Grammar | MCQs

Explanation

An infinitive phrase begins with "to" + base verb, like "to arrive."

It functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.

Explanation

'Dog' is the subject of the sentence — the one performing the action (barking).

Though the sentence starts with "There is," the real subject comes after the verb "is."

Explanation

The reporting verb "said" is in the past tense.

Therefore, the verb in the reported speech also shifts one step back in tense:

"am going" (present continuous) → "was going" (past continuous).

The pronoun "I" changes to "she" to match the subject.

Correct Answer: c) She said that she was going to the market.

Explanation

A predicate is the part of a sentence that:

Describes the action (verb) performed by the subject.

Example: "She dances gracefully." (Predicate: dances gracefully)

States what the subject is.

Example: "The sky is blue." (Predicate: is blue)

Explanation

"Since it was raining" cannot stand alone as a complete sentence, so it is a dependent clause.

It provides a reason but needs the main clause to complete the meaning.

Explanation

My cousin will visit us soon.

Common gender words can refer to either male or female (e.g., cousin).

Explanation

"Stars" is plural, so the auxiliary verb "do" is correct.

The base form "shine" follows "do" in questions.

Explanation

The function of the modal verb "should" here is Advice.

It suggests what is the right or best thing to do for safety.

It expresses a recommendation.

Explanation

"We've" is the correct contraction for "we have."

It combines the subject "we" with the auxiliary verb "have."

Explanation

A declarative sentence is used to make a statement or express an opinion.

It ends with a period (full stop).

It is the most common type of sentence.