Errors of Use of english Flashcards
You can use WHICH and THAT as a similar word of pronoun and determiner
Different types of wild cats which/that are now extinct, or no longer.
-> WHICH/THAT => used after a noun to show what thing or things you mean.
-> WHICH => RELATIVE PRONOUN
Those who have seen it say that it is very impressive, showing animals such us horses, rhinos and cows, and that the artwork is good enough to _____ modern compositions.
Rival, becase it is not linked with “with!.
“Compare” and “complete” requiere “with” in this context (e.g “compete with something”). “Oppose” would mean to be against something (negative meaning).
-> Using “rival” implies that the artwork can compete with or challenge the quality of modern compositions
-> “Match” is a good choice because it means to equal or be comparable in quality to something else. Here, it suggests that the artwork is of high quality, on par with modern compositions.
To first scientists to ______ the Chauvet paintings missed some other important details however.
-> Reach
This is the only word with the meaning “to discover, to see for the fist time”.
The walls of the cave are also marked with a series of lines and symbols, that were initially _______ as insignificant.
Regarded
The only option that can be followed by “as”. “Believed” and “thought” are normally followed by “to be”. She is believed to be the best specialist in the field.
On these trips, you have the chance to go over the side of the boat and, equipped ________ a wetsuit, mask and snorkel, spend time in the water alongside the animals.
answer: With
“Equipped with” is used when talking about articles of clothing or necessary things, in this case - a mask, a snorkel and so on.
Seals are extremely inquisitive creatures and, once you’re in the water, they will swim past you trying to work OUT who you are and WHAT you’re doing there. _______ they can appear shy at first, seals soon GET used to you being in the water, and will come and play around you.
Although/though/while
-> A linking word used to contrast two parts of the following sentences. Remember that in your answer sheet all of the letters have to be capital, the capitalisation here is to indicate that it’s the first word of the sentence
After his first appearance in Dr.No (1962) the Queen’s number one spy has TRAVELED to more places, romanced more women, escaped from more dangerous situations and saved the world more time ____
Than _> is a kind of superlative, make comparisons to no one but convey the idea of a big action
After his first appearance in Dr.No (1962) the Queen’s number one spy has TRAVELED to more places, romanced more women, escaped from more dangerous situations and saved the world more time ____
Than _> is a kind of superlative, make comparisons to no one but convey the idea of a big action
differences between although and despite
“Although” and “despite” are both used to express contrast, but they have different structures and are used with different parts of speech:
Although (a pesar de) A conjunction that connects two ideas that are in opposition. It's always followed by a subject and verb. For example, "Although Tina was very tired, she couldn't sleep last night".
Despite
A preposition that indicates contrast and is always followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund. For example, “Despite the rain, we enjoyed the festival”.
Baseball is America’s national sport. But, __________ it originated in the USA, baseball is played in many other countries, especially in Central and South America and Japan.
although
A baseball field is divided ______ two parts.
“Divided into two parts”: The preposition “into” indicates transformation or separation from one whole into distinct sections or categories. Here, “into” emphasizes the process of dividing the field to create two separate parts.
“Divided in two parts”: The preposition “in” here is less common and may sound awkward to native speakers in this context. “In” often suggests location or state, as in “within” or “inside.” So, “in two parts” can imply that the field is in a state that involves two parts, rather than showing the act of dividing it.
A baseball field is divided _____two parts. The infield has the shape of a diamond and is bordered by the bases that runners run around. A few players stand in the grassy outfield and wait to catch the ball _________ letting it drop on the ground.
whithout
The batter tries to run around the bases as ____ as possible.
quickly
Exactly! You’ve got it.
"Quickly" is an adverb, so it describes the verb "run" (telling us how the batter runs). "Quick" is an adjective, so it describes nouns (like "a quick runner").
In this case, since we’re describing how the batter runs, we need the adverb “quickly”. Great job understanding the difference!
Even ____ American youngsters have the right to vote at 18, they can’t legally drink alcohol ___ they reach the age of 21.
The word “until” is used to express a time limit or end point when something will change. Here’s why it’s the best choice compared to “unless” or “even”:
"Until" indicates a time limit or deadline:
It means they can’t drink alcohol up to the point when they turn 21. After that age, they are allowed to drink legally.
"Unless" introduces a condition, meaning "except if":
If we say, "they can’t drink unless they reach 21," it changes the meaning, implying that drinking could be legal in other circumstances if that condition (age 21) is met, which isn’t the intent here.
