Discourse Markers Quiz 38 (20 MCQs)

Quiz Instructions

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1. What discourse marker can join to sentences in one and express contrast?

Correct Answer: A) Despite .

2. Provide a brief example of how discourse markers can be used to signal a conclusion in a presentation.

Correct Answer: D) Discourse markers such as 'in conclusion', 'to sum up', or 'finally'.

3. Which sentence correctly uses the "-ly" adverb form?

Correct Answer: C) The team worked efficiently on the project.

4. Many researchers argue against the new policy ..... , it is likely to be implemented next year.

Correct Answer: B) That is to say.

5. ..... , university students in this city are very supportive of local oral traditions.

Correct Answer: B) By and large.

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

Correct Answer: A) In spite of.

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

Correct Answer: B) In spite of.

8. Identify the sentence with the correct negative form:

Correct Answer: D) The report was never submitted.

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

Correct Answer: B) -False.

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

Correct Answer: D) State of affairs.

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

Correct Answer: C) Because.

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

Correct Answer: D) In conclusion.

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

Correct Answer: C) Let's say.

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

Correct Answer: A) In case.

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

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

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

Correct Answer: D) In order to.

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

Correct Answer: D) Nevertheless.

18. 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.

19. 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.

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

Correct Answer: A) And.