Subject

English Grammar

English grammar is the structure of expressions in the English language. This includes the structure of words, phrases, clauses and sentences. There are certain differences in grammar between the standard forms of British English, American English and Australian English, although these are inconspicuous compared with the lexical and pronunciation differences.

Quizzes in English Grammar for Grade 6

Idioms & Phrases

Which simple meaning fits Pass away?

to pass an exam
to walk past
to die

Correct answer(s):

to die

Idioms & Phrases

What idea does Point out express?

to hide carefully
to show or mention clearly
to forget

Correct answer(s):

to show or mention clearly

Idioms & Phrases

Which answer correctly explains Put off?

to delay
to begin early
to wear clothes

Correct answer(s):

to delay

Idioms & Phrases

What does the expression Put up with usually mean?

to enjoy fully
to remove quickly
to accept or tolerate something unpleasant

Correct answer(s):

to accept or tolerate something unpleasant

Idioms & Phrases

Which meaning would a teacher expect for Set off?

to finish a meal
to start a journey
to turn a page

Correct answer(s):

to start a journey

Idioms & Phrases

Choose the option that explains Show up.

to arrive or appear
to disappear
to sleep late

Correct answer(s):

to arrive or appear

Idioms & Phrases

Which answer best describes Take after?

to run behind someone
to take something away
to be similar to an older family member

Correct answer(s):

to be similar to an older family member

Idioms & Phrases

What is the correct meaning of Take part in?

to watch only
to join an activity
to break a thing

Correct answer(s):

to join an activity

Idioms & Phrases

Which meaning is correct for On the whole?

in small pieces
under a table
considering everything

Correct answer(s):

considering everything

Idioms & Phrases

In Grade 6 English, what does Out of date mean?

brand new
old and no longer useful or modern
very early

Correct answer(s):

old and no longer useful or modern

Idioms & Phrases

Select the meaning of Out of place.

not suitable or not in the correct place
perfectly arranged
very expensive

Correct answer(s):

not suitable or not in the correct place

Idioms & Phrases

Which answer shows the correct meaning of Go through?

to avoid completely
to experience or examine carefully
to throw away

Correct answer(s):

to experience or examine carefully

Idioms & Phrases

Which meaning best matches Learn by heart?

to memorize
to forget quickly
to draw carefully

Correct answer(s):

to memorize

Idioms & Phrases

What is the best meaning for Good for nothing?

useless
very helpful
full of energy

Correct answer(s):

useless

Idioms & Phrases

Choose the correct meaning of Leave out.

to add extra
to paint over
to not include

Correct answer(s):

to not include

Idioms & Phrases

Which option is closest in meaning to Have a good time?

to feel worried
to arrive late
to enjoy yourself

Correct answer(s):

to enjoy yourself

Idioms & Phrases

In everyday English, what does Let down mean?

to lift up
to disappoint
to help greatly

Correct answer(s):

to disappoint

Idioms & Phrases

When you see Have second thoughts in a sentence, what does it mean?

to become certain
to start doubting a decision
to count twice

Correct answer(s):

to start doubting a decision

Idioms & Phrases

Which option explains Look into?

to examine or investigate
to ignore
to shout at

Correct answer(s):

to examine or investigate

Idioms & Phrases

Which meaning is correct for Help yourself?

to take what you need or want
to refuse food
to hide from others

Correct answer(s):

to take what you need or want