English Grammar: 275 MCQs with Answers

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English Grammar Quiz Questions

English Grammar is one of the most important sections in competitive examinations conducted by various state and central government recruiting agencies across India. A strong command of English Grammar helps candidates improve their performance in subjects such as English Language, Communication Skills, Reading Comprehension, Error Detection, Sentence Improvement, Vocabulary, and Writing Ability.

This English Grammar Quiz contains carefully selected multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering all major grammar topics including Parts of Speech, Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Tenses, Articles, Adjectives, Adverbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Active and Passive Voice, Direct and Indirect Speech, Subject-Verb Agreement, Error Detection, Sentence Correction, Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms and Phrases, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, and Reading Comprehension.

These English Grammar MCQs are highly useful for candidates preparing for various state-level and national-level examinations. Regular practice of these questions helps improve accuracy, speed, grammatical understanding, and overall exam performance.

Important English Grammar Topics

  • Parts of Speech
  • Noun
  • Pronoun
  • Verb
  • Tenses
  • Articles
  • Adjectives
  • Adverbs
  • Prepositions
  • Conjunctions
  • Interjections
  • Active and Passive Voice
  • Direct and Indirect Speech
  • Subject-Verb Agreement
  • Error Detection
  • Sentence Improvement
  • Sentence Rearrangement
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Idioms and Phrases
  • One Word Substitution
  • Spellings
  • Cloze Test
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Vocabulary Building
  • Fill in the Blanks

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  • Haryana Judiciary
  • TGT Recruitment
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  • Assistant Lineman (ALM)
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  • Patwari
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Punjab Exams

  • PPSC Civil Services
  • Punjab Police Constable
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  • Excise Inspector
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  • Jail Warder
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Delhi Exams

  • DSSSB TGT
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  • Delhi Police Constable
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Uttar Pradesh Exams

  • UPPCS
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  • Junior Assistant
  • Stenographer
  • Review Officer
  • BEO
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Uttarakhand Exams

  • UKPSC PCS
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  • Patwari
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  • Junior Assistant
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Bihar Exams

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  • Revenue Employee
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  • Various WBPSC and WBSSC Examinations

Central Government Exams

  • SSC CGL
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  • NDA
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Practice these English Grammar Quiz Questions regularly to strengthen your grammar concepts, improve your vocabulary, and achieve higher scores in competitive examinations.

Q251. Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: He is looking forward to meet you soon.

Right Answer: to meeting you soon

The phrase 'looking forward to' is a fixed idiomatic expression in English where 'to' functions as a preposition, not as part of an infinitive verb. Since prepositions must be followed by a gerund (verb+ing form) and not the base form of a verb, the correct construction is 'looking forward to meeting', not 'looking forward to meet'. Option 2 incorrectly changes the preposition to 'for', which is not idiomatically correct with this phrase. Option 3 removes the necessary preposition 'to' entirely, and option 4 uses an incorrect perfect infinitive form. Only option 1, 'to meeting you soon', correctly follows the preposition with a gerund. Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
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Q252. Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: The judge declared the prisoner as guilty.

Right Answer: guilty

The verb 'declare' when used in the sense of pronouncing a judgment or verdict is directly followed by a complement (adjective or noun) without the preposition 'as', for example 'declared him guilty' or 'declared the meeting open'. The original sentence incorrectly inserts 'as' before the adjective 'guilty', which is grammatically redundant and non-standard usage with 'declare'. Option 1 adds an incorrect preposition 'for', option 3 retains the unnecessary 'as being', and option 4 adds an incorrect and unidiomatic phrase 'to crime'. Only option 2, simply 'guilty', correctly follows the standard construction 'declared + object + adjective'. Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.
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Q253. A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech. Ravi said, "I like this pen."

Right Answer: Ravi said he liked that pen.

When converting direct speech into indirect speech, the reporting verb 'said' (without an object) requires the tense of the reported clause to shift backward: present simple 'like' becomes past simple 'liked'. Additionally, the demonstrative pronoun 'this' typically changes to 'that' in reported speech, since the reference point shifts away from the immediate moment of speaking. Option 2 has a grammatically incorrect verb form 'like' instead of 'liked'. Option 3 incorrectly retains 'this' instead of changing it to 'that'. Option 4 fails to shift the tense backward at all. Only option 1 correctly applies both the tense shift and the pronoun change. Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
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Q254. A sentence is provided in indirect speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding direct speech. The judge said that justice must be served at any cost.

Right Answer: "Justice must be served at any cost," the judge said.

The modal verb 'must' when used to express obligation, necessity, or a strong rule generally remains unchanged when converting indirect speech back into direct speech, unlike 'can' or 'may' which typically shift. The indirect sentence uses 'must be served', so the direct speech version should also retain 'must be served at any cost' exactly, enclosed in quotation marks. Option 1 incorrectly changes 'must' to 'should', altering the degree of obligation. Options 3 and 4 completely change the sentence structure and wording, deviating from the original meaning and phrasing. Only option 2 preserves the exact wording 'Justice must be served at any cost' within quotation marks. Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.
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Q255. Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph about misinformation and fact-checking:

1. The rapid spread of misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms represents a major challenge to public discourse.
2. This method involves a systematic verification of facts, claims, and sources to provide a credible assessment of accuracy.
3. This phenomenon can erode public trust in news sources and undermine informed decision-making in a democratic society.
4. As a result, professional fact-checking organizations have emerged as a critical line of defense against the proliferation of false narratives.

Right Answer: 1, 3, 4, 2

A coherent paragraph must introduce the main topic first, then build logically through cause, effect, and resolution. Sentence 1 introduces the central issue of misinformation, making it the natural opening sentence. Sentence 3 logically follows by explaining the consequence, that it erodes public trust and undermines decision-making. Sentence 4 then presents the response, stating that fact-checking organizations have emerged as a defense. Finally, sentence 2 elaborates on the method used by these organizations, describing systematic verification. This creates the flow: problem (1) → consequence (3) → response (4) → method (2). Therefore, the correct order is 1, 3, 4, 2, making option 3 correct.
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Q256. Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph about the research process:

1. It is a process that involves the systematic and objective investigation of a subject to discover new facts or to confirm existing ones.
2. Research is a foundational pillar of academic and scientific progress.
3. This can be either theoretical, aiming to expand knowledge, or applied, seeking to solve a practical problem.
4. The findings of this investigation are then documented and peer-reviewed to ensure validity and credibility.

Right Answer: 2, 1, 3, 4

A coherent paragraph should begin by introducing the general topic before moving into specific details. Sentence 2 introduces the topic broadly, stating research is a foundational pillar of progress, making it the natural opening sentence. Sentence 1 then defines what this process involves, i.e., systematic investigation to discover or confirm facts. Sentence 3 further elaborates on the types of research, theoretical and applied. Finally, sentence 4 concludes by describing what happens after the investigation, i.e., documentation and peer review. This creates the flow: introduction (2) → definition (1) → classification (3) → conclusion (4). Therefore, the correct order is 2, 1, 3, 4, making option 1 correct.
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Q257. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: DELETERIOUS

Right Answer: Harmful

The word 'deleterious' is an adjective that means causing harm or damage, especially in a gradual or subtle way, often used in formal or scientific contexts to describe negative effects on health, the environment, or systems. Among the given options, 'Harmful' is the closest synonym, as both words convey the sense of causing injury or damage. 'Useful' and 'Helpful' are near-opposites, denoting beneficial qualities, while 'Comforting' suggests providing solace, which is unrelated in meaning. Therefore, recognizing the negative connotation embedded in 'deleterious' allows us to correctly match it with 'Harmful'. The correct answer is option 1, Harmful.
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Q258. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Cacophony

Right Answer: Harmony

'Cacophony' refers to a harsh, jarring mixture of sounds, often unpleasant to the ear, commonly used to describe chaotic noise. To find its antonym, we need a word that conveys pleasant, ordered sound. 'Harmony' means a pleasing combination or agreement of sounds, which is the direct opposite of discordant noise. 'Noise', 'Dissonance', and 'Clamor' are all synonyms or near-synonyms of cacophony itself, describing unpleasant or loud sounds rather than their opposite. Since the question asks for an antonym, only 'Harmony' represents the contrasting concept of pleasant, well-ordered sound. The correct answer is option 2, Harmony.
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Q259. Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Show the white feather

Right Answer: To act cowardly

The idiom 'show the white feather' originates from cockfighting, where a white feather in a gamecock's tail was considered a sign of poor breeding and cowardice, since purebred fighting cocks did not have white feathers. Over time, the phrase came to mean displaying cowardice or fear in the face of a challenge or danger. It is commonly used in British English, especially in military and wartime contexts, to criticize someone perceived as avoiding duty or difficulty out of fear. The other options describing courage, signaling for help, or graceful defeat do not match this historical and idiomatic meaning. The correct answer is option 1, to act cowardly.
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Q260. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Subterfuge

Right Answer: Candor

'Subterfuge' refers to deceit or trickery used to achieve a goal, typically by concealing one's true intentions or actions. To identify its antonym, we look for a word denoting openness and honesty. 'Candor' means the quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in communication, making it the direct opposite of subterfuge's deceptive nature. 'Chicanery', 'Trickery', and 'Deception' are all synonyms of subterfuge, reinforcing the theme of dishonesty rather than contrasting it. Recognizing that the question specifically asks for an antonym, not a synonym, is crucial to avoiding the distractor options. The correct answer is option 2, Candor.
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