English Test for Advanced Learners (level C1/C2)

This English Language Usage Test is an excellent way to assess your knowledge of the language at its highest level. It's a comprehensive assessment with 50 questions designed to test and enhance your understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and language mechanics.

This test includes lots of different question formats, including multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blank statements, and sentence correction tasks. Each question is designed to test your understanding of how to use words, grammar, and sentence structure in different contexts. This assessment is particularly suited for learners at the C1/C2 levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). It challenges the test-taker with advanced concepts and nuances of the English language that are essential for achieving fluency and mastery.

The test caters to both non-native and native speakers, providing valuable insights into common language patterns and potential areas for improvement. Through its focus on real-world application, the assessment not only reinforces essential language rules but also bolsters critical thinking and analytical skills. Some questions may seem to have more than one correct response, but upon closer inspection this is not the case.

Upon completion of the quiz, you will receive feedback that highlights your strengths and your areas for improvement. This makes it beneficial for those seeking to refine their English proficiency in both written and spoken communication.

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1. What does the word "ubiquitous" mean?

A. Rare
B. Uncommon
C. Present everywhere
D. Outdated

2. Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?

A. She suggested him to go home.
B. She suggested that he goes home.
C. She suggested that he go home.
D. She suggested him going home.

3. Complete the sentence: "Had they arrived earlier, they _____ the best seats."

A. would have gotten
B. will have got
C. would get
D. have gotten

4. Which word means "to make an idea or situation seem less important"?

A. Exaggerate
B. Mitigate
C. Diminish
B. Validate

5. What is the synonym of "to be embroiled in something"?

A. To avoid
B. To be involved in conflict
C. To be uninvited
D. To remain neutral

6. Which of the following phrases is an example of understatement?

A. "It's a bit chilly" (when it's freezing)
B. "This is the best day ever!"
C. "I’m thrilled with my results!"
D. "It’s a disaster!"

7. Complete the following sentence: "The report will be submitted, _____ revisions are necessary."

A. because
B. if
C. despite
D. unless

8. What does "cognizant" mean?

A. Ignorant
B. Unaware
C. Knowledgeable
D. Insensitive

9. What is the correct form of the verb in the following sentence? "By the time he arrives, we _____ dinner."

A. will finish
B. would have finished
C. will have finished
D. finished

10. Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank: "My proposal was met with _____ from the team"

A. diversity
B. abolition
C. simultaneity
D. disapproval

11. Complete the following sentence: "_____ the weather was terrible, we decided to go for a hike."

A. Although
B. Because
C. Since
D. So

12. Which sentence is correct?

A. Neither of the students have finished their tests.
B. Neither of the students has finished their tests.
C. None of the student has finished their tests.
D. None of the students have finished their tests.

13. What does the term "quintessential" mean?

A. Typical or characteristic
B. Unusual
C. Outdated
D. Rare

14. Which word best completes the phrase? "He was accused of _____ the company's funds."

A. misuse of
B. using wrongly
C. misuse
D. misusing

15. What does "to equivocate" mean?

A. To speak plainly
B. To avoid making an explicit statement
C. To clarify
D. To argue

16. Complete the following sentence: "She has a penchant for _____ art."

A. criticizing
B. understand
C. avant-garde
D. ignore

17. Which of the following words is an antonym for "meticulous"?

A. Careful
B. Sloppy
C. Thorough
D. Attentive

18. What is the meaning of "to assuage"?

A. To intensify
B. To alleviate
C. To ignore
D. To provoke

19. Choose the correct phrase: "_____, she was late to the meeting."

A. Just because
B. Even though
C. Because of
D. Rather than

20. What is the past tense of "to lie" (to recline)?

A. Lay
B. Lied
C. Lain
D. Lies

21. Which of the following sentences uses the subjunctive mood correctly?

A. If I was the president, I would change the laws.
B. If she was aware, she would have told us.
C. If I was you, I would take the offer.
D. If she were here, she would help us.

22. What does the expression "to throw in the towel" mean?

A. To give up
B. To celebrate
C. To negotiate
D. To surrender items

23. Which of the following sentences is free of grammatical errors?

A. The committee have agreed on a decision.
B. The data were analyzed and was found conclusive.
C. The information provided is vital to our discussion.
D. Each of the students have submitted their assignment.

24. What is the meaning of the phrasal verb "to come up with"?

A. To arrive unexpectedly
B. To prepare something
C. To think of an idea or plan
B. To share a viewpoint

25. Which of the following is an appropriate response to a compliment?

A. "I don’t think so."
B. "Thank you, I appreciate that!"
C. "You’re just saying that."
D. "I didn't try very hard."

26. What does "to paint a bleak picture" mean?

A. To create a positive outlook
B. To present a hopeless or grim view
C. To illustrate a vibrant scene
D. To highlight an achievement

27. Choose the correct rearrangement of this sentence: "I didn't believe him when he said he would come."

A. When he said he would come, I didn't believe him.
B. I didn't, he said he would come, believe him.
C. I didn't believe him he said would come.
D. He said he would come, I didn't believe.

28. What does "to be at odds with" mean?

A. To be in agreement with
B. To be in conflict with
C. To be indifferent to
D. To be distant from

29. Complete the following sentence: "The teacher insisted that the students _____ their homework on time."

A. complete
B. completed
C. completing
D. completes

30. What is the meaning of "a red herring"?

A. A useful resource
B. A serious warning
C. An obvious clue
D. A distraction from the main issue

31. Which sentence correctly uses the word "disparate"?

A. The proposals were disparate in their aims.
B. They were regarded as disparate evidence.
C. The guests were disparate to each other.
D. Disparate news was given at the meeting.

32. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: "He was so tired that he could barely keep his _____ open."

A. head
B. mind
C. ears
D. eyes

33. What does "to be in hot water" mean?

A. To be in trouble
B. To be in a relaxed state
C. To be content
D. To take a hot bath

34. Choose the correct way to express this idea: "He is a person who doesn't give up easily."

A. He is timid.
B. He is fragile.
C. He is indecisive.
D. He is tenacious.

35. What is the meaning of the idiom "to beat around the bush"?

A. To speak directly
B. To avoid talking about something
C. To solve a problem
D. To make a decision

36. Which of the following is an appropriate formal way to say "to give up"?

A. To surrender
B. To quit
C. To throw in the towel
D. To concede

37. Complete the sentence: "He was accused of _____ the truth to protect his friend."

A. concealing
B. revealing
C. exposing
D. presenting

38. What does "to take something with a grain of salt" mean?

A. To accept it without question
B. To be skeptical about it
C. To take it seriously
D. To appreciate it

39. Which of the following is a synonym for "to alleviate"?

A. To make worse
B. To reduce
C. To aggravate
D. To dismiss

40. Which of the following expressions means "to be very successful"?

A. To hit the nail on the head
B. To go through the roof
C. To make a killing
D. To reach for the stars

41. Complete the following sentence: "They will proceed with the project, _____ unforeseen circumstances arise."

A. if
B. as long as
C. provided that
D. unless

42. Which of the following is the correct use of the word "anomaly"?

A. The weather anomaly was expected.
B. Her behavior was an anomaly.
C. An anomaly can often be ignored.
D. The anomaly were reported.

43. What does the expression "to have one's head in the clouds" mean?

A. To be very realistic
B. To fly on the plane
C. To be very focused
D. To be out of touch with reality, as if in a dream

44. Choose the correct word to fill in the blank: "His logic was so _____ that no one could argue against him."

A. fallacious
B. sound
C. vague
D. flawed

45. Complete the sentence: "The new policies were implemented to _____ efficiency."

A. exacerbate
B. complicate
D. enhance
D. diminish

46. Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

A. "I’m so hungry I could eat a horse."
B. "He is a tall man."
C. "She is very kind."
D. "It was a sunny day."

47. What does "to have a chip on one’s shoulder" mean?

A. To be confused
B. To be angry or resentful
C. To be laid-back
D. To be carefree

48. Which of the following sentences uses "less" correctly?

A. There is less people here today.
B. She has less books than he does.
C. He earns less than she does.
D. This is less important than that.

49. What does it mean to "cut corners"?

A. To take shortcuts
B. To make something more expensive
C. To be thorough
D. To ensure quality

50. Choose the correct word to fill in the blank: "They decided to _____ their differences and work together."

A. overcome
B. feign
C. address
D. escalate