English Placement Test (40 Questions)
Section 1: Grammar (15 Questions) 9. ____ the weather, we went hiking.
Instructions: Choose the correct answer to a) Despite
complete each sentence. b) Even
c) Although
1. I ____ to the supermarket every Friday. d) During
a) goes
b) go 10. They were tired because they ____ all day.
c) gone a) work
d) going b) had worked
c) working
2. She ____ her homework before dinner last night. d) works
a) does
b) did 11. When I arrived, they ____ dinner.
c) done a) eat
d) doing b) eating
c) were eating
3. If it ____ tomorrow, we’ll stay at home. d) had eaten
a) rain
b) rains 12. ____ he was sick, he went to work.
c) rained a) However
d) raining b) Although
c) Despite
4. ____ you ever been to New York? d) But
a) Were
b) Are 13. I ____ this movie already.
c) Have a) see
d) Do b) seeing
c) saw
5. They ____ to finish the project by Friday. d) have seen
a) needing
b) need 14. She hasn’t finished her homework ____.
c) needed a) yet
d) needs b) already
c) now
6. The book ____ by the time I returned it. d) soon
a) was read
b) has read 15. By next year, they ____ here for five years.
c) had been read a) will live
d) reading b) live
c) will have lived
7. He asked me ____ I was okay. d) are living
a) if
b) that
c) what
d) did
8. I don't mind ____ late if it's necessary.
a) working
b) to work
c) work
d) worked
Section 2: Vocabulary (15 Questions) 24. My friend ____ me to a concert this weekend.
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a) asked
Instructions: Choose the correct word to complete b) told
each sentence. c) invited
d) said
16.The children were very ____ after running around
all day. 25. The food was delicious, so we ____ the chef.
a) excited a) respected
b) tiring b) praised
c) tired c) celebrated
d) exciting d) mentioned
17. Please, could you ____ me the salt? 26. It’s important to ____ a healthy diet.
a) pass a) make
b) go b) keep
c) give c) stay
d) do d) keep on
18. He’s very ____ and always willing to help. 27. She speaks English ____ than anyone else in
a) selfish her class.
b) generous a) well
c) lazy b) good
d) rude c) better
d) best
19. The museum has many interesting ____ from
ancient Egypt. 28. The police are ____ for the missing child.
a) things a) searching
b) artifacts b) looking
c) rocks c) finding
d) pictures d) asking
20. I need to ____ an appointment with the dentist. 29. The restaurant has a great ____ of dishes.
a) take a) selection
b) do b) choice
c) make c) pick
d) go d) display
21. She ____ all her exams with high marks. 30. She bought a ____ dress for the party.
a) took a) lovely
b) went b) liking
c) passed c) liked
d) made d) love
22. He was too ____ to ask for help.
a) proud
b) proudness
c) pride
d) proudly
23. They went to the park ____ the rain.
a) because
b) in spite of
c) therefore
d) when
English Placement Test (40 Questions)
Section 3: Reading Comprehension (10 Questions)
Instructions: Read the passage and answer the questions that follow.
Passage 1
Sarah had always dreamed of starting her own business. After years of working in an office,
she saved enough money to open a small cafe in her town. The cafe quickly became popular
with locals and tourists alike because of its unique decor and homemade desserts. Although
running a business was challenging, Sarah loved seeing her customers enjoy her creations.
31. Why did Sarah want to start a business?
a) She was tired of her desk job.
b) She wanted to become a well-known chef.
c) She wanted to move away from her hometown.
d) She wanted to launch a fashion brand.
32. What feature attracted people to Sarah’s cafe?
a) Its scenic location
b) Its freshly prepared treats
c) Its affordable menu
d) Its spacious seating area
33. How did Sarah feel about managing her business?
a) Exhausted but satisfied
b) Nervous and frustrated
c) Disappointed with her decision
d) Bored with the daily routine
34. What is the main focus of this passage?
a) Opening a business is simple.
b) Sarah achieved her goal.
c) Office jobs are unfulfilling.
d) Desserts are trendy.
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understanding of the text rather than their ability to spot matching words. Here is a revised
version of the answer choices with paraphrased options for each question.
Revised Reading Comprehension Questions
English Placement Test (40 Questions)
Passage 1
Sarah had always dreamed of starting her own business. After years of working in an office,
she saved enough money to open a small cafe in her town. The cafe quickly became popular
with locals and tourists alike because of its unique decor and homemade desserts. Although
running a business was challenging, Sarah loved seeing her customers enjoy her creations.
31. Why did Sarah want to start a business?
a) She was tired of her desk job.
b) She wanted to become a well-known chef.
c) She wanted to move away from her hometown.
d) She wanted to launch a fashion brand.
32. What feature attracted people to Sarah’s cafe?
a) Its scenic location
b) Its freshly prepared treats
c) Its affordable menu
d) Its spacious seating area
33. How did Sarah feel about managing her business?
a) Exhausted but satisfied
b) Nervous and frustrated
c) Disappointed with her decision
d) Bored with the daily routine
34. What is the main focus of this passage?
a) Opening a business is simple.
b) Sarah achieved her goal.
c) Office jobs are unfulfilling.
d) Desserts are trendy.
Passage 2
Tom recently moved to a new city for his job. Although he misses his family and friends, he’s
excited about the opportunities his job offers. His new role allows him to travel, which he’s
always wanted to do. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the city and meeting new people.
35. What was the reason for Tom’s move?
a) To study at a university
b) For a career opportunity
c) To join his relatives
d) To connect with his old friends
36. What aspect of his new job excites Tom the most?
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a) Reconnecting with his friends
b) Growing his career
c) Moving to a suburban area
d) Having the chance to visit other places
37. What does Tom enjoy doing when he’s not working?
a) Traveling for work assignments
b) Working extra hours
c) Discovering his new surroundings
d) Spending time with his family
Passage 3
Emma volunteers at an animal shelter every weekend. She helps feed the animals and cleans
their cages. Emma loves spending time with the animals, especially the dogs, and she hopes
to adopt one someday. Volunteering has become an important part of her life.
38. What does Emma do at the shelter?
a) Cares for the animals and keeps their spaces clean
b) Trains animals for adoption
c) Works part-time as a shelter manager
d) Supervises adoptions
39. Which animals does Emma particularly enjoy being with?
a) Kittens
b) Rabbits
c) Puppies
d) Parrots
40. What would Emma like to do in the future?
a) Start working full-time at the shelter
b) Take home a pet
c) Focus on caring for birds
d) Open a new shelter for stray animals
English Placement Test (40 Questions)
Section 1: Grammar
1. b) go
2. b) did
3. b) rains
4. c) Have
5. b) need
6. c) had been read
7. a) if
8. a) working
9. a) Despite
10. b) had worked
11. c) were eating
12. b) Although
13. d) have seen
14. a) yet
15. c) will have lived
Section 2: Vocabulary
16. c) tired
17. a) pass
18. b) generous
19. b) artifacts
20. c) make
21. c) passed
22. a) proud
23. b) in spite of
24. c) invited
25. b) praised
26. b) keep
27. c) better
28. a) searching
29. a) selection
30. a) lovely
Passage 1
31. a) She was tired of her desk job.
32. b) Its freshly prepared treats
33. a) Exhausted but satisfied
34. b) Sarah achieved her goal
Passage 2
35. b) For a career opportunity
36. d) Having the chance to visit other places
37. c) Discovering his new surroundings
Passage 3
38. a) Cares for the animals and keeps their spaces clean
39. c) Puppies
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40. b) Take home a pet
