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Practice English multiple-choice questions for UET Lahore 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.
Transient
Enduring
Momentary
Frail
ExplanationEphemeral means lasting for a very short time. The opposite, enduring, means lasting for a long time.
He wanted to visit three countries: France, Spain, and Italy.
He wanted to visit three countries; France, Spain, and Italy.
He wanted to visit three countries, France, Spain, and Italy.
He wanted to visit three countries - France, Spain, and Italy.
ExplanationA colon is used to introduce a list after a complete clause.
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
ExplanationEloquent describes the noun 'speech', therefore it functions as an adjective.
Rash
Careless
Wise
Impulsive
ExplanationPrudent means acting with or showing care and thought for the future, which is synonymous with wise.
was
were
has been
is
ExplanationAccording to the rule of proximity, when using 'neither/nor', the verb agrees with the closer subject, which is plural ('students').
Accommodate
Necessary
Seperate
Occurrence
ExplanationThe correct spelling is 'Separate'.
To waste resources
To work late into the night
To be very angry
To light a fire for warmth
ExplanationThis idiom historically refers to studying or working late by the light of an oil lamp.
He went to the park.
I like coffee, and she likes tea.
Although it was raining, he went for a walk.
Eat your dinner.
ExplanationA complex sentence contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause introduced by a subordinating conjunction.
A delicious meal is prepared by the chef.
A delicious meal was being prepared by the chef.
A delicious meal was prepared by the chef.
The chef has prepared a delicious meal.
ExplanationThe sentence is in past simple tense, so the passive form uses 'was' + past participle.
She
don't
know
problem
ExplanationThe subject 'She' requires the singular verb 'doesn't' instead of 'don't'.
Malicious
Generous
Greedy
Indifferent
ExplanationBenevolent refers to being well-meaning and kindly, which is synonymous with generous.
have
has
are
were
ExplanationCommittee is a collective noun acting as a single unit in this context, requiring a singular verb.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
ExplanationThe wind is given the human quality of whispering, which is personification.
Each of the boys have a pen.
Each of the boys has a pen.
Each of the boys are having a pen.
Each of the boys have been having a pen.
ExplanationThe subject 'Each' is singular and requires the singular verb 'has'.
To make a mistake
To describe exactly what is causing a situation
To be physically aggressive
To fail at a task
ExplanationThis idiom means to state the exact truth or find the precise cause of an issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these English MCQs free?
Yes. Every English 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 MCQs help with?
They are aimed at UET Lahore and related Pakistani competitive exams that test English.
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.