Practice Questions for IOE
Section A: Grammar (Prepositions, Tenses, Subject-Verb
Agreement, Conditionals) – Questions 1–20
1.
Neither the manager nor his assistants ______ present at the meeting yesterday.
A) was
B) were
C) is
D) has been
Answer: B) were
Reason: With "neither/nor," the verb agrees with the
closest subject ("assistants" – plural).
2.
The committee ______ divided on the issue of funding.
A) is
B) was
C) are
D) has
Answer: C) are
Reason: Collective nouns take a plural verb when members are acting
individually ("divided" indicates individual opinions).
3.
She prefers coffee ______ tea in the morning.
A) than
B) from
C) to
D) over
Answer: C) to
Reason: The correct idiom is "prefer X to Y."
4.
If I ______ you, I would accept the job offer immediately.
A) am
B) was
C) were
D) had been
Answer: C) were
Reason: In second conditional sentences, "were" is used
for all subjects (subjunctive mood).
5.
By 2030, many traditional jobs ______ by automation.
A) will replace
B) will have been replaced
C) are replacing
D) have been replaced
Answer: B) will have been replaced
Reason: Future perfect passive voice is used for an action that
will be completed by a specific future time.
6.
She has been suffering from fever ______ Monday.
A) for
B) from
C) since
D) by
Answer: C) since
Reason: "Since" is used with a specific point in time
(Monday).
7.
Each of the students ______ to submit the assignment by Friday.
A) have
B) are
C) is
D) were
Answer: C) is
Reason: "Each" is always singular, so it takes a singular
verb.
8.
He is very good ______ solving complex puzzles.
A) in
B) at
C) on
D) for
Answer: B) at
Reason: The correct idiom is "good at" (skill).
9.
The train ______ before we reached the station.
A) left
B) has left
C) had left
D) was leaving
Answer: C) had left
Reason: Past perfect tense is used for the earlier action when two
past actions are compared.
10.
If she had studied harder, she ______ the exam.
A) would pass
B) will pass
C) would have passed
D) passed
Answer: C) would have passed
Reason: Third conditional (unreal past) uses "would have +
V3."
11.
The book is ______ the shelf in the library.
A) at
B) in
C) on
D) over
Answer: C) on
Reason: "On" is used for a surface (the shelf).
12.
Mathematics ______ my favorite subject.
A) are
B) were
C) have been
D) is
Answer: D) is
Reason: Subjects ending in "ics" (Mathematics, Physics)
are singular.
13.
We ______ in this city since 2015.
A) live
B) lived
C) have been living
D) will live
Answer: C) have been living
Reason: Present perfect continuous is used for an action that
started in the past and continues to the present.
14.
He was prevented ______ entering the restricted area.
A) from
B) to
C) against
D) for
Answer: A) from
Reason: The correct idiom is "prevented from."
15.
If it rains tomorrow, we ______ the picnic.
A) cancel
B) will cancel
C) cancelled
D) would cancel
Answer: B) will cancel
Reason: First conditional (real future possibility) uses "if +
present, will + base verb."
16.
The news ______ very shocking for everyone.
A) were
B) have been
C) are
D) was
Answer: D) was
Reason: "News" is an uncountable singular noun and takes
a singular verb.
17.
The doctor is ______ his rounds in the hospital.
A) on
B) at
C) in
D) for
Answer: A) on
Reason: The correct idiom is "on rounds."
18.
He told me that he ______ to London the previous year.
A) went
B) has gone
C) had gone
D) goes
Answer: C) had gone
Reason: In indirect speech, past tense becomes past perfect
("went" → "had gone").
19.
Not only the students but also the teacher ______ present.
A) were
B) are
C) is
D) have
Answer: C) is
Reason: With "not only...but also," the verb agrees with
the closest subject ("teacher" – singular).
20.
The meeting was put ______ due to the manager's illness.
A) on
B) off
C) out
D) up
Answer: B) off
Reason: "Put off" means to postpone.
Section B: Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms) –
Questions 21–35
21.
The synonym of "Abundant" is:
A) Scarce
B) Plentiful
C) Rare
D) Empty
Answer: B) Plentiful
Reason: "Abundant" means existing in large quantities,
synonymous with "plentiful."
22.
The antonym of "Benevolent" is:
A) Kind
B) Cruel
C) Generous
D) Compassionate
Answer: B) Cruel
Reason: "Benevolent" means kind and generous; its
opposite is "cruel."
23.
The idiom "A blessing in disguise" means:
A) A fake gift
B) A hidden curse
C) Something that seems bad but turns out good
D) A stolen item
Answer: C) Something that seems bad but turns out good
Reason: This idiom refers to a situation that appears negative but
has a positive outcome.
24.
The synonym of "Hostile" is:
A) Friendly
B) Unfriendly
C) Peaceful
D) Calm
Answer: B) Unfriendly
Reason: "Hostile" means showing ill will or
unfriendliness.
25.
The antonym of "Temporary" is:
A) Short-term
B) Brief
C) Permanent
D) Momentary
Answer: C) Permanent
Reason: "Temporary" means lasting for a limited time;
"permanent" means lasting forever.
26.
"Hit the nail on the head" means:
A) To make a mistake
B) To do something exactly right
C) To hit someone
D) To break something
Answer: B) To do something exactly right
Reason: This idiom means to describe or identify something
accurately.
27.
The synonym of "Reluctant" is:
A) Willing
B) Eager
C) Unwilling
D) Happy
Answer: C) Unwilling
Reason: "Reluctant" means not wanting to do something;
"unwilling" is a direct synonym.
28.
The antonym of "Ancient" is:
A) Old
B) Modern
C) Antique
D) Traditional
Answer: B) Modern
Reason: "Ancient" means very old; its opposite is
"modern."
29.
"Let the cat out of the bag" means:
A) To release a pet
B) To hide a secret
C) To reveal a secret accidentally
D) To buy a cat
Answer: C) To reveal a secret accidentally
Reason: This idiom means to disclose confidential information
unintentionally.
30.
The synonym of "Obstinate" is:
A) Flexible
B) Stubborn
C) Cooperative
D) Agreeable
Answer: B) Stubborn
Reason: "Obstinate" means refusing to change one's views;
"stubborn" is a direct synonym.
31.
The antonym of "Humble" is:
A) Modest
B) Meek
C) Arrogant
D) Respectful
Answer: C) Arrogant
Reason: "Humble" means having a low opinion of one's own
importance; "arrogant" means the opposite.
32.
"Burning the midnight oil" means:
A) To light a lamp
B) To work late into the night
C) To waste time
D) To sleep early
Answer: B) To work late into the night
Reason: This idiom refers to staying up very late working or
studying.
33.
The synonym of "Vivid" is:
A) Dull
B) Vague
C) Clear
D) Faint
Answer: C) Clear
Reason: "Vivid" means producing clear, strong images in
the mind; synonymous with "clear."
34.
The antonym of "Prosperous" is:
A) Affluent
B) Wealthy
C) Poor
D) Successful
Answer: C) Poor
Reason: "Prosperous" means rich or successful; its
opposite is "poor."
35.
"A piece of cake" means:
A) A snack
B) A difficult task
C) An easy task
D) A baked good
Answer: C) An easy task
Reason: This idiom means something that is very easy to do.
Section C: Narration & Voice (Active/Passive,
Direct/Indirect) – Questions 36–45
36.
"Please help me," she said. (Choose the correct indirect speech)
A) She said to help her.
B) She requested me to help her.
C) She told that help her.
D) She asked to help her.
Answer: B) She requested me to help her.
Reason: The reporting verb changes to "requested"
to convey the polite tone, and the imperative becomes an infinitive.
37.
The thief was caught by the police. (Choose the correct active voice)
A) The police catches the thief.
B) The police have caught the thief.
C) The police caught the thief.
D) The police had caught the thief.
Answer: C) The police caught the thief.
Reason: Simple past passive becomes simple past active ("was
caught" → "caught").
38.
He said, "I am reading a novel." (Choose the correct indirect speech)
A) He said that he was reading a
novel.
B) He said that he is reading a novel.
C) He said that he read a novel.
D) He said that I am reading a novel.
Answer: A) He said that he was reading a novel.
Reason: Present continuous becomes past continuous in indirect
speech.
39.
The homework will be completed by the students. (Choose the correct active
voice)
A) The students completed the
homework.
B) The students will complete the homework.
C) The students are completing the homework.
D) The students have completed the homework.
Answer: B) The students will complete the homework.
Reason: Simple future passive becomes simple future active ("will
be completed" → "will complete").
40.
She told me, "I have finished my project." (Choose the correct
indirect speech)
A) She told me that she finished her
project.
B) She told me that she has finished her project.
C) She told me that she had finished her project.
D) She told me that I have finished my project.
Answer: C) She told me that she had finished her project.
Reason: Present perfect becomes past perfect in indirect speech.
41.
The chef cooked a delicious meal. (Choose the correct passive voice)
A) A delicious meal was cooked by
the chef.
B) A delicious meal is cooked by the chef.
C) A delicious meal has been cooked by the chef.
D) A delicious meal had been cooked by the chef.
Answer: A) A delicious meal was cooked by the chef.
Reason: Simple past active becomes simple past passive.
42.
He asked, "Where are you going?" (Choose the correct indirect speech)
A) He asked where I was going.
B) He asked where am I going.
C) He asked where I am going.
D) He told where I was going.
Answer: A) He asked where I was going.
Reason: In indirect speech, the question becomes a statement, and
the tense changes to past.
43.
The manager will sign the documents tomorrow. (Choose the correct passive
voice)
A) The documents will be signed by
the manager tomorrow.
B) The documents are signed by the manager tomorrow.
C) The documents were signed by the manager tomorrow.
D) The documents will have been signed by the manager tomorrow.
Answer: A) The documents will be signed by the manager tomorrow.
Reason: Simple future active becomes simple future passive.
44.
He said, "I bought a new car yesterday." (Choose the correct indirect
speech)
A) He said that he bought a new car
yesterday.
B) He said that he had bought a new car the previous day.
C) He said that he has bought a new car yesterday.
D) He said that he buys a new car yesterday.
Answer: B) He said that he had bought a new car the previous day.
Reason: Past tense becomes past perfect, and "yesterday"
changes to "the previous day."
45.
The letters are being delivered by the postman. (Choose the correct active
voice)
A) The postman delivered the
letters.
B) The postman is delivering the letters.
C) The postman delivers the letters.
D) The postman has delivered the letters.
Answer: B) The postman is delivering the letters.
Reason: Present continuous passive becomes present continuous
active.
Section D: Comprehension (Main Idea, Details, Context)
– Questions 46–50
Read
the passage below and answer questions 46–50:
"Artificial intelligence (AI)
is rapidly transforming the healthcare industry. From diagnostic tools that
detect diseases with greater accuracy to robotic surgeries that minimize human
error, AI is revolutionizing patient care. However, experts warn that the
integration of AI also raises ethical concerns, particularly regarding data
privacy and the potential for algorithmic bias. While AI can augment the
capabilities of healthcare professionals, it is unlikely to fully replace the
human touch and empathy that are essential in medicine."
46.
What is the main idea of the passage?
A) AI will completely replace
doctors in the future.
B) AI has no role in modern healthcare.
C) AI is transforming healthcare positively but also presents challenges.
D) Data privacy is the only issue with AI in healthcare.
Answer: C) AI is transforming healthcare positively but also
presents challenges.
Reason: The passage discusses both the benefits (diagnostics,
surgery) and the concerns (ethics, bias).
47.
According to the passage, which of the following is a benefit of AI?
A) Increased human error
B) Reduced data privacy
C) Greater diagnostic accuracy
D) Elimination of all ethical concerns
Answer: C) Greater diagnostic accuracy.
Reason: The passage states that AI tools "detect diseases
with greater accuracy."
48.
The word "augment" in the passage most nearly means:
A) Replace
B) Complement
C) Destroy
D) Ignore
Answer: B) Complement
Reason: In context, "augment" means to enhance or
complement, not replace.
49.
What concern about AI is mentioned in the passage?
A) It is too slow.
B) It costs too much.
C) It may have algorithmic bias.
D) It lacks technology.
Answer: C) It may have algorithmic bias.
Reason: The passage explicitly mentions "algorithmic
bias" as a concern.
50.
What does the author imply about human doctors?
A) They will become obsolete.
B) They are less accurate than machines.
C) Their empathy is still crucial.
D) They cannot use AI effectively.
Answer: C) Their empathy is still crucial.
Reason: The passage states that AI is "unlikely to fully
replace the human touch and empathy."
Section E: More Grammar & Vocabulary Mix –
Questions 51–60
51.
The ship ______ the harbor before the storm hit.
A) leave
B) has left
C) had left
D) was leaving
Answer: C) had left
Reason: Past perfect is used for the action that happened earlier.
52.
She is interested ______ learning foreign languages.
A) to
B) for
C) in
D) on
Answer: C) in
Reason: The correct idiom is "interested in."
53.
The majority of the population ______ in favor of the new law.
A) is
B) are
C) have
D) were
Answer: A) is
Reason: "Majority" is treated as singular when
referring to a single group/collective idea.
54.
The synonym of "Meticulous" is:
A) Careless
B) Thorough
C) Hasty
D) Sloppy
Answer: B) Thorough
Reason: "Meticulous" means showing great attention
to detail; "thorough" is a synonym.
55.
He said, "I will call you tomorrow." (Choose the correct indirect
speech)
A) He said that he will call me
tomorrow.
B) He said that he would call me the next day.
C) He said that he called me the next day.
D) He said that I will call you tomorrow.
Answer: B) He said that he would call me the next day.
Reason: "Will" becomes "would,"
and "tomorrow" becomes "the next day."
56.
The antonym of "Artificial" is:
A) Synthetic
B) Fake
C) Natural
D) Man-made
Answer: C) Natural
Reason: "Artificial" means man-made; its opposite
is "natural."
57.
The new policy was implemented ______ the CEO.
A) from
B) by
C) with
D) at
Answer: B) by
Reason: In passive voice, "by" is used to indicate
the doer of the action.
58.
"Cost an arm and a leg" means:
A) To be cheap
B) To be very expensive
C) To get injured
D) To buy something useful
Answer: B) To be very expensive
Reason: This idiom means something costs a lot of money.
59.
Neither the teacher nor the students ______ aware of the change.
A) was
B) is
C) are
D) has
Answer: C) are
Reason: The verb agrees with the closest subject ("students"
– plural).
60.
The children were told to ______ their toys before dinner.
A) put away
B) put on
C) put off
D) put up
Answer: A) put away
Reason: "Put away" means to tidy up or store
something.
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