Discourse Markers Quiz 32 (15 MCQs)

Quiz Instructions

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1. ..... having a small garden, they grew a wide variety of vegetables and flowers

Correct Answer: A) In spite of.

2. ..... not knowing anyone, she felt comfortable at the party.

Correct Answer: B) In spite of.

3. Identify the sentence with the correct negative form:

Correct Answer: D) The report was never submitted.

4. "So" is a discourse marker used to show the cause of another action

Correct Answer: B) -False.

5. The current ..... in the housing market suggests that property prices will continue to rise.

Correct Answer: D) State of affairs.

6. Which of the following linkers is NOT possible?She arrived early ..... get a good seat.

Correct Answer: C) Because.

7. ..... , there are three main ways of tackling the problem .....

Correct Answer: D) In conclusion.

8. ..... you join the competition, do you think you can keep up with your already-packed schedule?

Correct Answer: C) Let's say.

9. I wrote down the details ..... I wouldn't forget them.

Correct Answer: A) In case.

10. What is the difference between discourse markers and conjunctions?

Correct Answer: D) Discourse markers connect ideas, while conjunctions join words, phrases, or clauses.

11. All 57 rooms in this luxury hotel are individually designed ..... create an air of calm.

Correct Answer: D) In order to.

12. I know the answer, ..... I can't tell you.

Correct Answer: D) Nevertheless.

13. As a rule of language, ..... the stress is on the second syllable, the word is usually verb. For example, 'pre sent (v.)'

Correct Answer: C) If.

14. The smoke will fill a large room within 10-15 minutes ..... , you will need to air the room out from time to time.

Correct Answer: A) Therefore.

15. Hawaii's Kilauea volcano exploded ..... it sent ash flying thousands of meters into the air.

Correct Answer: A) And.