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Emphatic Do – Quiz 1
Emphatic Do Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates students' understanding of the emphatic do construction, particularly in forming and using it with singular and plural subjects, past tense, and emphasizing habitual actions. It also tests their ability to use appropriate pronouns and determiners, distinguish between affirmative and negative emphasis, and recognize correct subject-verb agreement.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
He ..... play tennis every day.
A) Did.
B) Do.
C) Does.
D) Have.
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Explanations:
The sentence "He does play tennis every day." uses the emphatic form of "do," which is necessary to stress the affirmative nature of the statement. In this context, "does" serves as an emphasis on the action being performed regularly by the subject.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. Past tense does not fit the present habitual context.
Option B:
Incorrect. Present tense without emphasis is not appropriate here.
Option C:
Correct. Emphatic "does" correctly emphasizes the affirmative action in the sentence.
Option D:
Incorrect. Irregular verb form does not fit the context of regular daily activity.
2.
Choose the correct answer:Would you like ..... cup of coffee?
A) Others.
B) Other.
C) The other.
D) Another.
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Explanations:
The emphatic do construction is used to emphasize the existence of something, often in response to a negative statement or to stress that something does exist. In this context, "Another" correctly emphasizes the request for an additional cup of coffee without implying any prior mention.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Irrelevant; "Others" would be used if referring to multiple people or things.
Option B:
Incorrect; "Other" is not specific enough in this context and does not emphasize the existence of an additional item.
Option C:
Incorrect; "The other" implies a choice between two items, which is not applicable here.
Option D:
Correct; "Another" emphasizes the request for one more cup of coffee without any prior context about having had or not having had one before.
3.
Not only ..... he possess exceptional coding skills, but he also strives to innovate within the tech industry
A) DOES.
B) DID.
C) DO.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence uses the emphatic "do" construction, which is used to emphasize the subject and verb in a sentence. In this case, "DOES" is correctly placed before the subject "he" to emphasize his possession of exceptional coding skills.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses emphatic "do" construction.
Option B:
Incorrect. Past tense, doesn't fit context.
Option C:
Incorrect. Present tense, doesn't fit context.
Option D:
Incorrect. No correct option here.
4.
I ..... just after you'd finished, so maybe there is nothing we can do now.
A) Noticed.
B) Did notice.
C) Does notice.
D) Do notice.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I noticed just after you'd finished, so maybe there is nothing we can do now." uses the emphatic form of "do" to emphasize the action of noticing. In this context, "noticed" is used without an auxiliary verb (like "did") because it's not a question or negative statement where "do" would be necessary for emphasis. The sentence structure indicates that the speaker is asserting their observation with certainty.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses simple past tense to emphasize the action of noticing.
Option B:
Incorrect. Adds an unnecessary auxiliary verb "did" which changes the sentence structure and meaning.
Option C:
Incorrect. Uses present tense, which does not fit the context of a completed action in the past.
Option D:
Incorrect. Uses plural form, which is grammatically incorrect for this singular subject.
5.
But I ..... it in my previous email. Don't you remember?
A) Do mention.
B) Mentioned.
C) Does mention.
D) Did mention.
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Explanations:
The sentence "But I did mention it in my previous email. Don't you remember?" uses the emphatic do construction, which is used to emphasize a verb in past tense. The correct form here is "did mention" because we are emphasizing that the action of mentioning occurred in the past.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it starts with "Do," which doesn't fit the sentence structure.
Option B:
Incorrect as it lacks the auxiliary verb "did" needed for emphasis.
Option C:
Incorrect as it uses "Does," which is not appropriate in past tense.
Option D:
Correct as it properly uses "Did mention" to emphasize the action in the past.
6.
I hate math. I ..... like science though.
A) DO.
B) DID.
C) DOES.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I hate math. I do like science though." uses the emphatic do to emphasize the positive feeling towards science, contrasting with the negative feeling towards math. This construction is used for emphasis and clarity in speech or writing.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Do" is used here as an emphatic word to stress the liking of science.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Did" is a past tense auxiliary verb and does not fit in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Does" is a third-person singular present tense form and does not serve as an emphatic word here.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
7.
This is more serious than you realize. I ..... I should report it to the security team.
A) Does think.
B) Did think.
C) Do think.
D) Think.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I do think." is the correct use of the emphatic "do" in this context. The emphatic "do" is used to stress the speaker's opinion, making it clear that they are firmly stating their belief. In this case, the speaker is emphasizing their decision to report the issue.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Does think - Incorrect; present tense does not fit the context.
Option B:
Did think - Incorrect; past tense does not fit the current emphasis.
Option C:
Do think - Correct; emphatic "do" is used to stress the speaker's opinion.
Option D:
Think - Incorrect; lacks the emphasis provided by "do".
8.
She ..... manage to negotiate a complex contract that benefited both parties involved.
A) DO.
B) DID.
C) DOES.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires an emphatic construction to highlight the subject "she" and her action of managing to negotiate a complex contract. The correct form for emphasis in this context is "Did she manage...". This uses the emphatic do (did) structure, where "do" is used as an auxiliary verb to emphasize the main verb "manage".
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. Uses 'Do' which does not fit the past tense context.
Option B:
Correct. Uses 'Did', fitting for emphasis in a past tense sentence.
Option C:
Incorrect. Uses 'Does', which is present tense and inappropriate here.
Option D:
Incorrect. Indicates no correct answer, but there is one (Option B).
9.
Sara ..... finish her project yesterday
A) Do.
B) Does.
C) Did.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Sara ... finish her project yesterday" requires the use of an emphatic form to indicate certainty about the action. The correct answer is
C) Did.
This is because in English, when using the emphatic do construction with past tense verbs, we use "did" regardless of whether the subject is singular or plural.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Do - Incorrect. Not used for past tense emphasis.
Option B:
Does - Incorrect. Used for present tense and not in past tense emphasis.
Option C:
Did - Correct. Used for emphatic form in past tense.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect. Option C is correct.
10.
Well, I ..... you many times that this would happen. The network is not secure.
A) Told.
B) Does tell.
C) Did tell.
D) Do tell.
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Explanations:
The sentence uses the emphatic "did" to emphasize a past action, indicating that the speaker is stressing their previous statement about the network's insecurity. This construction is typical of the emphatic do (did) structure in English grammar, where "did" is used for emphasis and to avoid ambiguity.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Told - Incorrect as it lacks the emphatic "did".
Option B:
Does tell - Incorrect as it uses present tense, not past.
Option C:
Did tell - Correct for emphasizing a past action.
Option D:
Do tell - Incorrect as it uses present tense and lacks the emphatic "did".
11.
I ..... watch TV last Fridaqy.
A) Does.
B) Have.
C) Did.
D) Do.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I ..... watch TV last Friday" is in the past tense, indicating an action completed on a specific day in the past. The correct form to use here is "Did," which is used for emphasis or to ask for confirmation of a fact. Therefore, the correct answer is C) Did.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Does - This is present tense and does not match the past context.
Option B:
Have - This is used for completed actions in the past but does not fit the sentence structure.
Option C:
Did - Correct, as it emphasizes a past action.
Option D:
Do - This is present tense and does not match the past context.
12.
She ..... enjoy hiking, but what she truly loves is to swim in the ocean.
A) DO.
B) DID.
C) DOES.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence uses the emphatic do construction, which is used to emphasize the subject and verb agreement. In this case, "does" emphasizes that she enjoys hiking but clarifies her true love for swimming in the ocean. This construction places emphasis on the main action of the sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Do - Incorrect as it does not fit grammatically here.
Option B:
Did - Incorrect as it is past tense and doesn't match the present context.
Option C:
Does - Correct, emphasizes the main action in present tense.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect as "Does" is correct.
13.
My pens are not writing anymore I need .....
A) Another.
B) Others.
C) Other.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "My pens are not writing anymore I need..." is an example of the emphatic do construction, which emphasizes a negative situation by using "do" to negate the verb and place emphasis on the subject's state or action. In this context, "Others" (Option B) correctly implies that you need different pens or additional pens because your current ones are not functioning.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Another is singular and does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
Others fits the context of needing multiple items, emphasizing that different or additional pens are required.
Option C:
Other is incorrect as it would imply a single pen rather than multiple ones needed.
Option D:
None of the above is not correct since "Others" (Option B) fits the context well.
14.
They ..... go to the mall yesterday.
A) Did.
B) Does.
C) Have.
D) Do.
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Explanations:
The sentence "They did go to the mall yesterday" uses the emphatic form of the verb "to go." In English, the emphatic do is used for emphasis and can be placed before the subject in a question or statement. Here, it emphasizes that they indeed went to the mall.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses emphatic do for emphasis.
Option B:
Incorrect. Does is used for third-person singular subjects in simple present tense and doesn't fit here.
Option C:
Incorrect. Have is used for present perfect and doesn't fit the past context of yesterday.
Option D:
Incorrect. Do is used for questions or statements about habitual actions, not for emphasis in this context.
15.
What I ..... enjoy most about traveling is immersing myself in different cultures.
A) DO.
B) DOES.
C) DID.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "What I do enjoy most about traveling is immersing myself in different cultures" uses the emphatic form of "do," which is used to emphasize the subject and verb agreement. In this context, "do" is placed before the subject pronoun "I" to stress the action.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses the emphatic do to emphasize the subject.
Option B:
Incorrect. Uses a verb form that does not fit the sentence structure or emphasis needed.
Option C:
Incorrect. Past tense is not appropriate for this present context of enjoyment.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
16.
He ..... win the cup last week.
A) Do.
B) Does.
C) Did.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "He did win the cup last week" uses the emphatic form of the verb "to do." In this context, "did" is used to emphasize that the action (winning the cup) actually happened. This construction is known as the emphatic do.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Do" is not used in past tense sentences for emphasis.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Does" is present tense and does not fit the sentence structure.
Option C:
Correct. "Did" emphasizes that the action occurred, fitting the past tense context of last week.
Option D:
Not applicable as one of the options is correct.
17.
She ..... the guidelines for this training procedure.
A) Do write.
B) Did write.
C) Wrote.
D) Does write.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires a past tense verb to describe an action that has already been completed. "Wrote" (Option C) is the correct form of the verb in simple past tense, indicating that she completed writing the guidelines at some point before now.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it uses present tense which does not fit the context of a completed action.
Option B:
Incorrect for the same reason as Option A, using past tense but with an auxiliary verb "did" that is unnecessary here.
Option C:
Correct use of simple past tense to indicate a completed action.
Option D:
Incorrect as it uses present tense which does not fit the context of a completed action.
18.
Mark ..... volunteer at the local shelter last weekend to help those in need.
A) DO.
B) DOES.
C) DID.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Mark ..... volunteer at the local shelter last weekend to help those in need." is a past tense statement, indicating an action that occurred in the past. The correct form of the verb "to do" as an auxiliary verb for emphasis (emphatic do) in this context is "did". Therefore, option C) DID is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Do is used in present tense or questions, not past tense.
Option B:
Does is used for third-person singular subjects in the present tense.
Option C:
DID is correct for emphasizing the action in the past.
Option D:
Not applicable as DID fits the context.
19.
We always ..... go out in summer.
A) Do.
B) Does.
C) Did.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "We always do go out in summer." uses the emphatic form of "do" to stress the action. In English, when using the emphatic form with "always," we use "do" followed by the base form of the verb (go), not a conjugated form like "does" or "did."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses the correct emphatic form "do."
Option B:
Incorrect. Uses "does," which is wrong for this sentence structure.
Option C:
Incorrect. Uses "did," which is past tense and not appropriate here.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
20.
I need ..... book please
A) Another.
B) Other.
C) Others.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I need another book please" is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning of needing a different book from what was previously mentioned. The word "another" implies requesting an additional item, which fits well in this context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses "another" to indicate a single additional item needed.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Other" would imply multiple items not previously mentioned, which is not the intended meaning here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Others" implies more than one group of books, which does not fit the context.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
21.
John ..... try to fix the car himself, yet he had to ask for professional help eventually.
A) DID.
B) DOES.
C) DO.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence uses the past tense to describe a completed action in the past, which is why "DID" is correct. The emphatic do construction in English often involves using "did" with an auxiliary verb (in this case, "try") and the main verb in its base form.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Uses past tense for a completed action.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Does" is present tense and doesn't fit the context of a past event.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Do" without "did" would not properly form the emphatic construction in this sentence.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
22.
He ..... like cooking.
A) Do.
B) Does.
C) Did.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "He ..... like cooking." requires the use of an emphatic form, which is constructed with "does" followed by the subject and then the verb in its base form. Therefore, the correct answer is
B) Does.
This construction emphasizes the affirmative nature of the statement.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it uses a non-emphatic form without "does".
Option B:
Correct, using emphatic "does" to stress the positive.
Option C:
Incorrect as it uses past tense which is not appropriate here.
Option D:
Not applicable since option B is correct.
23.
She ..... what she's talking about. I'm sure she can help you.
A) Did know.
B) Do know.
C) Does know.
D) Knows.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires an emphatic form to stress the subject's knowledge, which is achieved using "Does know" in this context. This construction emphasizes that she indeed knows what she’s talking about.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as it uses past tense and does not emphasize the present or ongoing action.
Option B:
Incorrect as it starts with "Do" which is not appropriate for a third-person singular subject in this context.
Option C:
Correct, using "Does know" to emphatically state her knowledge.
Option D:
Incorrect as it lacks the emphasis provided by "Does."
24.
It ..... require a deep understanding of market trends to successfully launch a new product.
A) DID.
B) DOES.
C) DO.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires an emphatic do construction, which is used to emphasize the subject of a sentence. In this case, "does" serves as an emphatic form to stress the necessity of having a deep understanding. Therefore, option B) DOES is correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
DID - Incorrect; past tense does not fit here.
Option B:
DOES - Correct; emphatic form for stressing the necessity.
Option C:
DO - Base form is not appropriate in this context.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect, as option B is correct.
25.
I ..... study hard for my exam.
A) Does.
B) Have.
C) Do.
D) Am.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I do study hard for my exam" uses the emphatic form of "do," which is used to emphasize the main verb in a sentence. In this case, "do" is placed before the subject "I" and takes on the auxiliary function to stress the action of studying.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Does" is not used for emphasis here; it's typically used in questions or negative sentences with a third-person singular subject.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Have" does not fit the context of emphasizing the action of studying.
Option C:
Correct. "Do" is used to emphasize the main verb "study." This form is known as the emphatic do construction.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Am" is not relevant in this context; it's typically used with verbs like "be," "seem," or "appear."
26.
They ..... believe that continuous learning is essential for personal and professional growth.
A) DO.
B) DID.
C) DOES.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires a verb that agrees with the subject "They," which is plural. Therefore, "DO" (Option A) is correct because it maintains the plural subject-verb agreement in English grammar.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Maintains plural subject-verb agreement.
Option B:
Incorrect. "DID" is past tense and does not fit here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "DOES" is singular and does not match the plural subject "They."
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
27.
She met ..... friends
A) Another.
B) Other.
C) Others.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "She met other friends" is grammatically correct and conveys that she encountered a group of people who are not previously mentioned in the context. The word "other" is used to indicate an unspecified or general group, which fits well here.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Another implies only one additional person, which does not fit the plural form "friends."
Option B:
Other is correct as it refers to a general unspecified group of people.
Option C:
Others typically requires an antecedent and would be more formal or specific than needed here.
Option D:
None of the above is incorrect since Option B is valid.
28.
The team ..... need to improve its communication to work more efficiently together.
A) DO.
B) DOES.
C) DID.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires a verb to agree with the subject "team," which is singular. Therefore, "DOES" (Option B) is correct because it maintains the singular agreement and emphasizes the action of the team needing improvement in communication.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
DO - Incorrect as it does not agree with the singular subject "team."
Option B:
DOES - Correct, maintains singular agreement.
Option C:
DID - Incorrect as it is in past tense and doesn't fit the context of current need for improvement.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect as "DOES" is the correct answer.
29.
Choose the correct answer:These shoes are too small. Do you have any ..... ?
A) The another.
B) Others.
C) Each other.
D) Anothers.
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Explanations:
The sentence "These shoes are too small. Do you have any.....?" is asking for alternatives to the current shoes, implying a request for different sizes or types of shoes. The correct answer should be a word that can refer to multiple items without specifying each one.
- **Option A: The another** - This phrase is grammatically incorrect and not commonly used.
- **Option B: Others** - "Others" correctly refers to additional options, making it the appropriate choice here.
- **Option C: Each other** - This phrase implies mutual action or relationship between two people or things, which does not fit the context of asking for alternatives.
- **Option D: Anothers** - This is a misspelling and incorrect in English grammar.
Therefore, "Others" (Option B) is correct because it properly conveys that there are alternative options available.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect grammatical phrase.
Option B:
Correct; refers to additional options.
Option C:
Implies mutual relationship, not alternatives.
Option D:
Misspelling and incorrect grammar.
30.
She ..... cook the food every day.
A) Have.
B) Did.
C) Does.
D) Do.
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Explanations:
The sentence "She does cook the food every day" uses the emphatic form of the verb "to do." In English, when we want to emphasize the main verb in a sentence, we use "do," "does," or "did" followed by the base form of the verb. Here, since the subject is "she" and the action happens regularly (every day), "does" is used for emphasis.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Have" does not emphasize the main verb in this context.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Did" would be used for past tense, not present habitual actions.
Option C:
Correct. "Does" emphasizes the main verb "cook."
Option D:
Incorrect. "Do" is used without an auxiliary verb in questions or negative statements, not for emphasis here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is emphatic do in English grammar?
Emphatic do is a grammatical construction used to emphasize the truth or certainty of a statement. It involves using "do," "does," or "did" (the auxiliary verb) with a subject to stress the point being made.
Can emphatic do be used in any tense?
Yes, emphatic do can be used in various tenses. For example, "Did you really go to the party?" emphasizes the question about going to the party, and "Did I not tell you about it?" uses past tense to emphasize that the speaker did indeed inform the listener.
How does emphatic do differ from regular questions?
Emphatic do differs from regular questions in its primary purpose. While a regular question seeks information, an emphatic do construction is used to stress the truth or importance of a statement, often implying that there might be doubt about it.
Is emphatic do commonly used in everyday speech?
Emphatic do is not as common in everyday spoken English but can be found in more formal or literary contexts. It is particularly useful when you want to emphasize the certainty of a statement, such as "Did I not tell you about it?"
Can emphatic do be used with negative sentences?
Yes, emphatic do can also be used in negative sentences to emphasize the truth of a statement. For example, "Did you not see the sign?" emphasizes that there is no doubt about the existence of the sign.