Selected MCQ

Current Question
He was away ___ three months last year.
  • A. since
  • B. during
  • C. in
  • D. for
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
We use for to show how long something lasted.
Related Question 1
They applied ___ a research grant last month.
  • A. on
  • B. with
  • C. for
  • D. to
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The standard pattern is apply for.
Related Question 2
The bus pulled away ___ the curb.
  • A. to
  • B. from
  • C. into
  • D. across
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
From the mark, the point of movement begins.
Related Question 3
The landlord will be away ___ the first week of June.
  • A. at
  • B. since
  • C. for
  • D. during
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
We use during for something happening within a named period.
Related Question 4
We met again ___ New Year's Day.
  • A. in
  • B. on
  • C. at
  • D. during
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
We use on with specific named days.
Related Question 5
We haven't seen her ___ last summer.
  • A. since
  • B. for
  • C. during
  • D. at
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
We use "since" with a point in the past.