliary Verb + Main Verb.
Option B:
Incorrect. Confuses auxiliary verb (can) with main verb (eat).
Option C:
Incorrect. Confuses modal verbs and the subject-verb agreement.
Option D:
Incorrect. Misuses "prefer" which is not appropriate for a yes/no question structure.
23.
What time ..... in the morning?
A) Do you get up.
B) Get you up.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is Option A: "Do you get up." This follows the standard English question structure for asking about a habitual action in the morning, which typically starts with an auxiliary verb (do) and then the subject pronoun followed by the main verb in its base form.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Follows proper question formation.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Get you up" is not a natural way to ask this question; it should be "Do you get up."
Option C:
Incorrect. This option suggests both A and B are correct, which they are not.
Option D:
Incorrect. Both A and B are valid in this context.
24.
What time ..... Jack get up every day?
A) Does.
B) Did.
C) Do.
D) Are.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) Does.
In English, to form a question about the frequency of an action, we use the auxiliary verb "does" with the subject. The sentence structure for asking about daily habits or routines should be: "Does Jack get up every day?" This follows the standard word order in questions where the auxiliary verb comes before the subject.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses "does" to form a question about habitual actions.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Did" is used for past tense, not present habits.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Do" is the base form and does not fit here as it would imply multiple subjects or a different sentence structure.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Are" is typically used with states of being, not actions like getting up.
25.
A:What ..... when Dad got home?B:Watching my favourite TV series.
A) Were you doing.
B) You were doing.
C) Did you doing.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The correct word order in questions often follows the structure of an inverted sentence where the auxiliary verb (or do/does) comes before the subject. In this case, "What" is used as an interrogative word to ask about an action, followed by the auxiliary verb "were" and then the subject "you." The phrase "doing when Dad got home?" fits correctly after "What."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses proper inversion with "Were you doing."
Option B:
Incorrect. While grammatically correct, it does not follow the inverted structure needed for this question.
Option C:
Incorrect. The verb "doing" is a base form and should be preceded by an auxiliary verb in questions like this.
Option D:
Incorrect. Option A is correct.
26.
..... to the concert yesterday?
A) Were you go.
B) Did you went.
C) You went.
D) Did you go.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Did you go.
This option follows the proper word order for a question in English, which requires an auxiliary verb (in this case "Did") to start the sentence when asking about past actions. The subject "you" and the main verb "go" are placed correctly after the auxiliary.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect word order; should be "Did you go."
Option B:
Incorrect form of the past tense; should be "Did you go."
Option C:
Missing auxiliary verb; should be "Did you go."
Option D:
Correct word order and form.
27.
Where / Alberto / from / is?
A) Where is from Alberto?.
B) Where is Alberto from?.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option B is correct because in English, the word order for questions involving "where" and a person's origin follows the structure:
Where + is + subject + from?
. Thus, "Where is Alberto from?" correctly places the words to form an interrogative sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The word order should be "Where is" rather than "Where is from".
Option B:
Correct. Follows the proper structure for such questions.
Option C:
Incorrect. All options are not correct; only one option fits the rule.
Option D:
Incorrect. At least one of the provided options is correct.
28.
How ..... she go to school?
A) Do.
B) Did.
C) Does.
D) Is.
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Explanations:
The correct word order for forming a question in English about habitual actions is to use "Does" followed by the subject and the verb. In this case, "How does she go to school?" is the proper construction.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as "Do" is not used for third-person singular subjects in questions about habits.
Option B:
Incorrect as "Did" is used for past tense, not present habitual actions.
Option C:
Correct as "Does" is the appropriate auxiliary verb for forming a question about how someone does something habitually.
Option D:
Incorrect as "Is" is not used to form questions about habits or ongoing actions.
29.
Add the auxiliar or Be to create the question:a car / you / have?
A) Are you have a car?.
B) A car do you have?.
C) Do you have a car?.
D) Have you a car?.
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Explanations:
Option C is correct because it follows the standard English question formation for asking about possession with a subject-verb inversion, where "do" is used as an auxiliary verb to invert the word order and form the question.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The phrase "Are you have" is not grammatically correct; it should be "Do you have".
Option B:
Incorrect. This option has a misplaced word order and does not follow the standard question formation.
Option C:
Correct. "Do you have a car?" follows the proper structure for forming questions about possession in English.
Option D:
Incorrect. The phrase "Have you a" is not grammatically correct; it should be "Do you have".
30.
How often ..... we have classes together?
A) Did.
B) Do.
C) Are.
D) Were.
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Explanations:
Option B) Do is correct because it follows the proper word order for forming a question in English about frequency using "how often." The structure should be: auxiliary verb + subject + main verb + other elements. Here, "Do" serves as the auxiliary verb.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Did is incorrect because it is used for past tense questions and does not fit the present context of frequency.
Option B:
Do is correct as explained above.
Option C:
Are is typically used with linking verbs or to form questions about existence, neither of which apply here.
Option D:
Were is incorrect because it is the past tense form of "to be" and does not fit this context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of understanding word order in questions?
Understanding word order in questions helps ensure clarity and correctness, making communication more effective. It ensures that questions are structured properly to convey the intended meaning accurately.
How does frequency play a role in forming questions?
Frequency can be used to form questions about how often something happens. For example, "How frequently do you visit the library?" This type of question uses 'how' followed by an adverb or adjective to inquire about regularity.
Can word order in questions be different when using verbs like TO BE?
Yes, the verb 'to be' can change the word order. For instance, "Is she at home?" and "Are they here?" show that the subject follows the auxiliary verb, which is a common structure in questions.
How does quantity differ when forming questions?
Quantity can be asked about using 'how many' for countable nouns or 'how much' for uncountable nouns. For example, "How many books do you have?" and "How much water is in the bottle?" demonstrate different structures based on the type of noun.
What is a common mistake when forming questions with third-person singular subjects?
A common mistake is forgetting to change the auxiliary verb for third-person singular subjects. For example, using "He has" instead of "He does have" in a question like "Does he have a book?" can lead to confusion.