GSE 211 General English Exam
Section A : Multiple Choice ( 1 point each )
1 Which of the following sentences is in the present simple tense ?
a ) She is reading a book .
b ) He go to the store .
c ) They play soccer Saturday .
d ) was watching TV .
2. What is the correct form of the in the sentence ? " _____ to the market yesterday ."
a ) go
b ) goes
c ) gone
d ) went
3. Which of the following is a synonym for " happy"?
a ) Sad
b ) Joy ful
c ) Angry
d ) T ired
4. Identify the subject the sentence : " The cat the mouse ."
a ) Ch ased
b ) The cat
c ) The mouse
d ) None of above
5. What is the correct plural form of " child?
a ) Child s
b ) Children
c ) Child es
d ) Ch ildern
6 Which of the following sentences is atically correct ?
a ) She don ’t like ice cream .
b ) He doesn ’t likes ice cream .
c ) They doesn ’t like ice cream . d ) doesn ’t like ice cream .
7. What is the main of a paragraph ?
a ) A supporting detail
b ) The topic sentence
c ) The conclusion
d ) The summary
8. Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence ?
a ) I like coffee .
b ) I like coffee , and she likes tea .
c ) Because I like coffee .
d ) I like coffee when it is hot .
9. What is the purpose of a statement in an essay ?
a ) To summarize the conclusion b ) To introduce the topic
c ) To present the main argument d ) To provide background information
10 Which of the following words is an antonym of " difficult?
a ) Easy
b ) Hard
c ) Comp licated
d ) Chall eenging
11. The past simple tense is used describe actions that are currently happening
True /False
12. A sim ile compares two things using " like" or " as."
True /False
13. The subject a sentence is always a noun .
True /False
14. An ad verb modifies a verb , an adjective , or another ad verb.
True /False
15. The idea of a text is always in the last sentence .
True /False
16. A formal should use casual language .
True /False
17. The passive voice emphasizes the action rather than the subject
True /False
18. A paragraph should contain at least three sentences .
True /False
19. Listening skills are not important for effective communication .
True /False
20. A narrative essay tells a story
True /False
Section C : Writing ( 3 each )
1 a. Write a short paragraph describing your favorite hobby Include at least three details .
1b. Write a thesis statement for an essay about the importance of education .
1c. Create an outline an essay on the effects of media on communication .
2a. a formal email to a teacher requesting a meeting .
2b. Write a brief summary of a book or article you have read recently .
2c. Describe a time when you had to give a presentation . What challenges you face ?
3a. What are some effective strategies for improving your listening skills ?
3b. Role -play a conversation between a customer and a shop keeper. Include at five exchanges .
3c. Explain to give constructive feedback to a 's writing .
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