This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Test Prep > Duolingo > Duolingo English Test – Quiz 1 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Duolingo English Test Quiz 1 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. READ and select the real English words A) Invoke. B) Futude. C) Comed. D) Beated. E) Falled. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Invoke. 2. Excuse me, I need the check. A) Disculpe, necesito chequear. B) Disculpe, yo necesito las cuentas. C) Dime, yo necesito un cheque. D) Disculpe, yo necesito la cuenta. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Disculpe, yo necesito la cuenta. 3. What is the primary purpose of the Duolingo English Test? A) To assess speaking skills only. B) To measure English proficiency for academic purposes. C) To evaluate writing skills only. D) To test general knowledge. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To measure English proficiency for academic purposes. 4. Which of the following is NOT one of the '5 W's' to consider when describing a picture? A) What. B) Who. C) Where. D) How. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) How. 5. What skills does the DET assess? A) Listening and writing only. B) Grammar and vocabulary only. C) Reading, writing, speaking, and listening. D) Only reading and speaking. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 6. What should you do if you feel nervous during the speaking section? A) Speak faster to finish quickly. B) Take a deep breath and slow down. C) Skip the question. D) Write down your thoughts. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Take a deep breath and slow down. 7. What should you do in the "Listen and Type" question? A) Write a summary of the statement you hear. B) Type the statement that you hear. C) Choose the correct answer from multiple choices. D) Repeat the statement out loud. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Type the statement that you hear. 8. What type of ID is required for the test? A) A photocopy of your ID. B) A digital image of your ID. C) Your physical ID. D) A scanned copy of your ID. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Your physical ID. 9. What is the best way to practice for picture description questions? A) Avoid practicing. B) Get feedback on your responses. C) Only practice writing. D) Focus on reading. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Get feedback on your responses. 10. What is the primary goal of the test format 'Summarize the Conversation' in the Duolingo English Test? A) To write an essay. B) To summarize a conversation in 75 seconds. C) To translate a passage. D) To ask questions about a conversation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To summarize a conversation in 75 seconds. 11. What type of vocabulary should you aim to use in your responses? A) Basic and repetitive. B) Complex and varied. C) Only technical terms. D) Slang and informal language. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Complex and varied. 12. Complete the sentence with the most appropriated word:After the sale was agreed, the company was given 12 weeks to ..... the building A) Expel. B) Recur. C) Vacate. D) Infer. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Vacate. 13. What should test takers remember about making corrections before submitting their answers? A) Mistakes will not count against them until they click NEXT to submit their answer. B) They should click NEXT quickly to avoid losing time. C) They can return to any question after clicking NEXT. D) They will be penalized for any corrections made before clicking NEXT. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Mistakes will not count against them until they click NEXT to submit their answer. 14. What is the adaptive feature of the Duolingo English Test? A) The test adjusts the difficulty of questions based on your performance. B) The test uses artificial intelligence to grade your responses. C) The test requires you to take a speaking and writing sample. D) The test is available online and can be taken at any time. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The test adjusts the difficulty of questions based on your performance. 15. How should you structure your response to a picture description question? A) Use only simple sentences. B) Use the '5 W's' strategy. C) Focus on one detail only. D) Write a poem. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Use the '5 W's' strategy. 16. What is a common mistake to avoid in picture description responses? A) Using complex sentences. B) Making simple grammar mistakes. C) Describing details. D) Using connecting words. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Making simple grammar mistakes. 17. What is the main focus when answering picture description questions? A) Simple labeling of objects. B) Detailed description of the image. C) Memorizing vocabulary. D) Writing a story. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Detailed description of the image. 18. What is the recommended time allocation for writing and editing in the written picture description? A) 40 seconds writing, 20 seconds editing. B) 50 seconds writing, 10 seconds editing. C) 30 seconds writing, 30 seconds editing. D) 60 seconds writing, no editing. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 50 seconds writing, 10 seconds editing. 19. Select the option that is incorrect for defining the word "UNFOLD" A) To bend something, especially paper or cloth, so that one part of it lies on the other part, or to be able to be bent in this way. B) To develop or become clear. C) To develop or become clear. D) To open or spread out something that has been folded. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To bend something, especially paper or cloth, so that one part of it lies on the other part, or to be able to be bent in this way. 20. What happens when you click NEXT after answering a question? A) You will not be penalized for mistakes. B) You cannot make corrections to your answer. C) You can return to the question later. D) You will receive immediate feedback. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) You cannot make corrections to your answer. 21. What can a test taker do if a technical error prevents their test from being uploaded or certified? A) Retake the test at no additional cost if they have attempts left on their credit. B) Purchase a new credit to retake the test. C) Contact support to receive a refund. D) Wait for the error to resolve before resuming the test. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Retake the test at no additional cost if they have attempts left on their credit. 22. Select the best word for completing the next sentence: "New Orleans ..... great music and excellent restaurants" A) Dispenses. B) Boasts. C) Garbles. D) Vacates. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Boasts. 23. How long do you have to study the image for the 'Speak About the Photo' question? A) 10 seconds. B) 20 seconds. C) 30 seconds. D) 1 minute. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 20 seconds. 24. Que significa ( thanks ) A) De nada. B) Palmas. C) Sacos. D) Gracias. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Gracias. 25. If a test taker's submitted ID has a problem, what must they do to receive their result? A) Retake the entire test with a valid ID. B) Wait for the test results without submitting any additional documents. C) Contact customer support for assistance. D) Submit a valid ID without retaking the test. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Submit a valid ID without retaking the test. Next →Related QuizzesTest Prep QuizzesGrammar QuizzesDuolingo English Test Quiz 2Duolingo English Test Quiz 3Duolingo Practice Test QuizDuolingo Vocabulary Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books