Duolingo English Test Duolingo English Grammar and Sentence Completion Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which option correctly completes the conditional sentence? If she ___ harder, she would pass the exam.

Accepted Answer

studied

Answer

Second conditional sentences use simple past in the 'if' clause to describe unreal present situations.

Question 2

Select the correct comparative form: This assignment is ___ than the previous one.

Accepted Answer

more difficult

Answer

Multi-syllable adjectives like 'difficult' form comparatives with 'more,' not '-er.'

Question 3

Choose the correct article usage: She is ___ honest person.

Accepted Answer

an

Answer

'An' is used before words beginning with a vowel sound; 'honest' starts with a silent 'h,' so the vowel sound is /ɒ/.

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses a relative clause?

Accepted Answer

The book that she recommended was excellent.

Answer

'That' correctly introduces a restrictive relative clause referring to an inanimate object.

Question 5

Select the sentence with the correct use of a gerund.

Accepted Answer

He enjoys reading scientific articles.

Answer

The verb 'enjoy' must be followed by a gerund (-ing form), not an infinitive.

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