Selected MCQ

Current Question
I took your charger ___ accident; ours look identical.
  • A. by
  • B. on
  • C. in
  • D. at
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The idiom is by accident for an unintended act.
Related Question 1
He says it was accidental, but I think he did it ___ purpose.
  • A. on
  • B. by
  • C. for
  • D. with
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The idiom is used on purpose for deliberate action.
Related Question 2
Students here study about five hours a night ___ average before finals.
  • A. in
  • B. on
  • C. at
  • D. by
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The idiom is on average for a typical amount.
Related Question 3
The sculpture is made of bronze; ___ fact, it only looks like stone from a distance.
  • A. on
  • B. at
  • C. in
  • D. by
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The idiom is, in fact, for a true correction or clarification.
Related Question 4
She called me by my sister's name ___ accident.
  • A. by
  • B. on
  • C. in
  • D. at
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The idiom is by accident for something unintentional.
Related Question 5
Keep your passport close ___ hand when you travel.
  • A. in
  • B. on
  • C. at
  • D. by
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The idiom is "at hand," meaning nearby and ready to use.