English Practice Set 4 for Competitive Exams | 100 Important MCQs with Answers & Explanations

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July 09, 2026

 English Practice Set 4


Introduction

Welcome to English Practice Set–4, designed for aspirants preparing for various government competitive examinations. This practice set contains 100 exam-oriented MCQs covering grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and reasoning-based English questions.

The difficulty level is Easy to Moderate, following the latest pattern of WB Gram Panchayat, SSC, Railway, PSC, Banking, Food SI, TET, CDS, NDA, and other competitive examinations.

Topics Covered

  • Parts of Speech
  • Tenses
  • Articles
  • Prepositions
  • Subject–Verb Agreement
  • Error Detection
  • Sentence Correction
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Idioms & Phrases
  • One Word Substitution
  • Phrasal Verbs
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Para Jumbles
  • Vocabulary
  • Mixed Grammar

Exam Pattern

ParticularDetails
Total Questions100
Total Marks100
Marks per Question1
Negative MarkingNo
Difficulty LevelEasy to Moderate
Recommended Time45 Minutes

Instructions

  • Read each question carefully.
  • Choose the most appropriate answer.
  • Avoid random guessing.
  • Complete the set within the allotted time.
  • Review the explanations after finishing.

Section–A: Grammar MCQs

Question 1

Choose the correct sentence.

A. He have finished his homework.

B. He has finished his homework.

C. He having finished his homework.

D. He has finish his homework.

✅ Answer: B

Question 2

Choose the correct article.

He is ______ honest businessman.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Question 3

Choose the correct preposition.

The train arrived ______ the station on time.

A. in

B. at

C. into

D. by

✅ Answer: B

Question 4

Choose the correct verb.

Each of the employees ______ received the notice.

A. have

B. has

C. are

D. were

✅ Answer: B

Question 5

Choose the correct tense.

Look! The children ______ football.

A. play

B. played

C. are playing

D. have played

✅ Answer: C

Section–B: Fill in the Blanks

Question 6

He is famous ______ his excellent teaching.

A. of

B. for

C. with

D. by

✅ Answer: B

Question 7

The manager agreed ______ our proposal.

A. with

B. to

C. for

D. at

✅ Answer: B

Question 8

We have been waiting ______ two hours.

A. since

B. from

C. for

D. by

✅ Answer: C

Question 9

You should always ______ the truth.

A. speak

B. speaks

C. speaking

D. spoke

✅ Answer: A

Question 10

The baby slept ______ after drinking milk.

A. peaceful

B. peacefully

C. peace

D. more peaceful

✅ Answer: B

Section–C: Synonyms

Question 11

Choose the synonym of Ancient.

A. Modern

B. Old

C. New

D. Recent

✅ Answer: B

Question 12

Choose the synonym of Assist.

A. Ignore

B. Help

C. Refuse

D. Stop

✅ Answer: B

Question 13

Choose the synonym of Purchase.

A. Sell

B. Buy

C. Borrow

D. Return

✅ Answer: B

Question 14

Choose the synonym of Accurate.

A. Correct

B. Wrong

C. False

D. Careless

✅ Answer: A

Question 15

Choose the synonym of Rapid.

A. Slow

B. Quick

C. Weak

D. Lazy

✅ Answer: B

Section–D: Antonyms

Question 16

Choose the antonym of Victory.

A. Triumph

B. Win

C. Defeat

D. Success

✅ Answer: C

Question 17

Choose the antonym of Generous.

A. Kind

B. Selfish

C. Helpful

D. Noble

✅ Answer: B

Question 18

Choose the antonym of Expand.

A. Increase

B. Stretch

C. Contract

D. Extend

✅ Answer: C

Question 19

Choose the antonym of Include.

A. Add

B. Contain

C. Exclude

D. Admit

✅ Answer: C

Question 20

Choose the antonym of Optimistic.

A. Positive

B. Cheerful

C. Hopeful

D. Pessimistic

✅ Answer: D

Section–E: Error Detection

Question 21

Identify the incorrect part.

Neither of the two brothers have attended the meeting.

A. Neither

B. of the two brothers

C. have attended

D. the meeting

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: Neither is singular, so the correct verb is has attended.

Question 22

Identify the incorrect part.

The sceneries of Kashmir are beautiful.

A. The

B. sceneries

C. are

D. beautiful

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: Scenery is an uncountable noun. The correct sentence is: The scenery of Kashmir is beautiful.

Question 23

Identify the incorrect part.

She insisted to go with us.

A. She

B. insisted

C. to go

D. with us

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: The correct structure is insisted on going.

Question 24

Identify the incorrect part.

The teacher as well as the students are present.

A. The teacher

B. as well as

C. the students

D. are present

✅ Answer: D

Explanation: With as well as, the verb agrees with the first subject (teacher), so it should be is present.

Question 25

Identify the incorrect part.

He is capable to solve the problem.

A. He

B. is capable

C. to solve

D. the problem

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: The correct expression is capable of solving.

Section–F: Sentence Correction

Question 26

Choose the correct sentence.

A. The teacher made the students to write.

B. The teacher made the students write.

C. The teacher made the students writing.

D. The teacher made students to writing.

✅ Answer: B

Question 27

Choose the correct sentence.

A. I am used to wake up early.

B. I am used to waking up early.

C. I am use to waking up early.

D. I used waking up early.

✅ Answer: B

Question 28

Choose the correct sentence.

A. He denied to steal the money.

B. He denied stealing the money.

C. He denied steal the money.

D. He denied stole the money.

✅ Answer: B

Question 29

Choose the correct sentence.

A. She succeeded to pass the examination.

B. She succeeded in passing the examination.

C. She succeeded for passing the examination.

D. She succeeded passing the examination.

✅ Answer: B

Question 30

Choose the correct sentence.

A. This book is preferable than that one.

B. This book is preferable to that one.

C. This book is preferable over that one.

D. This book is preferable from that one.

✅ Answer: B

Section–G: Idioms & Phrases

Question 31

To beat about the bush means—

A. To fight in a forest

B. To avoid the main point

C. To win easily

D. To cut trees

✅ Answer: B

Question 32

To add fuel to the fire means—

A. To extinguish a fire

B. To make a situation worse

C. To cook food

D. To solve a problem

✅ Answer: B

Question 33

To face the music means—

A. To enjoy a concert

B. To accept punishment or criticism

C. To become a musician

D. To sing loudly

✅ Answer: B

Question 34

A piece of cake means—

A. A delicious dessert

B. A very easy task

C. A birthday celebration

D. A difficult examination

✅ Answer: B

Question 35

To keep an eye on means—

A. To close one's eyes

B. To watch carefully

C. To ignore

D. To sleep

✅ Answer: B

Section–H: One Word Substitution

Question 36

One who studies plants is called—

A. Zoologist

B. Botanist

C. Ecologist

D. Geologist

✅ Answer: B

Question 37

A place where books are kept is called—

A. Laboratory

B. Library

C. Museum

D. Gallery

✅ Answer: B

Question 38

One who cannot be corrected is—

A. Obedient

B. Incorrigible

C. Intelligent

D. Humble

✅ Answer: B

Question 39

A person who looks on the bright side of life is—

A. Pessimist

B. Optimist

C. Critic

D. Cynic

✅ Answer: B

Question 40

One who lives at the same time as another is called—

A. Ancestor

B. Descendant

C. Contemporary

D. Successor

✅ Answer: C

Section–I: Phrasal Verbs

Question 41

Look after means—

A. Ignore

B. Take care of

C. Search for

D. Call someone

✅ Answer: B

Question 42

Bring up means—

A. Raise a child

B. Put down

C. Break something

D. Give away

✅ Answer: A

Question 43

The meeting has been ______ until Monday.

A. put off

B. taken after

C. broken into

D. looked over

✅ Answer: A

Question 44

The thief managed to ______ from the police.

A. get away

B. get over

C. get through

D. get along

✅ Answer: A

Question 45

Please ______ the lights before leaving the room.

A. turn off

B. turn on

C. take off

D. call off

✅ Answer: A

Section–J: Vocabulary & Spelling

Question 46

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Pronunciation

B. Pronounciation

C. Prononcation

D. Pronounciaton

✅ Answer: A

Question 47

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Embarrass

B. Embarass

C. Embarres

D. Embarrass

✅ Answer: A

Question 48

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Millennium

B. Millenium

C. Milennium

D. Milleniam

✅ Answer: A

Question 49

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Lieutenant

B. Leutenant

C. Lieutenant

D. Lutenant

✅ Answer: A

Question 50

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Conscious

B. Concious

C. Conscous

D. Consious

✅ Answer: A

Section–K: Reading Comprehension

Read the passage carefully and answer Questions 51–55.

Passage

Success in competitive examinations depends on consistent practice, proper planning, and regular revision. Many students study hard but fail to revise what they have learned. Revision strengthens memory, improves confidence, and helps candidates perform better in the examination hall. Therefore, a balanced study plan should always include time for revision.

Question 51

What is the main idea of the passage?

A. Importance of revision

B. Importance of sports

C. Importance of newspapers

D. Importance of computers

✅ Answer: A

Explanation: The passage mainly emphasizes the importance of regular revision in competitive exam preparation.

Question 52

Revision helps students—

A. forget lessons

B. strengthen memory

C. waste time

D. avoid examinations

✅ Answer: B

Question 53

According to the passage, many students—

A. never study

B. study only at night

C. study hard but ignore revision

D. dislike examinations

✅ Answer: C

Question 54

A balanced study plan should include—

A. only reading

B. only mock tests

C. revision

D. entertainment only

✅ Answer: C

Question 55

Choose the best title.

A. Study Without Revision

B. Importance of Revision in Exam Preparation

C. Computer Education

D. Physical Exercise

✅ Answer: B

Section–L: Fill in the Blanks

Question 56

He is afraid ______ dogs.

A. with

B. from

C. of

D. for

✅ Answer: C

Question 57

She succeeded ______ solving the problem.

A. in

B. on

C. for

D. with

✅ Answer: A

Question 58

The train arrived ______ the platform on time.

A. at

B. in

C. over

D. under

✅ Answer: A

Question 59

The principal congratulated the students ______ their excellent performance.

A. on

B. in

C. with

D. of

✅ Answer: A

Question 60

Knowledge is ______ power.

A. the

B. a

C. an

D. no article

✅ Answer: D

Section–M: Para Jumbles

Question 61

Arrange the following sentences.

A. Education develops our personality.

B. It teaches discipline.

C. It prepares us for life.

D. Therefore, everyone should receive education.

Options

A. A-B-C-D

B. B-A-C-D

C. A-C-B-D

D. C-B-A-D

✅ Answer: A

Question 62

Arrange the following sentences.

A. Trees help reduce pollution.

B. They provide oxygen.

C. They keep the environment healthy.

D. Hence, we should plant more trees.

Options

A. A-B-C-D

B. B-A-C-D

C. C-A-B-D

D. A-C-B-D

✅ Answer: A

Question 63

Arrange the following sentences.

A. Books are a source of knowledge.

B. They improve our thinking ability.

C. Reading develops imagination.

D. Therefore, everyone should cultivate the habit of reading.

Options

A. A-B-C-D

B. C-A-B-D

C. A-C-B-D

D. B-A-C-D

✅ Answer: A

Section–N: Advanced Grammar

Question 64

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Scarcely had I reached the station when the train left.

B. Scarcely I had reached the station when the train left.

C. Scarcely had I reached the station than the train left.

D. Scarcely I reached the station when the train left.

✅ Answer: A

Question 65

Choose the correct article.

She adopted ______ European child.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: A

Explanation: European begins with the consonant sound /juː/, so a is correct.

Question 66

Choose the correct verb.

The committee ______ divided in its opinion.

A. are

B. have

C. is

D. were

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: When the committee is considered a single unit, the singular verb is is used.

Question 67

Choose the correct tense.

Before the guests arrived, we ______ dinner.

A. prepared

B. had prepared

C. have prepared

D. prepare

✅ Answer: B

Question 68

Choose the correct preposition.

He is acquainted ______ my brother.

A. to

B. at

C. with

D. by

✅ Answer: C

Section–O: Vocabulary Challenge

Question 69

Choose the synonym of Prosper.

A. Decline

B. Flourish

C. Fail

D. Reduce

✅ Answer: B

Question 70

Choose the antonym of Artificial.

A. Synthetic

B. Natural

C. False

D. Plastic

✅ Answer: B

Question 71

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Privilege

B. Privelege

C. Priviledge

D. Privillage

✅ Answer: A

Question 72

Choose the meaning of "A blessing in disguise."

A. A hidden danger

B. Something that appears bad but turns out to be good

C. A religious ceremony

D. A lucky charm

✅ Answer: B

Question 73

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The police are ______ the matter carefully.

A. looking into

B. looking after

C. looking down

D. looking over

✅ Answer: A

Question 74

One who studies weather and climate is called—

A. Astronomer

B. Meteorologist

C. Ecologist

D. Seismologist

✅ Answer: B

Question 75

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Bureaucracy

B. Bureacracy

C. Bureaucrasy

D. Burocracy

✅ Answer: A

Quick Competitive Exam Tips

✅ Read English newspapers for at least 20 minutes daily.

✅ Revise one grammar topic every day.

✅ Learn 10–15 new vocabulary words daily.

✅ Solve previous year questions regularly.

✅ Practice one full English mock test every week.

✅ Analyze your mistakes after every practice session.

Final Mixed English MCQs (Questions 76–100)

Question 76

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Everybody have their own opinion.

B. Everybody has his or her own opinion.

C. Everybody have his opinion.

D. Everybody has their opinion are.

✅ Answer: B

Question 77

Choose the correct preposition.

The teacher was pleased ______ the students' performance.

A. with

B. on

C. for

D. by

✅ Answer: A

Question 78

Choose the correct article.

It was ______ unforgettable experience.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Question 79

Choose the synonym of Accurate.

A. Correct

B. False

C. Careless

D. Wrong

✅ Answer: A

Question 80

Choose the antonym of Ancient.

A. Historic

B. Modern

C. Old

D. Traditional

✅ Answer: B

Question 81

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The company will ______ a new branch next month.

A. set up

B. break up

C. turn down

D. take off

✅ Answer: A

Question 82

Choose the meaning of "Spill the beans."

A. Cook food

B. Reveal a secret

C. Waste money

D. Make tea

✅ Answer: B

Question 83

Choose the One Word Substitution.

One who loves his country is—

A. Patriot

B. Traitor

C. Tourist

D. Politician

✅ Answer: A

Question 84

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Independent

B. Independant

C. Independent

D. Independant

✅ Answer: A

Question 85

Choose the correct tense.

By the end of this year, they ______ the construction work.

A. complete

B. completed

C. will have completed

D. have completed

✅ Answer: C

Question 86

Identify the incorrect part.

She enjoys to read novels.

A. She

B. enjoys

C. to read

D. novels

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: The verb enjoy is followed by a gerund (V-ing). Correct: She enjoys reading novels.

Question 87

Choose the correct sentence.

A. I look forward to meet you.

B. I look forward to meeting you.

C. I look forward meet you.

D. I am looking forward meet you.

✅ Answer: B

Question 88

Fill in the blank.

The audience applauded the singer ______ his wonderful performance.

A. for

B. on

C. with

D. at

✅ Answer: A

Question 89

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The old building ______ because of the earthquake.

A. broke down

B. came across

C. turned up

D. looked after

✅ Answer: A

Question 90

Choose the synonym of Courageous.

A. Brave

B. Weak

C. Fearful

D. Timid

✅ Answer: A

Question 91

Choose the antonym of Permanent.

A. Fixed

B. Lasting

C. Temporary

D. Stable

✅ Answer: C

Question 92

Choose the correct sentence.

A. None of the information are useful.

B. None of the information is useful.

C. None of the informations is useful.

D. None information are useful.

✅ Answer: B

Question 93

Choose the meaning of "Hit the books."

A. Throw books away

B. Study seriously

C. Buy books

D. Write a book

✅ Answer: B

Question 94

Choose the One Word Substitution.

One who can use both hands equally well is—

A. Flexible

B. Ambidextrous

C. Intelligent

D. Active

✅ Answer: B

Question 95

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Exaggeration

B. Exageration

C. Exaggaration

D. Exagerration

✅ Answer: A

Question 96

Choose the correct article.

He is ______ MLA from our district.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: MLA begins with the vowel sound /em/, so an is correct.

Question 97

Choose the correct preposition.

She has great confidence ______ her abilities.

A. in

B. on

C. with

D. at

✅ Answer: A

Question 98

Choose the correct verb.

Neither the teacher nor the students ______ ready.

A. is

B. was

C. are

D. has

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: With Neither...nor, the verb agrees with the subject nearest to it (students).

Question 99

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

Please ______ this application form carefully before submitting it.

A. fill in

B. give away

C. take after

D. break into

✅ Answer: A

Question 100

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Economics are an interesting subject.

B. Economics is an interesting subject.

C. Economics were an interesting subject.

D. Economics have an interesting subject.

✅ Answer: B

Score Interpretation

Correct AnswersPerformance Level
90–100🏆 Excellent – Exam Ready
80–89🌟 Very Good – Minor Revision Needed
70–79👍 Good – Keep Practicing
60–69📘 Average – Revise Weak Topics
Below 60📖 Needs More Practice

Last-Minute Revision Notes

Before the examination, revise these high-scoring topics:

  • ✅ Tenses
  • ✅ Articles
  • ✅ Prepositions
  • ✅ Subject–Verb Agreement
  • ✅ Voice & Narration Basics
  • ✅ Error Detection
  • ✅ Sentence Correction
  • ✅ Synonyms & Antonyms
  • ✅ Idioms & Phrases
  • ✅ One Word Substitution
  • ✅ Phrasal Verbs
  • ✅ Vocabulary & Spelling
  • ✅ Reading Comprehension
  • ✅ Para Jumbles
  • ✅ Fill in the Blanks

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is this Practice Set useful for WB Gram Panchayat Exam?

Yes. It follows the latest competitive exam pattern and is highly useful for WB Gram Panchayat and similar government recruitment exams.

Q2. Which exams can benefit from this Practice Set?

This Practice Set is useful for:

  • WB Gram Panchayat
  • SSC
  • Railway
  • PSC & WBCS
  • Banking
  • Food SI
  • TET
  • CDS
  • NDA
  • Other State & Central Government Exams

Q3. How should I use these Practice Sets?

First, complete the topic-wise grammar lessons, then solve each Practice Set in a timed manner. Finally, revise the questions you answered incorrectly.

Q4. What score should I target?

Aim for 90+ marks consistently. If your score is below 75, revisit grammar concepts and practice more MCQs.

Q5. Are these questions based on previous exam trends?

Yes. The questions are inspired by frequently asked patterns in SSC, Railway, Banking, PSC, TET, and WB Gram Panchayat examinations, while remaining original.

Conclusion

English Practice Set–4 provides a balanced mix of grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and exam-oriented MCQs. Regular practice of these questions will improve your accuracy, confidence, and speed, helping you perform better in competitive examinations.

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