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