Selected MCQ

Current Question
He asked ___ more time to finish the task.
  • A. to
  • B. from
  • C. for
  • D. on
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The standard pattern is ask for.
Related Question 1
He completed the task ___ time for the interview.
  • A. by
  • B. in
  • C. on
  • D. at
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
In time means early enough, not late.
Related Question 2
The child asked ___ a glass of water.
  • A. for
  • B. to
  • C. from
  • D. on
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The standard pattern is ask for.
Related Question 3
The tourists came ___ the castle gate just before closing time.
  • A. over
  • B. across
  • C. through
  • D. onto
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Through fits movement by passing in and beyond a gate.
Related Question 4
She usually finishes work ___ 5 p.m.
  • A. by
  • B. at
  • C. on
  • D. until
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
We use at with exact times.