This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Discourse > Discourse Markers – Quiz 23 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Discourse Markers Quiz 23 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Select the discourse marker that indicates a conclusion is being drawn. A) Furthermore. B) Therefore. C) Likewise. D) In particular. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Therefore. 2. It's a pity we can't see each other. Look on the bright side. ..... we can meet virtually! A) By the way. B) At least. C) In any case. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) At least. 3. It's raining this morning. ..... , I think I might take a short walk. A) Nevertheless. B) Even though,. C) Despite,. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Nevertheless. 4. Choose the sentence with the correct negative form: A) I not have seen that report yet. B) I haven't yet seen that report. C) I have yet not seen that report. D) I have seen not yet that report. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) I haven't yet seen that report. 5. Identify the discourse marker in the following sentence:'Moreover, the results of the study indicated a significant correlation.' A) Moreover. B) Nonetheless. C) Additionally. D) However. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Moreover. 6. How can 'but' change the meaning of a statement when used to show contrast? A) 'But' indicates a continuation of the same idea. B) 'But' emphasizes agreement between two statements. C) 'But' is used to add additional information without contrast. D) 'But' changes the meaning by indicating a contrast or contradiction between two statements. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 'But' changes the meaning by indicating a contrast or contradiction between two statements. 7. What are some common discourse markers used to signal agreement or disagreement in a presentation? A) I don't know. B) Possibly. C) Discourse markers used to signal agreement or disagreement in a presentation include 'I agree', 'Exactly', 'Absolutely', 'Definitely' for agreement, and 'I disagree', 'On the contrary', 'However', 'Nevertheless' for disagreement. D) Maybe. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Discourse markers used to signal agreement or disagreement in a presentation include 'I agree', 'Exactly', 'Absolutely', 'Definitely' for agreement, and 'I disagree', 'On the contrary', 'However', 'Nevertheless' for disagreement. 8. How does 'in contrast' function in a discussion? A) It introduces new topics unrelated to the discussion. B) It summarizes similarities between ideas. C) It highlights differences between ideas or arguments. D) It provides a conclusion to the discussion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It highlights differences between ideas or arguments. 9. ..... her fear of public speaking and lack of experience, she delivered an impressive presentation to a large audience. A) Despite. B) However. C) Nonetheless. D) Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Despite. 10. Choose the better optionThe new policy was implemented ..... improve efficiency. A) In order to. B) So as to. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) In order to. 11. While most children learn to read easily, some need extra help. A) SIMILARITY. B) DIFFERENCE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) DIFFERENCE. 12. Discourse markers like "You know" and "Like" can only be used in informal situations A) True. B) Flase. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 13. The study examines the impact of social media on adolescent well-being ..... , it highlights the correlation between screen time and anxiety levels. A) With reference to. B) Overleaf. C) Briefly. D) So to speak. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Briefly. 14. I found the end of the book quite confusing ..... , the whole third act felt rushed. A) Specifically. B) In any case. C) More to the point. D) Admittedly. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) More to the point. 15. Despite the challenges of the job, he always maintains a positive attitude, ..... he is admired by his colleagues. A) Currently. B) Before. C) Or. D) And. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) And. 16. She studied diligently for the exam; ..... , she scored the highest marks in the class. A) As a matter of fact. B) For instance. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) As a matter of fact. 17. Many younger people are likely to consider this as acceptable, whereas older people are much more likely to find this rude. A) SIMILARITY. B) DIFFERENCE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) DIFFERENCE. 18. When do we use the discourse marker 'by the way'? A) To change topic. B) To give an afterthought that contrasts the information that came before. C) To summarise what we're going to say. D) To indicate that I'm going to change direction and talk about something not connected to the main topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To indicate that I'm going to change direction and talk about something not connected to the main topic. 19. Explain the significance of using discourse markers in public speaking. A) Discourse markers are only used in written communication. B) Discourse markers help to organize and structure the speech, signal transitions, and engage the audience. C) Discourse markers are irrelevant in public speaking. D) Using discourse markers can confuse the audience. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Discourse markers help to organize and structure the speech, signal transitions, and engage the audience. 20. We are planning the visit to the art gallery for Friday ..... , have you seen the new mural on 5th Street? A) Mind you. B) In light of. C) Incidentally. D) Granted. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Incidentally. 21. Explain how discourse markers can be used to engage the audience during a presentation. A) By speaking in a monotone voice. B) By using long and complicated sentences. C) By signaling transitions, emphasizing key points, involving the audience, and maintaining the flow of the presentation. D) By avoiding eye contact with the audience. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) By signaling transitions, emphasizing key points, involving the audience, and maintaining the flow of the presentation. 22. Which discourse marker is used to introduce a contrasting idea? A) On the other hand . B) For instance . C) Absolutely!. D) Let me see . Show Answer Correct Answer: A) On the other hand . 23. How do discourse markers contribute to the flow of a conversation? A) Discourse markers are only used in written communication. B) Discourse markers help to connect ideas, indicate relationships between utterances, and maintain the flow of conversation. C) Discourse markers have no impact on the flow of conversation. D) Discourse markers disrupt the flow of conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Discourse markers help to connect ideas, indicate relationships between utterances, and maintain the flow of conversation. 24. From 1710 to 1837 the library functioned as a legal deposit library, and ..... has an extensive collection of 18th century literature A) To sum up. B) However. C) In conclusion. D) As a result. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) As a result. 25. ..... the new policy on public art, all murals must be approved by the city council. A) Regarding. B) Admittedly. C) By and large. D) That being said. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Regarding. 26. Which sentence uses an adverb of manner correctly? A) He spoke angrily to the customer. B) The customer angrily spoke. C) He spoke angry to the customer. D) The customer spoke the angry. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) He spoke angrily to the customer. 27. Which discourse marker is used in the sentence:'Hence, it is important to consider all possible outcomes.'? A) Hence. B) Consequently. C) Thus. D) Therefore. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Hence. 28. What do we call the words and phrases used to help direct the listener when speaking? A) Transitions. B) Connectors. C) Discourse markers. D) Signposts. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Discourse markers. 29. Discuss how you would apply the discourse marker 'therefore' in a speaking task about the importance of education in society. A) Therefore can be used to connect ideas and show the logical consequence of the importance of education. B) Therefore is used to contradict the importance of education. C) Therefore should only be used in written tasks, not speaking tasks. D) Therefore is not relevant in discussing education. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Therefore can be used to connect ideas and show the logical consequence of the importance of education. 30. Choose the discourse marker that shows cause and effect: "She didn't set an alarm ..... , she overslept and missed her meeting." A) In addition. B) As a result. C) However. D) On the contrary. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) As a result. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesDiscourse Markers Quiz 1Discourse Markers Quiz 2Discourse Markers Quiz 3Discourse Markers Quiz 4Discourse Markers Quiz 5Discourse Markers Quiz 6Discourse Markers Quiz 7Discourse Markers Quiz 8Discourse Markers Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books