English Language Practice: Grammar and Vocabulary

Posted on Jan 25, 2025 in Administration and Management

English Grammar and Vocabulary Exercises

1. Complete Using ‘a’, ‘an’, or ‘the’

  1. We had a really good time at school today.
  2. Do you listen to the radio every day?
  3. Some friends are going to have a party. Would you like to come?
  4. It took me over an hour to fill in this form.
  5. Do you have an unusual ability?
  6. Did you use to wear a uniform when you went to school?
  7. I went to the hairdresser’s yesterday, and I will have to go again.
  8. My hair is a complete disaster!
  9. We wanted to see the Queen, but there were too many people.
  10. Who is the President of the United States?

2. Choose the Correct Answer

  1. She denied taking the mobile phone, but no one believed her.
    (a) take (b) to take (c) taking
  2. She hopes to work for an international accounting firm in the future.
    (a) work (b) to work (c) working
  3. My parents have decided to have a party to celebrate their anniversary.
    (a) have (b) to have (c) having
  4. Do you remember going to school when you were about six?
    (a) go (b) to go (c) going
  5. There’s no answer at home. Let’s try calling the office.
    (a) call (b) to call (c) calling

3. Order the Sentences in This Letter

Dear Sir/Madam,

1. I am writing in response to your advertisement for a Personal Assistant to the Manager of the Marketing Department in yesterday’s newspaper.

2. I am enclosing a copy of my curriculum vitae in which you will find details of my qualifications and experience.

3. As you will see, I have had five years’ experience in a similar business environment and have a Master’s Degree from the London University.

4. I will be available for interview at any time convenient to you.

5. My contact numbers are: 01456879 and mobile: 079865383.

6. I look forward to hearing from you.

4. Complete with the Correct Preposition

  1. Are you really afraid of clowns?
  2. I’ve been waiting for the bus for 40 minutes. I’m going to call a taxi.
  3. He seems to be very interested in fashion.
  4. Don’t forget to pay for the milk.
  5. She borrowed £50 from his father.
  6. Who does this jacket belong to?
  7. Stop talking and concentrate on your exams.
  8. We want to go hiking, but it depends on the weather.
  9. Stop worrying about your exam – everything will be fine.
  10. I’m afraid I’m not very good at reading maps.

5. Complete the Sentences with the Correct Word

  1. This is not a valid contract until it is signed by both parties.
  2. I think we should offer her an exclusive contract so that she only works for us.
  3. He was so upset with his boss that he decided to resign.
  4. Mark is really happy because at last he got the promotion.
  5. Since the Recession started, half of the employees working for the company have been made redundant.