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English Grammar Practice Test Practice Questions

English Grammar Skills Practice — Try this English grammar practice test with free grammar practice questions on agreement, punctuation, sentence structure, modifiers, and word choice. Every one of these English grammar questions comes with a clear explanation, so you learn the rule and not just the answer.

5
Total Questions
Self-paced
Time Limit
Varies by course (commonly 70%)
Passing Score
Free
Registration Fee

Free Sample Questions

Here are 5 free sample questions from our full bank of 550+ English Grammar Practice Test practice questions. Try them out below — click "Show Answer" to reveal the correct response and explanation.

1

Which sentence uses correct subject-verb agreement?

ANeither the coach nor the players were ready for the early practice.
BNeither the coach nor the players was ready for the early practice.
CNeither the coach nor the players is ready for the early practice.
DNeither the coach nor the players has been ready for the early practice.
2

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

AAlthough the rain had stopped we decided, to stay inside.
BAlthough the rain had stopped; we decided to stay inside.
CAlthough, the rain had stopped we decided to stay inside.
DAlthough the rain had stopped, we decided to stay inside.
3

Which of the following is a complete, correctly built sentence (not a run-on or comma splice)?

AThe library closes at nine, we should leave soon.
BThe library closes at nine, so we should leave soon.
CThe library closes at nine we should leave soon.
DThe library closes at nine, however we should leave soon.
4

Which sentence avoids a dangling modifier?

AWalking to the bus stop, the rain began to fall on Maria.
BWalking to the bus stop, Maria's umbrella was forgotten at home.
CWalking to the bus stop, Maria felt the rain begin to fall.
DWalking to the bus stop, a cold rain started falling.
5

Choose the word that correctly completes the sentence: 'The committee's decision will ____ every student in the program.'

Aeffect
Beffects
Caffected
Daffect

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About the English Grammar Practice Test

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Total Questions
5
Time Limit
Self-paced
Format
Multiple choice

Scoring & Cost

Passing Score
Varies by course (commonly 70%)
Registration Fee
Free

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does an English grammar practice test cover?

Most grammar practice tests cover subject-verb agreement, punctuation, sentence structure, modifiers, pronoun use, and word choice. Some also touch on parallelism and verb tense. The questions here hit the areas students miss most often.

Is this an official English grammar exam?

No. There's no single official English grammar exam, so this is a skills practice set built to match what college courses, placement tools, and writing assessments tend to ask. Think of it as a warm-up, not a certification.

What score counts as passing on a grammar test?

It depends on who's giving it. Many instructors set the bar around 70%, but placement tests and course quizzes can differ. Check your syllabus or ask your instructor for the exact cutoff.

How can I get better at grammar quickly?

Work through grammar practice questions in short sessions and read every explanation, even for the ones you got right. Keep a list of the rules you miss, like comma splices or dangling modifiers, and revisit them a few days later. Reading your own writing out loud also catches a surprising number of errors.

What's the most common grammar mistake on practice questions?

Subject-verb agreement slips and comma errors show up the most. Agreement trips people up when a phrase sits between the subject and the verb. Commas get tricky around clauses, so slow down and find the subject and verb first.

Are these English grammar questions good for ESL learners?

Yes, they can be a helpful check on standard written English. The explanations spell out the rule behind each answer, which matters more than memorizing a choice. If you're building vocabulary too, pair this set with reading practice.

Can I use this to prepare for college writing courses?

Definitely. Clean grammar makes essays and discussion posts easier to read and often improves your grades. Try the English composition practice set next, since it moves from sentence-level rules to paragraph and essay skills.

How many English grammar questions are in the full bank?

The full question bank has 550+ English grammar questions with explanations. This page gives you a five-question sample so you can see the style and difficulty. Request the full bank using the form on this page.

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