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Which sentence contains a modal verb?
  • a)
    Javi can play the guitar.
  • b)
    We can drive or walk.
  • c)
    Both a and b
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Target Study Academy answered
Modal verbs express possibility, necessity, permission, or ability. In Option C ("They might visit their grandparents"), "might" is a modal verb indicating possibility.

Additional Fact: Common modal verbs include can, could, may, might, shall, should, will, would, must, etc.
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Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?
  • a)
    The students has begun their project last week.
  • b)
    She will began her new job next month.
  • c)
    He had begun studying before the exam.
  • d)
    We have began to understand the complex problem.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev SSC CGL answered
The correct sentence is Option C, "He had begun studying before the exam." The verb "begun" is the past participle form of "begin," correctly indicating the action that started before the exam in the past.

Interesting Fact: Using the past participle form in English helps construct perfect tenses and passive voice sentences.

Identify the sentence with a verb in the subjunctive mood:
  • a)
    If I were you, I would reconsider my decision.
  • b)
    She has finished her assignment already.
  • c)
    They went to the market yesterday.
  • d)
    He plays the guitar skillfully.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Bayshore Academy answered
The subjunctive mood is used to express wishes, suggestions, or hypothetical situations. In Option A ("If I were you, I would reconsider my decision"), the verb "were" is in the subjunctive mood, used for a hypothetical situation.

Additional Fact: The subjunctive mood is less common in modern English but is still used for certain specific purposes.

Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?
  • a)
    The storm had blew away the roof of the house.
  • b)
    He has blown the whistle to signal the end of the game.
  • c)
    The wind blows fiercely during the winter months.
  • d)
    They were blowing bubbles in the park.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev SSC CGL answered
The correct sentence is Option C, "The wind blows fiercely during the winter months." The verb "blows" is in the present tense, describing the ongoing action of the wind during a specific time frame.

Interesting Fact: Strong winds are common during certain seasons and can have various effects on the environment and daily life.

Choose the sentence with a verb in the past perfect tense:
  • a)
    She had cooked dinner before they arrived.
  • b)
    He will cook dinner tonight.
  • c)
    They are cooking dinner together.
  • d)
    The cat eats fish every day.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Arnav Saini answered
Explanation:

Past Perfect Tense:
- The past perfect tense is used to indicate an action that was completed before another past action or time.
- It is formed with the auxiliary verb "had" + the past participle of the main verb.

Sentence Analysis:
- Option A, "She had cooked dinner before they arrived," is the only sentence that correctly uses the past perfect tense.
- The verb "had cooked" indicates that the action of cooking dinner was completed before the arrival of "they."

Incorrect Options:
- Option B, "He will cook dinner tonight," uses the future tense.
- Option C, "They are cooking dinner together," uses the present continuous tense.
- Option D, "The cat eats fish every day," uses the simple present tense.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

Identify the sentence with an auxiliary verb:
  • a)
    She eats her lunch quietly.
  • b)
    He is reading a fascinating book.
  • c)
    They played soccer in the park.
  • d)
    The dog barks loudly at strangers.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

G.K Academy answered
Auxiliary verbs, also known as helping verbs, are used together with a main verb to create different verb tenses, forms of voice, or mood. In Option B ("He is reading a fascinating book"), "is" is an auxiliary verb used before the main verb "reading" to form the present continuous tense.

Additional Fact: Common auxiliary verbs include be, have, and do, which are used in various forms to assist other verbs.

Identify the sentence with an irregular verb in the past tense:
  • a)
    She drove to work yesterday
  • b)
    He talked to his friend yesterday.
  • c)
    They danced at the party last night.
  • d)
    The cat jumped over the fence.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Bayshore Academy answered
Irregular verbs have past tense forms that do not follow the standard -ed ending pattern. In Option A ("She walked to school every day"), "walked" is an irregular verb in the past tense form of the base verb "walk."

Additional Fact: English has many irregular verbs, and their past tense forms must be memorized as they don't follow regular patterns like adding -ed.

Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?
  • a)
    The cat lays in the sun all afternoon.
  • b)
    He had laid the book on the table before leaving.
  • c)
    She has been lying to her friends about the incident.
  • d)
    The eggs was laying in the basket.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

G.K Academy answered
The correct answer is Option C, "She has been lying to her friends about the incident." In this sentence, "lying" is the correct present participle form of the verb "to lie," meaning not telling the truth.

Interesting Fact: The confusion between "lie" and "lay" often occurs because "lie" has multiple meanings, including reclining or telling an untruth, while "lay" involves putting something down.

Which verb form correctly completes the sentence?
"The team ___ their best performance in yesterday's match."
  • a)
    has shown
  • b)
    shown
  • c)
    showing
  • d)
    showed
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishaan Roy answered
Explanation:

Simple Past Tense:
- The sentence is referring to a specific event that happened in the past, which is yesterday's match.

Verb Form 'showed':
- In English grammar, the simple past tense is used to describe actions that were completed in the past.
- The correct verb form to complete the sentence is "showed," which is the simple past tense of the verb "show."
Therefore, the correct verb form that completes the sentence is "showed."

Which of the following sentences contains an example of a transitive verb?
  • a)
    She sleeps peacefully every night.
  • b)
    The chef cooked dinner for the guests.
  • c)
    The sun rises in the east.
  • d)
    Birds chirp early in the morning.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Target Study Academy answered
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object to complete its meaning in a sentence. In the given options, "cooked" in Option B ("The chef cooked dinner for the guests") is a transitive verb because it has a direct object "dinner." The verb "cooked" is an action that is being done to something (the dinner), hence making it transitive.

Additional Fact: Transitive verbs are an integral part of sentences where the action is directly transferred to an object. They are common in English and play a significant role in forming meaningful and complete sentences.

Choose the sentence with a phrasal verb indicating movement:
  • a)
    She ran into an old friend at the store.
  • b)
    He looked after his younger sister.
  • c)
    They picked up groceries from the market.
  • d)
    The cat knocked over the vase.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranab Goyal answered
Explanation:

Movement Phrasal Verb:
- She ran into an old friend at the store: The phrasal verb "ran into" indicates movement as it means unexpectedly meeting someone. This phrasal verb implies movement towards someone or something.
- He looked after his younger sister: The phrasal verb "looked after" means to take care of someone, but it does not indicate physical movement.
- They picked up groceries from the market: The phrasal verb "picked up" means to collect or gather something, but it does not indicate physical movement.
- The cat knocked over the vase: The phrasal verb "knocked over" means to cause something to fall or tip over, but it does not indicate physical movement.

Identify the sentence with a gerund:
  • a)
    She enjoys swimming in the ocean.
  • b)
    He swam across the river yesterday.
  • c)
    They play basketball after school.
  • d)
    The cat sleeps on the windowsill.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Arnav Saini answered
Explanation:

Gerund: A gerund is a verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun.

Identifying the sentence with a gerund:
- She enjoys swimming in the ocean.
- He swam across the river yesterday.
- They play basketball after school.
- The cat sleeps on the windowsill.
In the given options, the sentence "She enjoys swimming in the ocean" contains the gerund "swimming." In this sentence, "swimming" is functioning as a noun, representing the activity that she enjoys. The other sentences do not contain gerunds but rather different verb forms (swam, play, sleeps).
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

Which sentence contains a verb in the future perfect tense?
  • a)
    She will finish her homework before dinner.
  • b)
    He finished his homework early yesterday.
  • c)
    They are finishing their project today.
  • d)
    The cat will chase the mouse.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

G.K Academy answered
The future perfect tense is used to express an action that will be completed before a specific point in the future. In Option A ("She will finish her homework before dinner"), the verb "will finish" is in the future perfect tense, indicating the completion of homework before a future event (dinner).

Additional Fact: The future perfect tense is formed using the future tense of the auxiliary verb "will have" with the past participle of the main verb.

Which verb form correctly completes the sentence?
"Many trees ___ down by the strong winds last night."
  • a)
    blown
  • b)
    blew
  • c)
    blow
  • d)
    blowing
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranab Goyal answered
Explanation:

Subject-Verb Agreement:
- In this sentence, the subject is "trees," which is a plural noun.
- When the subject is plural, the verb should also be in the plural form.

Verb Form:
- The correct verb form to use with a plural subject like "trees" is the past tense plural form.
- The past tense plural form of the verb "blow" is "blew."

Correct Answer:
- Therefore, the correct verb form that completes the sentence is "Many trees blew down by the strong winds last night."

Which sentence includes an example of a linking verb?
  • a)
    She smells the flowers in the garden.
  • b)
    The weather seems pleasant today.
  • c)
    They danced all night long.
  • d)
    He writes stories for children.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Target Study Academy answered
Linking verbs connect the subject of a sentence to a subject complement or an adjective that describes or renames the subject. In Option B ("The weather seems pleasant today"), "seems" is a linking verb as it connects the subject "weather" to the subject complement "pleasant."

Additional Fact: Common linking verbs include "be" verbs (is, am, are, was, were, etc.) and other verbs like "seem," "appear," "become," and "feel."

Which sentence uses the correct verb tense?
"The birds ___ south for the winter every year."
  • a)
    flown
  • b)
    flew
  • c)
    fly 
  • d)
    flying
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Nilesh Banerjee answered
Correct Verb Tense in the Sentence

Explanation:
The correct verb tense in the sentence "The birds flew south for the winter every year" is option 'C' - flew.

Reasoning:
- The sentence is referring to a past action that happened regularly every year, which indicates a habitual action in the past.
- The verb "flew" is in the simple past tense, which correctly conveys the idea of the birds flying south for the winter in the past.
Therefore, the sentence "The birds flew south for the winter every year" uses the correct verb tense.

Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?
  • a)
    She has swum across the lake every summer.
  • b)
    He had swim in the pool yesterday.
  • c)
    Swimming in the ocean seems relaxing.
  • d)
    They were swim in the river earlier.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Arnav Saini answered
Explanation:

Correct sentence:
- She has swum across the lake every summer.

Reason:
- The correct form of the verb should be used in a sentence. In this case, "swum" is the past participle form of the verb "swim," which is correct in the sentence.

Incorrect sentences:
- He had swim in the pool yesterday.
- Swimming in the ocean seems relaxing.
- They were swim in the river earlier.

Reason for incorrect sentences:
- In the second sentence, "swim" is used instead of the past participle form "swum."
- In the third sentence, "swimming" is used instead of the correct form "swum."
- In the fourth sentence, "swim" is used instead of the past participle form "swum."

Conclusion:
- It is important to use the correct form of the verb in a sentence to ensure grammatical accuracy. In this case, the correct sentence is "She has swum across the lake every summer."

Which sentence contains an example of an infinitive verb?
  • a)
    She wants to dance at the party.
  • b)
    He walked to the store quickly.
  • c)
    They have finished their homework.
  • d)
    The cat chased the mouse.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

T.S Academy answered
An infinitive verb is the base form of a verb preceded by the word "to." In Option A ("She wants to dance at the party"), "to dance" is an infinitive verb expressing the action that the subject wants to perform.

Additional Fact: Infinitive verbs are versatile and can function as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs in a sentence.

Which sentence uses the correct verb tense?
"The company ___ a new marketing strategy last year."
  • a)
    implementing
  • b)
    implemented
  • c)
    implements
  • d)
    implement
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishaan Roy answered
The Correct Verb Tense
The sentence in question is: "The company ___ a new marketing strategy last year." The correct answer is option 'B) implemented'. Here's why:
Understanding the Context
- The phrase "last year" indicates that the action took place in the past.
- To accurately describe a completed action in the past, we must use the simple past tense.
Analysis of Options
- a) implementing: This is the present participle form and suggests an ongoing action, which does not fit since the action is completed.
- b) implemented: This is the simple past tense form of the verb "implement." It correctly denotes that the action occurred and was completed in the past.
- c) implements: This is the simple present tense form, which indicates a habitual action or a general truth, not suitable for past events.
- d) implement: This is the base form of the verb, typically used in the present tense or as a command, which does not apply here.
Conclusion
In summary, the correct choice is 'implemented' because it accurately reflects the completed action of the company creating a new marketing strategy in the past. Using the simple past tense is essential in this context to convey the right timeframe of the action.

Identify the sentence with a phrasal verb:
  • a)
    She looked at the painting.
  • b)
    He turned down the offer.
  • c)
    They went to the beach.
  • d)
    The cat jumped on the table.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Malavika Rane answered
Understanding Phrasal Verbs
Phrasal verbs are combinations of verbs with prepositions or adverbs that create a unique meaning different from the individual words. They are commonly used in English and can often create confusion.
Analyzing the Options
- Option A: She looked at the painting.
- This sentence contains a verb ("looked") and a preposition ("at"), but it does not form a phrasal verb. "Look at" simply means to direct one's gaze towards something.
- Option B: He turned down the offer.
- This is the correct option. "Turned down" is a classic example of a phrasal verb. Here, "turned" is the main verb, and "down" modifies its meaning. To "turn down" means to reject or refuse something, in this case, the offer.
- Option C: They went to the beach.
- In this sentence, "went" is a verb, and "to" is a preposition indicating direction. There is no phrasal verb present; "went to" is a straightforward expression.
- Option D: The cat jumped on the table.
- This sentence features the verb "jumped" and the preposition "on." Similar to the previous examples, it does not form a phrasal verb.
Conclusion
The correct answer is option B, "He turned down the offer," as it includes the phrasal verb "turned down," which conveys the act of rejecting something. Understanding phrasal verbs is essential for mastering English usage and enhancing communication skills.

Which sentence uses the correct verb tense?
"The construction workers ___ the foundation last month."
  • a)
    have laid
  • b)
    lays
  • c)
    laying
  • d)
    laid
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Ssc Cgl answered
The correct verb tense in this sentence is past tense, indicating an action that happened in the past. "Laid" is the past tense form of the verb "lay," fitting the sentence structure and denoting the completion of the foundation work last month.

Interesting Fact: Constructing a sturdy foundation is crucial in ensuring the stability and durability of a building or structure.

Identify the intransitive verb in the following sentence:
"John walks to the park every morning."
  • a)
    walks
  • b)
    to
  • c)
    park
  • d)
    morning
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Target Study Academy answered
An intransitive verb is a verb that doesn't require a direct object to complete its meaning in a sentence. In this sentence, "walks" in Option A ("John walks to the park every morning") is an intransitive verb as it doesn't require an object to make the sentence complete. It conveys a complete meaning by itself.

Additional Fact: Intransitive verbs often denote actions that can be performed without directly affecting an object. They are essential in constructing sentences that describe actions or states without the necessity of a direct object.

Which sentence includes a verb in the imperative mood?
  • a)
    She is playing the piano beautifully.
  • b)
    Please bring me a glass of water.
  • c)
    They will visit the museum next week.
  • d)
    The teacher explains the lesson clearly.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Bayshore Academy answered
The imperative mood is used for giving commands or making requests. In Option B ("Please bring me a glass of water"), the verb "bring" is in the imperative mood, giving a polite request.

Additional Fact: Imperative mood sentences often lack a subject because they're directed at the listener or reader.

Which sentence includes a stative verb?
  • a)
    She is running a marathon.
  • b)
    The cake tastes delicious.
  • c)
    They have been waiting for hours.
  • d)
    The children played in the garden.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Iq Funda answered
Stative verbs are verbs that express a state or condition rather than an action. In the given options, "tastes" in Option B ("The cake tastes delicious") is a stative verb as it describes the state or quality of the cake. Stative verbs often refer to feelings, senses, thoughts, or states of being.

Additional Fact: Stative verbs contrast with dynamic verbs, which express actions or processes rather than states or conditions.

Which sentence uses the correct verb tense?
  • a)
    The car runs out of gas yesterday.
  • b)
    She had run three marathons by the time she turned 30.
  • c)
    He is running late for the meeting now.
  • d)
    We runs to the store every day.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev SSC CGL answered
The correct verb tense in this sentence is the past perfect tense, which indicates an action completed before a certain point in the past. "She had run three marathons by the time she turned 30" correctly portrays a completed action before a specific past event.

Interesting Fact: Running marathons is a significant achievement that requires endurance and rigorous training.

Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?
  • a)
    The child had fell asleep before midnight.
  • b)
    She has fell in love with that book series.
  • c)
    The leaves fall gently from the trees in autumn.
  • d)
    He had falled down the stairs last week.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev SSC CGL answered
The correct sentence is Option C, "The leaves fall gently from the trees in autumn." The verb "fall" is in the present tense, describing the ongoing action of leaves dropping from trees.

Interesting Fact: The falling of leaves in autumn is a natural process known as "leaf abscission" triggered by environmental changes.

Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?
  • a)
    They had been rised early to catch the sunrise.
  • b)
    The bread have risen nicely in the warm oven.
  • c)
    The sun rose beautifully over the horizon.
  • d)
    He had rose from his seat abruptly.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

T.S Academy answered
The correct sentence is Option C, "The sun rose beautifully over the horizon." The verb "rose" is the past tense of "rise," indicating the action of the sun ascending in the sky.

Interesting Fact: "Rise" and "raise" are often confused. "Rise" is an intransitive verb, which means it doesn't need an object, while "raise" is transitive, requiring an object.

Which verb form correctly completes the sentence?
"They ___ to their grandparents' house every summer."
  • a)
    goes
  • b)
    go
  • c)
    going
  • d)
    went
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Target Study Academy answered
The correct verb form here is the present tense to indicate a habitual action. "Go" is the base form of the verb "to go," which fits the sentence structure, denoting the recurring action of visiting their grandparents' house every summer.

Interesting Fact: Habits or routine actions are typically expressed in the present tense to show their regular occurrence.

Which verb form correctly completes the sentence?
"The teacher ___ the students' progress every month."
  • a)
    is assessing
  • b)
    assessing
  • c)
    assess
  • d)
    assessed
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ssc Cgl answered
The correct verb form here is the present continuous tense, indicating an ongoing action. "Is assessing" is the present continuous form of the verb "assess," showing that the teacher is currently engaged in the activity of evaluating the students' progress.

Interesting Fact: Regular assessment of students helps teachers understand their strengths and weaknesses, enabling them to tailor teaching methods accordingly.

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