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English Language Proficiency MCQs
Practice English Language Proficiency multiple-choice questions for Northern University, Nowshera competitive exams. Each question includes the correct answer and a short explanation, and past-paper questions are marked so you can revise both repeated and fresh material in one place.
Water boiled at 100 degrees Celsius.
Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
Water is boiling at 100 degrees Celsius.
Water has boiled at 100 degrees Celsius.
الشرحGeneral truths and scientific facts are expressed using the simple present tense.
in
at
on
to
الشرحWe use the preposition 'at' to indicate a specific point or location.
Walking down the street, the trees looked beautiful.
Walking down the street, I admired the beautiful trees.
The trees looked beautiful while I was walking down the street.
While I walked down the street, the trees looked beautiful.
الشرحThe modifier 'Walking down the street' incorrectly modifies 'the trees' instead of the person walking.
If he was here, he would help us.
I suggest that she arrive on time for the interview.
The teacher insists that every student completes their homework.
If I was you, I would take the offer.
الشرحThe subjunctive mood uses the base form of the verb ('arrive') after verbs of suggestion or demand.
Malicious
Generous
Kindhearted
Altruistic
الشرحBenevolent means well-meaning or kindly; malicious means intending to do harm.
The team, which won the game, were ecstatic.
The team which won the game was ecstatic.
The team who won the game, was ecstatic.
The team that won the game were ecstatic.
الشرحA collective noun like 'team' typically takes a singular verb ('was') when acting as a unit.
Gerund
Present participle functioning as an adjective
Main verb
Noun
الشرحDancing describes the noun 'flames', making it a participle acting as an adjective.
There were less people at the concert than expected.
I have less coins in my pocket than you.
There were fewer errors in your final draft.
We have fewer water left in the tank.
الشرح'Fewer' is used for countable nouns, while 'less' is used for uncountable quantities.
If he would have arrived earlier, he would see the show.
If he had arrived earlier, he would have seen the show.
If he arrived earlier, he would have seen the show.
If he had arrived earlier, he would see the show.
الشرحThe third conditional requires 'had' + past participle in the if-clause and 'would have' + past participle in the main clause.
I saw myself in the mirror.
She baked the bread herself.
They hurt themselves during the game.
He bought himself a gift.
الشرحAn intensive pronoun emphasizes the noun it refers to and can be removed without changing the sentence's basic meaning.
To successfully complete the project is my goal.
To complete successfully the project is my goal.
To complete the project successfully is my goal.
Successfully to complete the project is my goal.
الشرحWhile traditionally debated, a split infinitive occurs when an adverb is placed between 'to' and the verb; this sentence is the clearest example of that structure.
Criterions
Criteria
Criterias
Criterionae
الشرحThe word 'criterion' has a Greek origin, and its standard plural form is 'criteria'.
Thunderous silence
Running water
Cold winter
Beautiful painting
الشرحAn oxymoron combines two contradictory terms, such as 'thunderous' (loud) and 'silence' (quiet).
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these English Language Proficiency MCQs free?
Yes. Every English Language Proficiency MCQ on this page is free to practice, including the correct answer and explanation.
Do these include past-paper questions?
Yes — questions sourced from past papers are clearly marked with a "Past Paper" badge, alongside fresh practice questions.
Which exams do these English Language Proficiency MCQs help with?
They are aimed at Northern University, Nowshera and related Pakistani competitive exams that test English Language Proficiency.
How should I practice subject-wise MCQs?
Attempt each question first, then reveal the answer and read the explanation. Short, focused sessions on one subject work better than long unstructured reading.