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Multidisciplinary English Quiz

Take your time, think it through, and see how well you command the English language.

Shai K. 3/30/2025

Welcome to the English Mastery Quiz! This 12-question challenge will test your skills in spelling, grammar, and word roots. Whether you're a word wizard or just brushing up on the basics, this quiz offers a fun way to sharpen your language know-how. From tricky spellings to sentence structure and the origins of words, each question is designed to engage and educate. Take your time, think it through, and see how well you command the English language. Ready to prove your prowess?

Choose the correct plural form of “phenomenon.”

Phenomenons

Phenomenae

Phenomena

Phenomeni

The Latin root of the word “jurisdiction” combines jus (law) with which other concept?

Rule

Speak

Write

Govern

Which sentence correctly uses the subjunctive mood?

If I was taller, I could reach the shelf.

I wish I was going to the concert.

If she were here, she'd know what to do.

He acts as if he was the boss.

Which word is an example of a contranym (a word with two opposite meanings)?

Sanction

Unique

Fortunate

Nostalgia

Which word is a synonym for “obfuscate”?

Simplify

Confuse

Clarify

Illuminate

What part of speech is the word “nevertheless”?

Adjective

Adverb

Conjunction

Preposition

Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?

After finishing the book, the movie was disappointing.

We walked through the park at sunset.

I only told her the truth.

Having finished his homework, he played video games.

Which of the following words is spelled incorrectly?

Accommodate

Perseverance

Embarras

Millennium

The word "catalyst" comes from Greek roots meaning what?

Dissolve

Overthrow

Dismissive

Fire

What is the grammatical function of the word “that” in this sentence: “The book that she wrote is excellent”?

Conjunction

Pronoun

Article

Adjective

Which word has the correct spelling?

Mischievious

Priviledge

Conscientious

Recieve

The word “algorithm” is derived from the name of a:

Roman philosopher

Persian mathematician

Indian mystic

Greek rhetorician

Give it another go...

Oh no, it looks like this quiz caught you off guard! With a score of 0-4, there’s plenty of room to grow in spelling, grammar, and word roots. Don’t worry—English can be tricky, and everyone starts somewhere. Consider this a stepping stone to improvement. Brush up on common spelling pitfalls, review grammar rules, and explore word origins for a fun twist. Retake the quiz after some practice, and you’ll be amazed at your progress. Keep at it—you’ve got the potential to turn those stumbles into strides!

Not bad at all!

Not bad! Scoring 5-8 out of 12 shows you’ve got a solid grasp of English basics, with some spelling, grammar, or word root challenges to conquer. You’re on the right track, balancing strengths and areas to polish. Maybe a tricky word tripped you up or a grammar rule slipped your mind—no big deal! Dive a little deeper into the spots where you wavered, and you’ll level up fast. Give it another go whenever you’re ready. You’re halfway to mastery, so keep the momentum going—well done so far!

Oh, wow!

Wow, impressive! With a score of 9-12, you’ve aced this quiz and shown real mastery over spelling, grammar, and word roots. Your command of English shines through—whether it’s nailing tough spellings, crafting perfect sentences, or decoding word origins, you’ve got it down. This score proves you’re a language standout, but there’s always more to explore. Challenge yourself with trickier words or share your skills with others. You’re a step away from perfection, so bask in the victory—you’ve earned it! Ready for round two to claim that flawless 12?