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Fce Practice Test Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)

This FCE Practice Test evaluates students' understanding of English grammar, focusing on adjective usage in describing famous people, adverb selection for modifying verbs, comparative language in informal contexts, and conditional sentences. It also assesses the ability to differentiate between past simple and habitual actions.

Quiz Instructions

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1. A:What's your new boss ..... ? B:He seems OK. He lets her get on with the job.

Explanations: The correct answer is C) Like. In the given context, "He lets her get on with the job" implies that the boss allows his employees to work independently without much interference. The phrase "He seems OK" suggests a positive impression of the new boss. Here, "like" is used in its colloquial form to express similarity or comparison, indicating that the boss's behavior is acceptable and aligns with what one might expect from an effective manager.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Seem like" would be redundant as "seems OK" already conveys a similar meaning.
Option B: "Look like" is typically used for physical appearances and does not fit the context of behavior or attitude.
Option C: "Like" correctly captures the essence of the sentence, indicating that the boss's approach to management is acceptable and aligns with expectations.
Option D: "None of the above" is incorrect since Option C fits the context well.

2. We were confronted a lot of problems when we tried to buy a house in Germany.

Explanations: The preposition "with" is correct in this context because it indicates that the problems were experienced together with the action of trying to buy a house in Germany. The phrase "we were confronted with a lot of problems" means the issues arose alongside or as part of the process.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Indicates the problems occurred during the process.
Option B: Incorrect. "By" suggests the problems were caused by something, which is not the intended meaning here.
Option C: Incorrect. "For" does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.
Option D: Incorrect. "Of" would imply possession or origin of the problems, which is not appropriate here.

3. I still can't figure out how to use this platform. I need ..... to it.

Explanations: The correct answer is A) To get used. The phrase "To get used" fits grammatically and contextually in the sentence, indicating a need to familiarize oneself with how to use the platform. The infinitive form "to get used" is appropriate here as it expresses an action or process of adapting to something new.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. "To get used" fits grammatically and contextually.
Option B: Incorrect. "Used" alone does not fit the sentence structure properly.
Option C: Incorrect. "Use" is a verb that doesn't complete the thought in this context.
Option D: Incorrect. "Getting" implies an ongoing action, which doesn't match the intended meaning of adapting to something new.

4. Click on the answer that completes the sentence. I've never seen anyone famous in ..... life.

Explanations: The sentence "I've never seen anyone famous in real life." uses the word "real" to contrast with a hypothetical or fictional context, making it grammatically correct and meaningful.

Option Analysis:

Option A: True - This is not an answer choice for completing the sentence.
Option B: Natural - Does not fit the context of contrasting with "famous" in a specific setting.
Option C: Real - Correct, as it properly contrasts with "anyone famous."
Option D: Actual - While similar to "real," "real" is more commonly used in this context for clarity and naturalness.

5. Please, avoid ..... to wild animals. It's dangerous.

Explanations: Option D) Getting close is the correct answer because it maintains proper verb form and agreement with the subject "Please." The infinitive form "To get" should be followed by a gerund "getting" to match the structure of the sentence. Options A, B, and C are incorrect due to grammatical errors.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect; uses "close" instead of "getting close."
Option B: Incorrect; misspelled as "closed" instead of "close."
Option C: Incorrect; uses "Closing" without proper infinitive form.
Option D: Correct; uses the appropriate gerund form "getting close."

6. "Leeroy is out riding his bike today."He said that

Explanations: Option D is correct because it uses the past continuous tense ("was out riding"), which indicates an action that was ongoing at a specific time in the past, matching "today" in the original statement. The other options use different tenses or structures that do not accurately reflect the meaning of the original sentence.

Option Analysis:

Option A: This is present tense and does not indicate any past action.
Option B: Uses "that day" which could imply a different specific day, not necessarily today.
Option C: Past simple tense, indicating a completed action in the past, but not ongoing at a specific time like "today."
Option D: Correct use of past continuous tense to indicate an ongoing action at a specific time (today).

7. Are you ..... (= telling a lot of people) gossip/rumours again?

Explanations: The correct answer is C) Spreading. The verb "spread" accurately describes the act of telling a lot of people gossip or rumors, as it implies the dissemination of information to multiple individuals.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Reaching does not fit well in this context; it typically refers to making contact with someone.
Option B: Taking is too vague and does not specifically relate to the act of sharing information widely.
Option C: Spreading correctly captures the idea of disseminating gossip or rumors among many people.
Option D: Diffusing, while similar in meaning, is less commonly used in this context compared to "spreading."

8. ..... Pyrinees Mountain range separates France and Spain.

Explanations: The correct answer is A) The. In English, when referring to a specific mountain range like the Pyrenees, it's appropriate to use the definite article "the" to indicate that we are talking about a particular known entity.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Use of "The" is proper for specifying a known mountain range.
Option B: Incorrect. No period here, not an answer choice.
Option C: Incorrect. "A" would be used if referring to any mountain range, not the specific Pyrenees.
Option D: Incorrect. The correct option is provided in A.

9. Such speed would have seemed (1) ..... not so long ago. (BELIEVE)

Explanations: The correct answer is B) Unbelievable. The phrase "Such speed would have seemed unbelievable not so long ago" uses the adjective form "unbelievable," which fits grammatically and contextually as it describes a state or quality that was hard to believe.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Unbelievably - This is an adverb, not an adjective. It would change the sentence structure and meaning.
Option B: Unbelievable - Correct usage as an adjective describing a state or quality.
Option C: Unbelieved - This form does not exist in English; it should be "unbelievable" to fit the context.
Option D: Unbelieving - This describes a person's attitude, not an object or state that can seem unbelievable.

10. I heard the police ..... dozens of people before they made an arrest.

Explanations: The correct answer is C) Had interviewed. This option uses the past perfect tense, which indicates an action completed before another past action. In this context, it means that the police had spoken to many people prior to making their arrest.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Were interviewed" is in the simple past tense and does not indicate a sequence of events or completion before another action.
Option B: "Have been interviewing" is in the present perfect continuous tense, which refers to an ongoing action that started in the past. It doesn't fit the context as well as the past perfect tense.
Option C: "Had interviewed" correctly uses the past perfect tense, showing that the interviews were completed before the arrest was made.
Option D: "None of the above" is incorrect since option C fits the context perfectly.

11. Click on the answer that completes the sentence.She's slowly getting ..... after the accident.

Explanations: The sentence "She's slowly getting better after the accident" indicates a gradual improvement in her condition, which aligns with option D) Better.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Improved - While similar to 'better', it is less common in this context.
Option B: Over - This implies the situation has concluded or she has fully recovered, which doesn't fit the gradual nature of the sentence.
Option C: Well - This suggests a state of health rather than an ongoing process of improvement.
Option D: Better - Correct. It accurately conveys the idea of gradual improvement over time.

12. Choose the phrasal verb that means "to criticize or oppose something publicly" .She's a famous pacifist and is always ..... against war.

Explanations: "Speaking out" means to express one's opinion publicly, often in a strong or forceful way. In the context of the sentence, it fits well as she is known for her pacifist views and regularly expresses opposition to war publicly.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. "Speaking out" means to express one's opinion publicly.
Option B: Incorrect. "Shouting out" implies a loud, often angry expression of opinion, which is not necessarily the case here.
Option C: Incorrect. "Talking out" generally refers to speaking at length without much emphasis on public criticism or opposition.
Option D: Incorrect. "Saying out" does not have a clear meaning in English and is not used as a phrasal verb.

13. Test 2, Part 1Question 2.

Explanations: The correct answer is B) C. This question pertains to a FCE practice test, where the task likely involves identifying grammatical errors or selecting the most appropriate option based on English grammar rules. Option B correctly points to C as the right choice.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect.
Option B: Correct, indicating C is the answer.
Option C: The correct option in this context.
Option D: Incorrect.

14. She said my assignment was not ..... I've got to rewrite it.

Explanations: The correct answer is C) Good enough. This phrase indicates that the assignment did not meet the required standard and needs to be rewritten, emphasizing a minimum acceptable level of quality rather than an outstanding one.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Enough good" is grammatically incorrect. It should be "good enough."
Option B: "Better" suggests improvement but does not indicate the current state of the assignment, which needs to be rewritten entirely.
Option C: "Good enough" correctly conveys that the work is acceptable but requires revision. This matches the context where the assignment needs rewriting.
Option D: "Such good" implies a high level of quality, which does not fit the scenario where the assignment must be rewritten.

15. Complete the sentence:As soon as he ..... (finish) his homework, we ..... (go out).

Explanations: The sentence uses a present simple tense for the main clause ("we ..... (go out)") and a present simple tense for the subordinate clause ("he ..... (finish)"). This structure is correct because it indicates an action that will happen as soon as another, related action occurs. Option B correctly uses "Finishes" in the subordinate clause and "will go out" in the main clause.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect; both clauses should use present simple tense.
Option B: Correct; it follows the correct structure for this type of sentence.
Option C: Incorrect; "Finish" is inappropriately used as a main clause verb here.
Option D: Incorrect; option B is valid.

16. He's overweight and bald, (and) ..... somehow, he's attractive.

Explanations: The phrase "Despite" is correct because it indicates a contrast between the man's overweight and baldness, which are typically seen as negative attributes, and his attractiveness, which is an unexpected positive attribute. This structure effectively conveys that despite these physical characteristics, he remains attractive.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Since" implies a cause-and-effect relationship, which does not fit the context of contrast.
Option B: "For" suggests a reason or explanation, which is also not appropriate for this contrasting situation.
Option C: "In spite of" conveys a similar meaning to "Despite," but "Despite" is the more common and concise choice in this context.
Option D: "Despite" correctly indicates contrast, making it the best fit for the sentence structure.

17. Exams are not the only means of ..... a student's ability.

Explanations: The correct answer is C) Assessing. Exams are not the only means of assessing a student's ability. This phrase implies that there are other methods, such as projects, presentations, or practical tasks, which can also evaluate a student’s knowledge and skills.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Grading - This is too narrow; grading is part of the assessment process but not the only means.
Option B: Defining - Exams do define certain aspects, but this is not their primary function in relation to student abilities.
Option C: Assessing - This accurately reflects that exams are one of many methods used to evaluate a student's ability.
Option D: Valuing - While related, valuing goes beyond the scope of what an exam can do in terms of evaluating abilities.

18. What did you ..... do in your last employment?

Explanations: The correct answer is A) Use to. This option correctly uses the phrase "used to" which is appropriate for describing past habits or actions that no longer occur. The question asks about a past employment, so "used to" fits well as it indicates something from your previous job experience.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct usage of "used to" for describing past habits.
Option B: Incorrect use of "would" which is typically used for making predictions or habitual actions in the past, not as commonly used for employment history.
Option C: Incorrect form; should be "used to" instead of "Used to." The capitalization does not change its grammatical correctness but it's still wrong due to the missing 'd'.
Option D: Not applicable as there is a correct answer among the options provided.

19. 6 I had a friend at college who was very gifted with languages. She ..... speak four or five!

Explanations: The sentence requires a verb in the past tense to describe an ability that existed in the past but is not necessarily relevant now. "Was able to" (Option A) correctly conveys this meaning, indicating that at some point during college, she had the ability to speak four or five languages.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Indicates a past ability.
Option B: Incorrect. Past perfect tense is not needed here.
Option C: Incorrect. Present tense does not fit the context of a past ability.
Option D: Incorrect. At least one correct option exists.

20. Don't go there in the ..... (= busiest) season-it'll be hot and crowded.

Explanations: The correct answer is B) Peak. The word "peak" refers to the highest point of activity, which in this context means the busiest season. This fits well with the description of it being hot and crowded.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Buy - Irrelevant to describing a season or time period.
Option B: Peak - Correct, as it indicates the busiest season.
Option C: Rush - While related to busy times, "peak" is more precise and commonly used in this context.
Option D: Hot - Describes weather but not a time period or season.

21. If only she ..... what she was doing!

Explanations: The sentence "If only she knew what she was doing!" is a conditional statement expressing regret or disappointment about an unknown fact. The correct form to use in this context is the past tense of the verb "to know," which is "knew." This matches the structure of typical second conditional sentences, where the if-clause uses the past simple and the main clause uses would + base verb.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Uses the correct past tense form "knew."
Option B: Incorrect. Uses present tense "know," which doesn't fit the conditional structure.
Option C: Incorrect. Uses past participle "known," which is not appropriate in this context.
Option D: Incorrect. Indicates no correct answer, but there is a correct option (A).

22. There are ..... generators but these usually only have to work for a few hours a year during power cuts.

Explanations: The correct answer is D) Standby. The context suggests that the generators are used infrequently, typically during short-term power outages. "Standby" generators are designed to start automatically when a power outage occurs and provide temporary electricity until normal service resumes.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Instead - This option does not fit grammatically or contextually.
Option B: Replacement - This implies the generators are used to replace something permanently, which is incorrect based on the context of occasional use.
Option C: Placement - This refers to where the generators are located and does not describe their function or usage pattern.
Option D: Standby - This correctly describes the type of generator that works for short durations during power cuts.

23. Click on the answer that completes the sentence:Could you just stand quietly without ..... a sound?

Explanations: The correct answer is D) Making. The phrase "making a sound" is the most idiomatic and grammatically appropriate choice to complete the sentence. It means producing sounds, which fits the context of asking someone to remain silent.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Creating - This implies bringing something into existence but does not fit the context of silence.
Option B: Causing - This suggests producing an effect, which is not specific to sound production and thus less precise.
Option C: Doing - This is too general and does not specify the action related to sound.
Option D: Making - This accurately describes the act of producing sounds, fitting the context perfectly.

24. Click on the correct prefix or suffix to form the opposite of the word in CAPITALS.When he became a teenager he wanted to be more (DEPENDENT) from his parents.

Explanations: The correct prefix to form the opposite of "DEPENDENT" is In- . The word becomes "independent," which means not dependent on others.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Un-: This prefix typically negates verbs, such as in "unhappy." It does not work well with adjectives like "dependent."
Option B: Dis-: This prefix often means "apart" or "away from," but it is not commonly used to form the opposite of adjectives like "dependent."
Option C: Less: This suffix indicates a reduction in quantity, such as "dependence" becoming "less dependent." It does not negate the word.
Option D: In-: This prefix is used to form the opposite of adjectives and means "not," resulting in "independent."

25. The college now has a ..... to help students with both personal and work problems.

Explanations: The correct answer is A) Councellor. A counselor is trained to provide support and guidance for a wide range of personal and work-related issues, making them well-suited to help students in various situations. Counselors can offer advice, emotional support, and strategies to manage challenges.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Counselors specialize in providing support for both personal and professional issues.
Option B: Incorrect. Lawyers primarily provide legal advice and representation, not general counseling.
Option C: Incorrect. An advisor typically provides guidance on specific topics or decisions but may not cover a broad range of personal and work problems as effectively as a counselor.
Option D: Incorrect. Psychologists focus more on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, which is different from the general support provided by counselors for everyday issues.

26. He was famous for being extremely .....

Explanations: The correct answer is A) Creative. The phrase "famous for being extremely" suggests an adjective that describes a person's notable quality, and "Creative" fits this context well as it implies the individual is renowned for their innovative or imaginative abilities.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Indicates the person was famous for their creativity.
Option B: Incorrect. "Creator" is a noun, not an adjective that can describe being famous for something.
Option C: Incorrect. "Create" is a verb and does not fit grammatically in the sentence structure provided.
Option D: Incorrect. "Creation" is a noun and does not fit grammatically in the sentence structure provided.

27. What is the noun of TREAT?

Explanations: The noun form of the verb "treat" is "treatment." This is a direct conversion from the base verb to its noun form, which describes the action or process itself.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect. TREAT is a verb and not a noun in this context.
Option B: Correct. TREATMENT is the standard noun form derived from the verb "treat."
Option C: Incorrect. TREATING is the gerund or present participle of the verb, not the noun form.
Option D: Incorrect. This option contains a misspelling and thus is incorrect.

28. She ..... when her mom came in and started talking.

Explanations: The sentence describes an action that was in progress when another event (her mom coming in) interrupted it. "Was studying" indicates an ongoing action at a particular moment, which fits the context of being interrupted by her mother's entry.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Had studied - This implies a completed action in the past, not an ongoing one.
Option B: Had been studying - This suggests an action that started before and was continuing up to a point in the past, but it doesn't fit as well with the interruption context.
Option C: Studied - This is a simple past tense, indicating a completed action, not ongoing.
Option D: Was studying - Correct. It indicates an action in progress when interrupted by her mother's entry.

29. Scientists now suggest that humans can move (2) ..... faster than even that, perhaps as fast as 65 kilometres per hour. (CONSIDER)

Explanations: The word "considerably" is the correct choice because it functions as an adverb to modify the verb "move," indicating a significant increase in speed. It fits grammatically and contextually, making the sentence read smoothly: "Scientists now suggest that humans can move considerably faster than even that, perhaps as fast as 65 kilometres per hour."

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. "Considerably" is an adverb meaning significantly or greatly, fitting well in the sentence.
Option B: Incorrect. "Considerable" is an adjective and does not fit as a modifier for the verb "move." It would require a noun to complete its meaning (e.g., "considerable progress").
Option C: Incorrect. "Considered" is a past participle form of the verb "to consider," which does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option D: Incorrect. "Considering" is a gerund or present participle and would require an object to complete its meaning (e.g., "Considering the evidence").

30. When I was young, I ..... go to my grandma's house every weekend.

Explanations: The correct answer is C) Would. This option correctly uses the past future tense, which is appropriate for describing a habitual action in the past that was planned or intended to happen regularly. The sentence "When I was young, I would go to my grandma's house every weekend" accurately conveys this meaning.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Used" is incorrect as it implies a general habit without the regularity implied by the question.
Option B: "Would to" is grammatically incorrect; "would" alone should be used for this tense.
Option C: "Would" is correct, forming the past future tense properly.
Option D: "Should" implies obligation or advice, which does not fit the context of a habitual action in the past.

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