Upper Intermediate Grammar Review

What is the purpose of using 'that' in a sentence?

• 'That' is a conjunction used to connect two independent clauses.

• 'That' is a relative pronoun used to introduce a defining clause.

• 'That' is an adverb used to modify verbs.

• 'That' is a noun used to refer to a specific thing.

Explain the term 'gerund' and provide an example.

• A gerund is a verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun (e.g., 'Swimming is fun.').

• A gerund is a type of adjective that describes a noun.

• A gerund is a verb form that can only be used in the past tense.

• A gerund is a noun that cannot be modified by an adjective.

Define 'modal verbs' and give examples.

• Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, or ability (e.g., can, could, may, might, must).

• Modal verbs are main verbs that indicate time and tense (e.g., run, jump, swim).

• Modal verbs are verbs that describe actions in the past (e.g., walked, talked, played).

• Modal verbs are verbs that express emotions and feelings (e.g., love, hate, enjoy).

What is the structure of a second conditional sentence?

• If + present simple, will + base form of the verb.

• If + past simple, would + base form of the verb.

• If + past perfect, would have + past participle.

• If + future simple, might + base form of the verb.

Which word correctly completes the sentence: 'Mrs. Johnson, _____ daughter is also a teacher here, teaches third grade.'?

• who

• whom

• whose

• which

Explain the use of 'would' in conditional sentences.

• 'Would' is used to express a hypothetical situation or a result of a condition.

• 'Would' indicates a definite outcome in real situations.

• 'Would' is used to express a command or request.

• 'Would' is used to describe past actions only.

What is the difference between 'have' and 'having' in terms of usage?

• 'Have' is used as a main verb, while 'having' is the gerund form used in continuous tenses or as a noun.

• 'Have' is only used in the past tense, while 'having' is used in the present tense.

• 'Have' is used in questions, while 'having' is used in statements.

• 'Have' is an auxiliary verb, while 'having' is a modal verb.

Complete the sentence: 'If I went anywhere, it (be) ________ New Zealand.'

• will be

• would be

• might be

• could be

What is a conditional sentence?

• A sentence that expresses a command or request.

• A sentence that describes a fact or opinion.

• A sentence that expresses a condition and its possible outcome, often using 'if'.

• A sentence that asks a question.

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'When I arrived in Spain, I had to get used to _________ lunch late.'?

• having

• to have

• have

• had