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.
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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. Use the present simple for her current routine: She _______ to school every day.
A) go
B) goes
C) going
D) went
2. Articles (a, an, the, no article)
3. Mention one apple for the first time: I have _______ apple in my bag.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) no article
4. Mention your house for the first time, without identifying it: 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. Complete a rule with a modal of obligation: You _______ be quiet in this room.
A) can
B) must
C) might
D) may
10. Ask for permission: _______ 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) There am
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? — Maria.
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
- A
- B
- B
- A
- B
- B
- D
- B
- B
- B
- C
- B
- A
- B
- B
- A
- B
- C
- B
- A
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Scoring & Evaluation
18-20 correct → Strong performance on this grammar sample. Review any uncertain answers.
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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