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English Grammar And Vocabulary Exercises / Tests

The following page contains links to different English exercises. It includes mainly links to:

1. grammar exercises:

  • Tenses
  • clauses
  • other grammar points

2. vocabulary exercises:

  • basic English vocabulary
  • thematic vocabulary
  • idioms

3. global English tests.

Most of the exercises are interactive.

Enjoy learning!

EXERCISES / TESTS
Grammar
Tenses
The imperative
To be in the simple present
Simple present
Present progressive / continuous
Present simple or present continuous
Future plan
Simple past of to be
Is or has?
Simple past
Past progressive / continuous
Spelling of 'ed' forms
Exercise on the present perfect simple
Present perfect simple and continuous
Present perfect with already, since, for, just, yet
Simple future
Going to and will
Future continuous
Past perfect simple / continuous
Future perfect simple and continuous
Tenses - review
Clauses
Conditional sentences (mixed)
Conditional sentences type (mixed)
Conditional sentences type 1
Conditional sentences type 2
Conditional sentences type 3
If or Unless
Relative clauses
Who vs whom
Who, whom, whose, which
Purpose
Parallelism
Infinitives and Gerunds
Infinitives
Gerunds
Gerund or infinitive
Modals
Modals
Modals in the past
Meaning of modals
Can or can't
Mustn't or needn't
Object and predicate
Direct and Indirect Object (1)
Direct and Indirect Object (2)
Parts of speech
Parts of speech
Adjectives and adverbs
Adverbs
Position of adverbs
Adjectives or adverbs (1)
Adjectives or adverbs (2)
Adjective phrases
Adverbs of frequency
Possessive adjectives
Participial adjectives
Comparatives and superlatives
Nouns
Plurals (1)
Plurals (2)
The plural of compound nouns
Countable and uncountable nouns
Pronouns
Possessive pronouns
Personal pronouns
Object pronouns
Reflexive pronouns 1
Reflexive pronouns 2
Verbs
Phrasal verbs 1
Phrasal verbs 2
Phrasal verbs 3
Phrasal verbs 4
Transitive and intransitive verbs
Finite and non-finite verbs
Auxiliary verbs 1
Auxiliary verbs 2
Linking verbs
Dynamic and stative verbs 1
Dynamic and stative verbs 2
Prepositions
Prepositions of time and place 1
Prepositions of time and place 2
Prepositions 3
The prepositions at, in and on
Conjunctions
Conjunctions
but vs. and
Either/Or and Neither/Nor
Either, neither, both
Because or because of
Although, even though, in spite of...
Determiners
Determiners
Articles 1
Articles 2
Definite or zero article
Demonstratives 1
Demonstratives 2
Possessive adjectives
Quantifiers
Fewer or less
Many / much / a lot
Some / any
A little / a few
Questions
Yes or no questions
Wh-questions 1
Wh-questions 2
Tag Questions
Questions with like
Other grammar points
Reported speech
Passive voice 1
Passive voice 2
I wish / if only (1)
I wish / If only (2)
Too or enough
Used to, be used to, get used to
For or since
There, their, or they're
There is, there are
As or Like
Vocabulary
Basic vocabulary
School things
School expressions
People and family members
Numbers
Occupations
Seasons
Food
Synonyms
Opposites
Parts of the body
Animals
Clothes
Colors
Places in the city
Home
Bugs and Insects
Kitchen
Sports
Prefix or suffix
Make or do?
Animal sounds
Human sounds
Adjectives
Compound adjectives (1)
Compound adjectives (2)
Adjectives
Thematic vocabulary
Citizenship
Brain drain
Education
Humor
Sustainable development
Culture
Science and technology
Saint Valentine's Day
Winter Olympic Games
International Workers' Day
Environment
Means of transport
Banking
Corporate hierarchy
Democracy
April Fool's Day
Economic recession
Feelings /emotions
Do it yourself tools
The Beach
Confused words
Affect and effect
Accept and except
Advice and advise
Diffuse and defuse
Idioms
Idiomatic expressions
Speaking Quizzes
Phone Conversations
Making an appointment
Tests
Global English Tests
English Bac exams (archive)

Many learners tell me that they don’t get enough English speaking practice.

The biggest reason for this is not being able to find someone who wants to have conversations with them. If you don’t have anyone to speak with, you can’t practice.

That is why I created this lesson where I am going to give you five ways to find English-speakers so that you can get the practice you need.

Watch the video and then read the article below!

Why Speaking Practice Is Important

There are two main reasons why it’s important to get more speaking practice.

  1. It’s going to help you improve your speaking
  2. It makes the language real

Think about a football/soccer player. If he never plays a game, he will never improve. He needs to play in order to get match experience and learn what works in a real situation. Additionally, if the player never actually played a game, what’s the point of training?

It’s the same with learning English. If you never have a real conversation, you won’t learn what it’s like having a conversation and you won’t feel a strong connection to the language. Now that we know that it’s important to practice, here are some ways in which you can find someone to talk to.

(Note: natural practice isn’t the only way in which you can improve your speaking. It’s important to also do things like this.)

How to Get More English Speaking Practice

Okay, now it’s time to find someone who is going to speak with you. Here’s how:

1: Use it In Daily Life

This is for those who live in English-speaking countries. If you live in the U.K. or America, it’s a case of putting yourself out there and interacting with people on a daily basis.

Speak with people when you go shopping, when you’re out and about, when you’re in class, or in any situation.

A big reason why people don’t do this is that they aren’t confident or they’re afraid. If that is you, watch this video:

2: Go to Language Exchanges where you live or online

A language exchange is where you meet people who want to learn the language you speak and speak the language you want to learn.

Confused?

Okay, imagine this. Paul is from Spain (he speak Spanish) and is learning English. He meets Sarah who is from the U.K. (she speaks English) and learning Spanish. They meet for one hour every week and spend half the time speaking in English and half the time speaking in Spanish.

Going in person is fun and you’re going to benefit a lot out of it. Do a search like this: “language exchange in my city” on Google to find language exchanges where you live.

Want to meet English speakers from home online instead?

That’s easy now due to the number of apps available that bring together language learners. The one that stands out for me is Hello Talk.

Create a profile and start searching for people who you would like to talk to. You can chat, video chat, or voice chat using the app.

The key is taking the time to find the right type of people. Many people get frustrated because they spend 30-60 minutes contacting people but don’t hear anything. Or they try it a couple of times and don’t like their partner.

It might be frustrating at first but it’s worth it. Think about ways in which you can help others – don’t just think about yourself and what you want to get out of it.

Convey this message through the platform and have people come to you.

The more you put into it, the more you’ll get out of it.

4: Use websites such as Couchsurfing and Airbnb

These two sites connect travelers and hosts. If your city attracts English-speaking tourists, this is a way in which you can meet more people.

How far you go with this depends on you and your situation.

For example, you can simply meet tourists for a quick coffee. Or you could show them around your city. Or you can host them in your apartment.

What this does is gives you natural speaking practice with English speakers.

You’ll be using your English as you show people around your city, give them tips on the best things to do, and if you host people in your house, while you’re hanging out together.

5: Get a teacher – great for feedback!

Paying for a teacher means that you’re guaranteed speaking time.

The teacher – in the vast majority of cases! – is going to show up to your lesson and be present with you during the time you have booked.

It guarantees speaking practice. But it’s more than that. A good teacher will give you feedback on your speaking so that you can learn from any mistakes you make. A teacher can also guide you in other areas and help you improve more quickly.

Find a teacher in your local area or online. For example, ask teachers on YouTube or Instagram if they offer lessons. Or use sites such as iTalki or Lingoda.

Bonus: Talk to Yourself

When you just want to practice but there’s no one to practice with, have conversations with yourself.

You can put yourself in certain situations. For example, buying tickets, talking about football, talking about being sick. Anything really.

Or you can describe what’s happening around you.

Try it today and see if it’s going to help you.

Other Ways to Improve Your Speaking

Having conversations isn’t the only way to improve your speaking. In fact, I recommend including the following as part of your study plan:

  1. Use this speaking method

Let me know what you think!