This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of spelling, vocabulary, and common expressions in English. Whether you are a native speaker or someone who is learning English as a second language, this quiz is an excellent opportunity to assess your understanding of the English language. You will be presented with a series of questions that will challenge your ability to spell correctly, recognize and use words correctly, and understand the meaning of common expressions.
Grammar is the foundation of the English language and knowing how to use it correctly can greatly enhance your communication skills. Vocabulary refers to the stock of words used by a person or community, and having a rich vocabulary can greatly improve your ability to express yourself accurately and effectively.
In this quiz, we will challenge your understanding of various key elements of the English language, and provide you with an opportunity to expand your knowledge and improve your skills. So get ready to put your English skills to the test!
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Can You Score Better Than 80% On This 24-Question English Quiz on Your First Try? Questions
Here's the first question: How many syllables are in the word "accident"?
4
2
3
1
What is a synonym for the word "passรฉ"?
Referee
Old-fashioned
Vestibule
Modern
According to one common proverb, what is the number of cooks that will spoil the broth?
Too many
Four
Three
One
To make someone happy or elated means to:
Exhillarate
Exhilarate
Exhillirate
Exhilirate
What does the word "ravenous" mean?
Extremely attractive
Extremely hungry
How are the words "two" and "too" related?
Homophones
Homonyms
Antonyms
Synonyms
What does the word "aplomb" mean?
Insecurity
Self-confidence
Find the word that is fake.
Vulpique
Vomiter
Vamoose
Valkyrie
Proverbially, "Never judge a book by its cover," may be used in response to a person who said...
"Jane was really mean to me the other day."
"Her nickname may be 'Nutmeg,' but Susan actually hates the taste of the spice."
"I know people say, 'It takes two to tango,' but I swear, the fight was all Tammy's fault!"
"Mary's clothes are really expensive. She must be really snobby."
How would you complete this idiom: "the new broom sweeps ___"?
Clean
Dust
Well
Up
Which is the correct spelling?
Labyrinthine
Labyrnthine
Labyrintine
Complete this proverb: If the mountain will not come to Muhammad, then Muhammad must ___ to the mountain.
Fall
Go
Bow
Dance
Here's the halfway point of the quiz! What is a synonym for the word "tremble"?
Smooth
Spill
Shake
Sour
Complete this proverb: All that glitters is not ___.
Sparkly
Diamond
Gold
Rich
Complete this proverb: No rest for the ___.
Wicked
Beautiful
Famous
Poor
What kind of pie might someone eat when forced to say sorry?
Pot pie
Cherry pie
Key lime pie
Humble pie
Which of these words has the meaning of haughty?
Supercilious
Superior
Supersonic
Superlative
Her eyes were sparkling stars on her face. Is this a metaphor or a simile?
Both
Neither
Metaphor
Simile
"Throw in the ___." What word is missing from this common phrase?
Towel
Ring
Bouquet
Bear
Which of the following is a synonym of "still"?
Mixed
Motionless
Crucial
Distinct
What is the meaning of the word "pragmatic"?
Adventurous and bold
One that serves merely for wages
Practical as opposed to idealistic
Slow to develop or heal
True or false: Spaghetto is the singular word for a piece of spaghetti.
True
False
Which word is spelled correctly?
Saperate
Seperate
Separate
Here's the final one: what is a synonym for the word "utopia"?
Organization
Shangri-la
Chalice
Hell
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