English Practice Set 5 for Competitive Exams | 100 Important MCQs with Answers & Explanations

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July 09, 2026

 English Practice Set 5


Introduction

Welcome to English Practice Set–5, the fifth practice set in our competitive English series. This set contains 100 carefully selected MCQs designed to strengthen your grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and problem-solving skills.

The questions are based on the latest trends of WB Gram Panchayat, SSC, Railway, Banking, PSC, Food SI, TET, CDS, NDA, and other government recruitment 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 every question carefully.
  • Select the most appropriate answer.
  • Avoid guessing without understanding.
  • Complete the paper within the recommended time.
  • Review explanations after attempting all questions.

Section–A: Grammar MCQs

Question 1

Choose the correct sentence.

A. She don't know the answer.

B. She doesn't knows the answer.

C. She doesn't know the answer.

D. She not know the answer.

✅ Answer: C

Question 2

Choose the correct article.

He is ______ university student.

A. an

B. a

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

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

Question 3

Choose the correct preposition.

The meeting starts ______ 9 o'clock.

A. on

B. in

C. at

D. by

✅ Answer: C

Question 4

Choose the correct verb.

Every student ______ expected to attend the seminar.

A. are

B. were

C. is

D. have

✅ Answer: C

Question 5

Choose the correct tense.

She ______ a letter when I called her.

A. writes

B. wrote

C. was writing

D. has written

✅ Answer: C

Section–B: Fill in the Blanks

Question 6

The children are interested ______ drawing.

A. on

B. in

C. with

D. at

✅ Answer: B

Question 7

He apologized ______ being late.

A. for

B. at

C. to

D. with

✅ Answer: A

Question 8

The patient is suffering ______ fever.

A. from

B. with

C. by

D. on

✅ Answer: A

Question 9

She always speaks ______ confidence.

A. in

B. with

C. by

D. on

✅ Answer: B

Question 10

The train left ______ time.

A. in

B. on

C. by

D. at

✅ Answer: B

Section–C: Synonyms

Question 11

Choose the synonym of Abundant.

A. Scarce

B. Plenty

C. Sufficient

D. Ample

✅ Answer: D

Question 12

Choose the synonym of Brief.

A. Long

B. Short

C. Slow

D. Large

✅ Answer: B

Question 13

Choose the synonym of Liberty.

A. Slavery

B. Freedom

C. Duty

D. Restriction

✅ Answer: B

Question 14

Choose the synonym of Wise.

A. Intelligent

B. Foolish

C. Weak

D. Lazy

✅ Answer: A

Question 15

Choose the synonym of Silent.

A. Noisy

B. Calm

C. Quiet

D. Loud

✅ Answer: C

Section–D: Antonyms

Question 16

Choose the antonym of Victory.

A. Success

B. Triumph

C. Defeat

D. Achievement

✅ Answer: C

Question 17

Choose the antonym of Artificial.

A. False

B. Synthetic

C. Natural

D. Plastic

✅ Answer: C

Question 18

Choose the antonym of Maximum.

A. Highest

B. Greatest

C. Minimum

D. Ultimate

✅ Answer: C

Question 19

Choose the antonym of Optimistic.

A. Positive

B. Hopeful

C. Pessimistic

D. Cheerful

✅ Answer: C

Question 20

Choose the antonym of Expand.

A. Increase

B. Stretch

C. Contract

D. Grow

✅ Answer: C

Section–E: Error Detection

Question 21

Identify the incorrect part.

One of the players have been selected for the final match.

A. One of

B. the players

C. have been selected

D. for the final match

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: "One" is singular, so the correct verb is has been selected.

Question 22

Identify the incorrect part.

She is married with an engineer.

A. She

B. is married

C. with

D. an engineer

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: The correct expression is married to.

Question 23

Identify the incorrect part.

The furniture in this room are very expensive.

A. The furniture

B. in this room

C. are

D. very expensive

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: Furniture is an uncountable singular noun. Therefore, the correct verb is is.

Question 24

Identify the incorrect part.

He is looking forward to meet his friends.

A. He

B. is looking forward

C. to meet

D. his friends

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: After look forward to, use a gerund (V-ing). Correct: to meeting.

Question 25

Identify the incorrect part.

No sooner had the bell rung when the students entered the classroom.

A. No sooner

B. had the bell rung

C. when

D. the students entered

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: The correct structure is No sooner...than..., not when.

Section–F: Sentence Correction

Question 26

Choose the correct sentence.

A. He is capable to solve difficult problems.

B. He is capable of solving difficult problems.

C. He is capable for solving difficult problems.

D. He is capable solve difficult problems.

✅ Answer: B

Question 27

Choose the correct sentence.

A. The news are very surprising.

B. The news is very surprising.

C. The news were very surprising.

D. The news have very surprising.

✅ Answer: B

Question 28

Choose the correct sentence.

A. She objected to pay the fees.

B. She objected paying the fees.

C. She objected to paying the fees.

D. She objected for paying the fees.

✅ Answer: C

Question 29

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Hardly had I reached home when it started raining.

B. Hardly I had reached home when it started raining.

C. Hardly had I reached home than it started raining.

D. Hardly I reached home when it started raining.

✅ Answer: A

Question 30

Choose the correct sentence.

A. The teacher advised me to work hard.

B. The teacher advised me work hard.

C. The teacher advised me working hard.

D. The teacher advised me for working hard.

✅ Answer: A

Section–G: Idioms & Phrases

Question 31

At the eleventh hour means—

A. Very early

B. At the last possible moment

C. Every day

D. During the afternoon

✅ Answer: B

Question 32

A white elephant means—

A. A rare animal

B. A costly but useless possession

C. A lucky symbol

D. A sacred object

✅ Answer: B

Question 33

Once in a blue moon means—

A. Every week

B. Very rarely

C. Every month

D. Frequently

✅ Answer: B

Question 34

To bury the hatchet means—

A. To hide a weapon

B. To end a quarrel and become friendly

C. To dig a hole

D. To start a fight

✅ Answer: B

Question 35

To cry over spilt milk means—

A. To waste food

B. To regret something that cannot be changed

C. To become emotional

D. To prepare milk

✅ Answer: B

Section–H: One Word Substitution

Question 36

One who cannot pay his debts is—

A. Creditor

B. Debtor

C. Insolvent

D. Banker

✅ Answer: C

Question 37

A person who speaks many languages is called—

A. Linguist

B. Polyglot

C. Translator

D. Interpreter

✅ Answer: B

Question 38

One who hates mankind is—

A. Philanthropist

B. Optimist

C. Misanthrope

D. Patriot

✅ Answer: C

Question 39

A government ruled by the people is called—

A. Monarchy

B. Democracy

C. Dictatorship

D. Aristocracy

✅ Answer: B

Question 40

One who knows everything is—

A. Omnipresent

B. Omnipotent

C. Omniscient

D. Immortal

✅ Answer: C

Section–I: Phrasal Verbs

Question 41

Carry out means—

A. Cancel

B. Perform or execute

C. Delay

D. Refuse

✅ Answer: B

Question 42

Run into means—

A. Escape from

B. Meet unexpectedly

C. Run fast

D. Chase someone

✅ Answer: B

Question 43

The firemen quickly ______ the fire.

A. put out

B. put up

C. put away

D. put in

✅ Answer: A

Question 44

Please ______ your shoes before entering the room.

A. take off

B. take after

C. take over

D. take down

✅ Answer: A

Question 45

The manager will ______ the matter tomorrow.

A. look into

B. look after

C. look up

D. look out

✅ Answer: A

Section–J: Vocabulary & Spelling

Question 46

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Conscience

B. Consciense

C. Conscience

D. Conshience

✅ Answer: A

Question 47

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Maintenance

B. Maintainance

C. Maintenence

D. Maintanance

✅ Answer: A

Question 48

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Possession

B. Posession

C. Possesion

D. Posesion

✅ Answer: A

Question 49

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Miscellaneous

B. Miscelaneous

C. Miscellaneous

D. Miscelanious

✅ Answer: A

Question 50

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Achievement

B. Acheivement

C. Achievment

D. Achiement

✅ Answer: A

Section–K: Reading Comprehension

Read the passage carefully and answer Questions 51–55.

Passage

Time management is one of the most important skills for competitive examination aspirants. Students who prepare a daily study schedule and follow it consistently are more likely to complete the syllabus on time. Proper time management reduces stress, increases confidence, and allows sufficient time for revision and mock tests before the examination.

Question 51

What is the main idea of the passage?

A. Importance of physical exercise

B. Importance of time management

C. Importance of social media

D. Importance of travelling

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: The passage explains how effective time management contributes to success in competitive examinations.

Question 52

Students who follow a study schedule—

A. waste more time

B. complete the syllabus on time

C. forget lessons

D. avoid examinations

✅ Answer: B

Question 53

Proper time management helps reduce—

A. knowledge

B. confidence

C. stress

D. memory

✅ Answer: C

Question 54

Besides revision, students should also practice—

A. sports

B. mock tests

C. drawing

D. music

✅ Answer: B

Question 55

Choose the most suitable title.

A. Daily Routine

B. Benefits of Time Management

C. Competitive Games

D. Healthy Lifestyle

✅ Answer: B

Section–L: Fill in the Blanks

Question 56

She is good ______ mathematics.

A. in

B. at

C. on

D. with

✅ Answer: B

Question 57

He was absent ______ school yesterday.

A. in

B. from

C. at

D. of

✅ Answer: B

Question 58

The principal congratulated him ______ his success.

A. for

B. on

C. with

D. at

✅ Answer: B

Question 59

She insisted ______ helping the poor.

A. on

B. for

C. at

D. with

✅ Answer: A

Question 60

Honesty is ______ best policy.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: C

Section–M: Para Jumbles

Question 61

Arrange the following sentences in the correct order.

A. Health is wealth.

B. Regular exercise keeps us fit.

C. A healthy body supports a healthy mind.

D. Therefore, everyone should exercise daily.

Options

A. A-B-C-D

B. B-A-C-D

C. A-C-B-D

D. C-A-B-D

✅ Answer: A

Question 62

Arrange the following sentences.

A. The internet has changed communication.

B. People can share information instantly.

C. It has made the world more connected.

D. Therefore, it plays an important role in modern life.

Options

A. A-B-C-D

B. B-C-A-D

C. A-C-B-D

D. C-B-A-D

✅ Answer: A

Question 63

Arrange the following sentences.

A. Reading books improves vocabulary.

B. It also develops critical thinking.

C. Good readers become better communicators.

D. Hence, reading should become a daily habit.

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. Hardly had the train left when we reached the station.

B. Hardly the train had left when we reached the station.

C. Hardly had the train left than we reached the station.

D. Hardly the train left when we reached the station.

✅ Answer: A

Question 65

Choose the correct article.

He wants to become ______ IAS officer.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: IAS begins with the vowel sound /aɪ/, so an is used.

Question 66

Choose the correct verb.

Mathematics ______ my favourite subject.

A. are

B. were

C. is

D. have

✅ Answer: C

Question 67

Choose the correct tense.

By next month, they ______ the bridge.

A. complete

B. completed

C. will have completed

D. have completed

✅ Answer: C

Question 68

Choose the correct preposition.

She has great affection ______ her grandparents.

A. on

B. with

C. for

D. at

✅ Answer: C

Section–O: Vocabulary Challenge

Question 69

Choose the synonym of Generous.

A. Selfish

B. Kind

C. Cruel

D. Greedy

✅ Answer: B

Question 70

Choose the antonym of Scarce.

A. Rare

B. Limited

C. Abundant

D. Few

✅ Answer: C

Question 71

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Entrepreneur

B. Enterpreneur

C. Entreperneur

D. Entreprenuer

✅ Answer: A

Question 72

Choose the meaning of "To smell a rat."

A. To detect something suspicious

B. To catch a mouse

C. To become frightened

D. To clean a room

✅ Answer: A

Question 73

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The police will ______ the robbery.

A. look into

B. look after

C. look over

D. look out

✅ Answer: A

Question 74

One who studies stars and planets is called—

A. Geologist

B. Astronomer

C. Meteorologist

D. Zoologist

✅ Answer: B

Question 75

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Opportunity

B. Oportunity

C. Oppurtunity

D. Oppertunity

✅ Answer: A

Quick Competitive Exam Tips

✅ Solve at least 25–30 English MCQs daily.

✅ Revise commonly confused prepositions and articles every week.

✅ Learn 10 new vocabulary words with examples each day.

✅ Read one English editorial regularly to improve comprehension.

✅ Practice previous year questions before attempting mock tests.

✅ Analyze your mistakes and maintain an error notebook.

Final Mixed English MCQs (Questions 76–100)

Question 76

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Every one of the students were present.

B. Every one of the students was present.

C. Every one of the students are present.

D. Every one of students was present.

✅ Answer: B

Question 77

Choose the correct preposition.

He is interested ______ learning foreign languages.

A. at

B. in

C. with

D. on

✅ Answer: B

Question 78

Choose the correct article.

She is ______ MBA graduate.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: MBA begins with the vowel sound /em/, so an is used.

Question 79

Choose the synonym of Prosperity.

A. Poverty

B. Success

C. Failure

D. Weakness

✅ Answer: B

Question 80

Choose the antonym of Flexible.

A. Adaptable

B. Rigid

C. Elastic

D. Soft

✅ Answer: B

Question 81

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The company decided to ______ a new office in Siliguri.

A. set up

B. set off

C. set aside

D. set down

✅ Answer: A

Question 82

Choose the meaning of "Burn the midnight oil."

A. Waste electricity

B. Work or study late into the night

C. Start a fire

D. Sleep late

✅ Answer: B

Question 83

Choose the One Word Substitution.

One who cannot be defeated is—

A. Invisible

B. Invincible

C. Immortal

D. Incredible

✅ Answer: B

Question 84

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Separate

B. Seperate

C. Seperete

D. Separate

✅ Answer: A

Question 85

Choose the correct tense.

By next Friday, I ______ this book.

A. finish

B. finished

C. will have finished

D. have finished

✅ Answer: C

Question 86

Identify the incorrect part.

He suggested me to join the coaching class.

A. He

B. suggested

C. me to join

D. the coaching class

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: After suggest, we use a gerund or a that-clause. Correct forms:

  • He suggested joining the coaching class.
  • He suggested that I should join the coaching class.

Question 87

Choose the correct sentence.

A. She is accustomed to get up early.

B. She is accustomed to getting up early.

C. She is accustomed getting up early.

D. She accustomed to getting up early.

✅ Answer: B

Question 88

Fill in the blank.

The judge was satisfied ______ the evidence presented.

A. with

B. by

C. at

D. on

✅ Answer: A

Question 89

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The meeting has been ______ until next week.

A. put off

B. put on

C. put out

D. put up

✅ Answer: A

Question 90

Choose the synonym of Brilliant.

A. Dull

B. Intelligent

C. Weak

D. Silent

✅ Answer: B

Question 91

Choose the antonym of Expand.

A. Increase

B. Extend

C. Contract

D. Enlarge

✅ Answer: C

Question 92

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Either of the books are useful.

B. Either of the books is useful.

C. Either books are useful.

D. Either book are useful.

✅ Answer: B

Question 93

Choose the meaning of "By hook or by crook."

A. By fair means only

B. By any possible means

C. With great honesty

D. Very carefully

✅ Answer: B

Question 94

Choose the One Word Substitution.

A person who loves books is—

A. Bibliophile

B. Philatelist

C. Numismatist

D. Linguist

✅ Answer: A

Question 95

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Existence

B. Existance

C. Existance

D. Exsistence

✅ Answer: A

Question 96

Choose the correct article.

He is ______ honest officer.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Question 97

Choose the correct preposition.

She has confidence ______ her ability.

A. in

B. on

C. at

D. with

✅ Answer: A

Question 98

Choose the correct verb.

Neither the manager nor the workers ______ willing to accept the proposal.

A. is

B. was

C. are

D. has

✅ Answer: C

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

Question 99

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

Please ______ this form before submitting it.

A. fill in

B. give away

C. break down

D. take after

✅ Answer: A

Question 100

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Politics are a difficult subject.

B. Politics is a difficult subject.

C. Politics were a difficult subject.

D. Politics have a difficult subject.

✅ Answer: B

Score Interpretation

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

Last-Minute Revision Notes

Before appearing in the examination, revise these important topics:

  • ✅ Parts of Speech
  • ✅ Tenses
  • ✅ Articles
  • ✅ Prepositions
  • ✅ Subject–Verb Agreement
  • ✅ 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 is designed according to the latest competitive exam pattern and is highly useful for WB Gram Panchayat, SSC, Railway, Banking, PSC, Food SI, TET, and similar government examinations.

Q2. How should I prepare after completing these five Practice Sets?

Revise all incorrect answers, strengthen weak grammar topics, solve previous year questions, and attempt full-length mock tests under timed conditions.

Q3. Are these questions original?

Yes. All questions are originally prepared while following the style and difficulty level commonly seen in competitive examinations.

Q4. How many English MCQs should I practice daily?

Practicing 25–50 MCQs daily with proper revision is recommended for consistent improvement.

Q5. What should I study after this Practice Set series?

Move on to Full-Length English Mock Tests, Topic-wise Revision, and Mixed Subject Mock Tests to improve speed, accuracy, and exam temperament.

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing English Practice Set–5. This series has been carefully designed to improve your grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and overall problem-solving ability. Consistent practice, revision, and mock test analysis will help you perform confidently in competitive examinations.

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