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

Idioms & Phrases

Choose the correct meaning of A shadow of doubt.

A final desperate attempt to solve a problem or avoid failure
As an extra addition
A small amount of uncertainty
If necessary, especially in a difficult situation

Correct answer(s):

A small amount of uncertainty

Idioms & Phrases

In English grammar, how should A shot across the bow be understood?

Because of someone’s request or order
To do the same work or follow the same path as someone else
A warning action meant to prevent stronger action later
A risky action taken without knowing the result
To harm or criticize someone who helps or supports you

Correct answer(s):

A warning action meant to prevent stronger action later

Idioms & Phrases

Which option gives the closest meaning of A skeleton in the cupboard?

A cause of disagreement or argument
By any possible interpretation or effort of thinking
At an important point when a decision or change is needed
A hidden and embarrassing secret from the past

Correct answer(s):

A hidden and embarrassing secret from the past

Idioms & Phrases

For HSC English, what is the meaning of A slap in the face?

An insult, rejection, or painful disappointment
To have a personal stake or benefit in something
To be in a difficult situation with very few choices
Through spoken recommendation or information

Correct answer(s):

An insult, rejection, or painful disappointment

Idioms & Phrases

Identify the correct meaning of the expression A slip of the pen.

To receive unfair or worse treatment
To happen or become real
To have a personal stake or benefit in something
Again and again; everywhere one tries
A small mistake made while writing

Correct answer(s):

A small mistake made while writing

Idioms & Phrases

What does the phrase A moment of truth mean in standard English?

During the most intense or advanced stage of something
A decisive moment that tests a person, plan, or situation
A personal benefit or strong stake in an outcome
With very little warning or preparation time
To begin to understand or deal with a difficult matter

Correct answer(s):

A decisive moment that tests a person, plan, or situation

Idioms & Phrases

What idea is expressed by A source of contention?

During the most intense or advanced stage of something
As an extra addition
A general practical method based on experience rather than exact calculation
A cause of disagreement or argument

Correct answer(s):

A cause of disagreement or argument

Idioms & Phrases

Choose the correct meaning of A note of caution.

Between two equally dangerous or difficult choices
A warning or reminder to be careful
To make something very clear and noticeable
A simple practical method that is not exact or polished

Correct answer(s):

A warning or reminder to be careful

Idioms & Phrases

Select the best explanation of A storm is brewing.

At the beginning or edge of a new stage
Trouble, conflict, or danger is developing
By a very narrow margin
To have a hidden weakness despite an admirable image

Correct answer(s):

Trouble, conflict, or danger is developing

Idioms & Phrases

What idea is expressed by A creature of habit?

A person who prefers fixed routines and familiar ways
To make something very clear and noticeable
As an extra addition
A collection of false statements

Correct answer(s):

A person who prefers fixed routines and familiar ways

Idioms & Phrases

Select the best explanation of A cut-throat competition.

Not in any possible way
Fixed and not open to change
Very severe competition in which people may act ruthlessly
A general practical method based on experience rather than exact calculation

Correct answer(s):

Very severe competition in which people may act ruthlessly

Idioms & Phrases

Which answer explains A dim view of correctly?

A disapproving or negative opinion about something
To act honestly, sincerely, and with fair intention
To try any small hope when desperate
In effect; almost completely
A personal benefit or strong stake in an outcome

Correct answer(s):

A disapproving or negative opinion about something

Idioms & Phrases

Which meaning best matches the idiom A foregone conclusion?

A personal benefit or strong stake in an outcome
To provide evidence or proof of something
A practical, realistic, and sensible way of dealing with something
A result that is certain before it happens

Correct answer(s):

A result that is certain before it happens

Idioms & Phrases

What does the phrase A full-fledged member mean in standard English?

A complete and officially recognized member
Hidden from public view or not openly known
At the beginning or edge of a new stage
A decisive moment when an important change begins

Correct answer(s):

A complete and officially recognized member

Idioms & Phrases

Choose the correct meaning of A great deal of.

A decisive moment when an important change begins
A warning action meant to prevent stronger action later
To try any small hope when desperate
To create division or hostility between people
A large amount or quantity of something

Correct answer(s):

A large amount or quantity of something

Idioms & Phrases

In English grammar, how should A hair’s breadth be understood?

To make something very clear and noticeable
A victory that brings little satisfaction or real benefit
To be in a difficult situation with very few choices
A very small distance, difference, or margin

Correct answer(s):

A very small distance, difference, or margin

Idioms & Phrases

Which option gives the closest meaning of A hard-headed approach?

An urgent effort to finish something before a deadline
A practical, realistic, and sensible way of dealing with something
To give little attention, sympathy, or consideration
A large amount or quantity of something

Correct answer(s):

A practical, realistic, and sensible way of dealing with something

Idioms & Phrases

For HSC English, what is the meaning of A hollow victory?

To find one’s position or understand a situation
Very severe competition in which people may act ruthlessly
To become legally or officially active
A victory that brings little satisfaction or real benefit
A starting point for discussion, study, or change

Correct answer(s):

A victory that brings little satisfaction or real benefit

Idioms & Phrases

Which meaning best matches the idiom A bitter pill to swallow?

As a result of something
To give little attention, sympathy, or consideration
Advice that accepts failure and offers no real hope
An unpleasant fact or result that is difficult to accept
During the most intense or advanced stage of something

Correct answer(s):

An unpleasant fact or result that is difficult to accept

Idioms & Phrases

Identify the correct meaning of the expression A hue and cry.

Unfair treatment
To have a personal stake or benefit in something
A loud public protest or strong complaint
Much better than others of the same type

Correct answer(s):

A loud public protest or strong complaint