A1 English Grammar Test

What is an A1 English Grammar Test?

An A1 English Grammar Test is a basic-level test designed to assess fundamental grammar skills for English learners. It follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and evaluates simple sentence structures, verb tenses, prepositions, articles, and basic vocabulary.

Who is it for & Why is it Important?

The A1 level is for beginners who are just starting their English learning journey. This test is important for:
✅ Students in beginner English courses
✅ Job seekers applying for entry-level positions in English-speaking environments
✅ Travelers who need basic English for communication
✅ Immigrants who require language skills for integration
✅ Anyone looking to build a strong foundation in English

A1 English Grammar Test – 20 Multiple-Choice Questions

1. Basic Tenses

1. What _______ your name?
A) is
B) are
C) am
D) be

2. She _______ to school every day.
A) go
B) goes
C) going
D) went

2. Articles (a, an, the, no article)

3. I have _______ apple in my bag.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) no article

4. We live in _______ big house.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) no article

3. Prepositions

5. The book is _______ the table.
A) in
B) on
C) at
D) to

6. I was born _______ May.
A) on
B) in
C) at
D) to

4. Pronouns

7. This is my sister. _______ name is Sarah.
A) He
B) She
C) His
D) Her

8. John and I are friends. _______ play football together.
A) He
B) We
C) They
D) You

5. Modal Verbs

9. You _______ eat vegetables to stay healthy.
A) can
B) must
C) might
D) may

10. _______ I go to the bathroom, please?
A) Must
B) Can
C) Should
D) Will

6. Plural Forms

11. One child, two _______.
A) child
B) childs
C) children
D) childrens

12. One foot, two _______.
A) foots
B) feet
C) feets
D) foot

7. There is / There are

13. _______ a cat under the chair.
A) There is
B) There are
C) It is
D) They are

14. _______ many books in my bag.
A) There is
B) There are
C) It is
D) He is

8. Basic Adjectives

15. The elephant is _______ than the dog.
A) big
B) bigger
C) biggest
D) more big

16. This test is _______ easy!
A) very
B) much
C) many
D) more

9. Question Words

17. _______ is your best friend?
A) What
B) Who
C) When
D) Where

18. _______ are you late?
A) What
B) Where
C) Why
D) Who

10. Verb + -ing

19. I like _______ football.
A) play
B) playing
C) to playing
D) played

20. She enjoys _______ to music.
A) listening
B) listen
C) to listen
D) listens

Answer Key

1. A
2. B
3. B
4. A
5. B
6. B
7. D
8. B
9. B
10. B
11. C
12. B
13. A
14. B
15. B
16. A
17. B
18. C
19. B
20. A

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Scoring & Evaluation

✅ 18-20 correct → Excellent! 🎉 You have a strong A1 grammar level!
✅ 14-17 correct → Good job! 👍 Keep practicing to reach the next level.
✅ 10-13 correct → Fair result! 📚 You might need some revision.
✅ Below 10 correct → Keep practicing! 🔄 Review the grammar topics and try again.

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