Sentence Completion Advanced Level Test - Quiz (Online Exercise With Answers) 1

This first sentence completion test contains 25 multiple choice questions on the topic of sentence completion of the English language. Both English learners and ESL teachers can use this online exercise as a revision to check the knowledge of sentence completion.

Sentence Completion Advanced Level Test 1

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Question 1

Contrary to common belief, vegetarian ants do not consume plants directly by biting pieces out of them. Instead, they _____.

A	prefer to consume flesh
B	have only a minor effect on ecology
C	outnumber the other insects living in the same area
D	drink nectar and similar sugar-rich plant secretions
E	they are fond of animal meat

Question 2

The Grand Canyon in Arizona, which is famous for its depth, is so deep ______.

A	that the top and the bottom have very different weather and vegetation
B	because many people find it difficult to catch fish in such shallow water
C	since it lies about 3000 metres above sea level
D	the upper broad part is about 7 million years old
E	if it rains in both winter and summer

Question 3

Any intrusion by the man on the territories of animals can have disastrous effects. In recent years, for example, _____.

A	animals had turned completely defensive against attacks by man
B	roads have been built near or through areas which are home to many animals
C	the overall tiger population has dramatically declined due to the loss of habitat
D	people have made no attempt to save the endangered species of animals
E	the number of wild animals increased largely in the jungle

Question 4

_____, two strong-willed Sultans, Selim III and Mahmud II, set about acquiring the scientific knowledge needed to re-build military superiority.

A	Since they are really against wars armies in the world
B	The reason why the First World War was initiated was
C	Although the intellectuals who were sent to Europe marvelled at what they found
D	Aimed to shorten the resources of their army
E	After the military defeats that came quickly at the beginning of the nineteenth century

Question 5

Should the governments of both countries fail to start negotiations soon, _____.

A	both sides are hopeful that a possible war can be avoided
B	most of the authorities have long feared a rebel
C	many people have considered the possibility of a civil war
D	nevertheless the peacekeeping treaties are pessimistic
E	a war is highly likely to be the result

Question 6

_____, the occasion will be held in the ballroom instead.

A	Although everyone had brought their umbrellas with them
B	The number of the flights to Europe decreased
C	In case of rain or snow during next week's wedding reception
D	Despite the accurate predictions of meteorology
E	Because it was really sunny and bright

Question 7

After thinking weeks to come to a decision, _____.

A	the new project was given up
B	Ben chose purple as the wall colour of his kitchen
C	the dog would make a more difficult pet to take care of than a bird
D	the disagreement was solved in a satisfactory way
E	the verdict didn't meet the demands of the public

Question 8

______ that were announced to start the following week.

A	The expo-technology meeting received great public interest
B	Peach trees have blossomed late this year
C	The derby match had to be put off owing to the unfavourable weather conditions
D	Candidates from both parties were looking forward
E	All the tickets for the premiere had been sold out

Question 9

_____, the kiwi is the prime fruit to eat if you have the flu.

A	Since it has more vitamin C than any other one
B	Because of its calorie amount
C	Had you been overweight
D	That you're not allowed to consume fruit
E	The reason why you eat fresh fruit may be

Question 10

Whenever I intend to buy a dress or a shirt, _____.

A	I loathed the clerk's dishonest utterances on how he liked it
B	I've always ended up buying none
C	I find it much better to get its hanger as well
D	Sue often accompanied me
E	Since I had so many things to keep in mind, I left the boutique for the skirt without paying

Question 11

Besides dizziness and throwing up, ______.

A	the old woman was urgently taken to the hospital
B	so the disorder can easily be treated via laser beans
C	the therapist advised him to have some more fresh air
D	therefore your body becomes so dehydrated
E	physical weakness is another symptom of pregnancy

Question 12

_____, I've forgotten his name.

A	Though they organized a perfect wedding ceremony
B	Since we've been close friends
C	In spite of the fact that I attended Julia's son's birthday party only recently
D	Although I've never attended any occasion with him
E	Because he's been popular worldwide

Question 13

_____, many foreigners want to make a second or even a third visit.

A	Because it's one of the most beautiful cities in the world
B	Though it has many facilities and natural beauties to host tourists
C	Since the country had declined as a world power
D	Despite its great popularity for its hotels which have international standards
E	Owing to its bad reputation for hosting tourists

Question 14

My mother made sure to take her umbrella _____.

A	in spite of the heavy storms which broke suddenly
B	thus the thunderstorm's been going on since yesterday
C	if it has stopped raining when she leaves
D	therefore, she'll get soaked thoroughly
E	in case it rained on her way to the grocery

Question 15

_____ who really discovered America.

A	The encyclopedias may probably give you valuable information
B	Very few people can remember the name of the man
C	As part of our geography class, we’ve been requested to write a thesis
D	We've just read a very detailed article on history
E	We should all be happy nowadays

Question 16

If only we had started earlier today, ______.

A	we wouldn't submit the project on time
B	we couldn't have everything done before dinner
C	we would have finished the reports by now
D	that's why the other colleagues were annoyed
E	we were certain to get ready before the manager arrived

Question 17

In spite of the terrible flu he had during the horse race, _____.

A	the spectators were shocked since they were expecting her to get a gold medal
B	the jockey was able to leave the others behind by a large margin
C	I'm sure he'll do whatever he can but he won't have any chance to win
D	as expected by us, the competitor was beaten by a computer
E	it was between the two biggest races in the state

Question 18

You have too many careless mistakes in this paper; _____.

A	therefore, you'd better correct them and reprint it before handing it in
B	despite your laziness and irresponsible behaviours
C	whereas your friends have many incorrect answers
D	until you had graduated from the college
E	because there are still many others who submit their papers with careless mistakes

Question 19

By the time my mother eventually retired, _____.

A	she's been working for 35 years
B	she was not saving any money at all
C	she would change her house because she bought a new one
D	she was really too old to enjoy her life
E	she'll have saved much money

Question 20

While the Eastern districts have a high female illiteracy proportion, ______.

A	nor has the northern Ireland, where high schooling is compulsory
B	literacy is rather low in Afghanistan
C	so is Iraq, due largely to poverty
D	many Indians have yet learnt western traditions
E	southern parts have an even higher one

Question 21

You'll need' all the energy you can muster _____.

A	you must proceed with caution
B	to keep pace with what’s happening
C	because there was a note of urgency
D	whether there's been lots of action throughout the year
E	since you're keeping yourself aloof from anyone

Question 22

While critics pay homage to John Milton's 'Paradise Lost', _____.

A	they don't show any respect towards his work
B	it was a great success
C	his attempt was admirable in many ways
D	part of his work as a writer is to defend literature
E	the average reader finds it too difficult to understand

Question 23

_____, pepper is probably the most widely used one in the world today.

A	Nervous as he was
B	Whereas diamond, is a carbon
C	Although regarded as one of the most common plants
D	One of the earliest spices known
E	The further you investigate this court

Question 24

_____ her poem was chosen the best out of the over a hundred entries in the competition.

A	The reason why she had been amazed was
B	When the football fans
C	What surprised her was that
D	It will be my ideal that
E	In spite of the other precious paintings

Question 25

It's a pity that there are some professions in which people work so hard _____.

A	where opportunities are rather fewer
B	incase:they can find a perfect job
C	which they should make a lot of expenses
D	that they never find time to enjoy life
E	while they're not allowed any time off