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"?
2
4
1
3
What is a synonym for the word "passé"?
Referee
Old-fashioned
Modern
Vestibule
According to one common proverb, what is the number of cooks that will spoil the broth?
Three
Four
One
Too many
To make someone happy or elated means to:
Exhilarate
Exhilirate
Exhillirate
Exhillarate
What does the word "ravenous" mean?
Extremely hungry
Extremely attractive
How are the words "two" and "too" related?
Synonyms
Homonyms
Homophones
Antonyms
What does the word "aplomb" mean?
Insecurity
Self-confidence
Find the word that is fake.
Vulpique
Vamoose
Vomiter
Valkyrie
Proverbially, "Never judge a book by its cover," may be used in response to a person who said...
"Mary's clothes are really expensive. She must be really snobby."
"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!"
How would you complete this idiom: "the new broom sweeps ___"?
Up
Dust
Clean
Well
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.
Go
Dance
Bow
Fall
Here's the halfway point of the quiz! What is a synonym for the word "tremble"?
Sour
Smooth
Spill
Shake
Complete this proverb: All that glitters is not ___.
Gold
Sparkly
Rich
Diamond
Complete this proverb: No rest for the ___.
Beautiful
Famous
Wicked
Poor
What kind of pie might someone eat when forced to say sorry?
Cherry pie
Pot pie
Key lime pie
Humble pie
Which of these words has the meaning of haughty?
Supercilious
Superlative
Supersonic
Superior
Her eyes were sparkling stars on her face. Is this a metaphor or a simile?
Neither
Simile
Both
Metaphor
"Throw in the ___." What word is missing from this common phrase?
Bear
Towel
Ring
Bouquet
Which of the following is a synonym of "still"?
Mixed
Crucial
Distinct
Motionless
What is the meaning of the word "pragmatic"?
Adventurous and bold
Slow to develop or heal
Practical as opposed to idealistic
One that serves merely for wages
True or false: Spaghetto is the singular word for a piece of spaghetti.
True
False
Which word is spelled correctly?
Saperate
Separate
Seperate
Here's the final one: what is a synonym for the word "utopia"?
Shangri-la
Organization
Chalice
Hell
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