Practice Olympiad English

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

• He don’t like coffee.

• He doesn’t likes coffee.

• He doesn’t like coffee.

• He do not likes coffee.

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

• Each of the students were given a book.

• Each of the students was given a book.

• Each of the students have been given a book.

• Each of the students were being given a book.

What can be inferred from the following passage?
"The CEO's decision to downsize the company came as a surprise, given the recent increase in profits."

• The company was struggling financially.

• The CEO's decision was expected.

• The employees were prepared for the downsizing.

• The company was doing well financially.

Choose the correct form of the verb:
"If she ___ earlier, she wouldn't have missed the train."

• had left

• left

• leaves

• will leave

What is the main idea of the following passage?
"Despite the advancements in technology, many remote areas still lack basic infrastructure, such as roads and electricity. This lack of development hinders economic growth and access to education."

• Technology is not advancing quickly enough.

• Lack of infrastructure in remote areas impedes progress.

• Remote areas are thriving without infrastructure.

• Remote areas have more advanced technology than cities.

What can be inferred from this statement:
"He had always been an early riser, but after his retirement, he found himself sleeping in until noon"?

• He is struggling with insomnia.

• He has lost his sense of discipline.

• He is no longer interested in his hobbies.

• He enjoys his retirement.

Which literary device is primarily used in the phrase "The wind whispered through the trees"?

• Personification

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

What is the author's purpose in the following sentence?

"The new policy, while intended to benefit the community, may lead to unintended consequences that could harm small businesses."

• To persuade

• To inform

• To criticize

• To entertain

Which sentence is an example of a third conditional sentence?

• If I knew the answer, I would tell you.

• If she had studied, she would have passed the exam.

• If it rains, we will cancel the picnic.

• If you see him, tell him to call me.

Which sentence is in the passive voice?

• The project has been completed by them.

• They have completed the project.

• They will complete the project.

• They are completing the project.