Diagnostic Test

SECTION 1: Sentence Structure (10 points)

Instructions: Identify the sentence type: Simple (S), Compound (C), or Complex (CX)

1. The government increased taxes, so many small businesses struggled to survive.

S C CX

2. Although renewable energy is expensive to implement, it benefits the environment.

S C CX

3. Students study hard for their exams.

S C CX

4. The company launched a new product, but it didn't meet sales expectations.

S C CX

5. When the pandemic started, international travel restrictions were imposed worldwide.

S C CX

Instructions: Click the blocks below to construct the correct combined sentence. Click a block in your Answer Zone to remove it.

6. Combine into a [Complex] sentence: "The museum was closed. We visited the art gallery instead."

the art gallery instead

Because

we visited

the museum was closed

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7. Combine into a [Compound] sentence: "Online shopping is convenient. Many people still prefer shopping in physical stores."

but

Online shopping is convenient

many people still prefer shopping in physical stores

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8. Combine into a [Complex] sentence: "The research showed promising results. The scientists decided to continue the project."

the scientists decided to continue the project

Since

the research showed promising results

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9. Combine into a [Compound] sentence: "Exercise improves physical health. It also enhances mental well-being."

Exercise improves physical health

and

it also enhances mental well-being

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10. Combine into a [Complex] sentence: "People want to reduce their carbon footprint. They should use public transportation."

they should use public transportation

people want to reduce their carbon footprint

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SECTION 2: Subject-Verb Agreement and Tenses (10 points)

Instructions: Choose the correct verb form to complete each sentence.

11. The number of international students __________ increased significantly over the past decade.

has have

12. Neither the teachers nor the principal __________ aware of the policy change.

was were

13. By 2030, renewable energy __________ fossil fuels in many countries.

will replace will have replaced

14. The committee __________ every month to discuss budget allocations.

meets meet

15. If she __________ harder last semester, she would have passed the exam.

studied had studied

Instructions: Correct the tense errors in the following sentences. Type "No error" if the sentence is correct.

16. Since 2010, the city has experienced rapid growth and becomes a major economic hub.

17. The company is launching three new products next month and hired 50 additional employees.

18. When I arrived at the conference, the keynote speaker already finished his presentation.

19. She has been working on her thesis for six months and will submit it next week.

20. The researcher discovered the new species while he explores the Amazon rainforest in 2019.

SECTION 3: Punctuation (10 points)

Instructions: Select a tool from the toolbox above, then click the dashed boxes to inject punctuation.

21. The study examined three factors income level education background and employment status

Punctuation Toolbox:

;

Eraser

The study examined three factors income level education background and employment status

22. However the results were inconclusive therefore additional research is needed

Punctuation Toolbox:

;

Eraser

However the results were inconclusive therefore additional research is needed

23. The manager asked "Where are the quarterly reports"

Punctuation Toolbox:

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Eraser

The manager asked "Where are the quarterly reports"

24. Citizens who live in urban areas which are densely populated face higher living costs

Punctuation Toolbox:

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Eraser

Citizens who live in urban areas which are densely populated face higher living costs

25. The conference will be held in London on May 15 2025 and experts from around the world will attend

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Eraser

The conference will be held in London on May 15 2025 and experts from around the world will attend

Instructions: Identify and correct the punctuation errors. Type the corrected sentence, or "No error" if correct.

26. The government's decision to reduce funding; had significant consequences for public services.

27. Although, the project was challenging the team completed it on time.

28. The report covers several topics: climate change, economic development, and social inequality.

29. The CEO stated that "The company will expand into new markets next year".

30. Technology has transformed education, however some traditional methods remain effective.

SECTION 4: Use of Transitions (5 points)

Instructions: Choose the most appropriate transition word/phrase.

31. The housing market crashed in 2008. __________, many homeowners lost their properties.

a) However b) As a result c) In contrast d) Similarly

32. Online education offers flexibility and convenience. __________, it lacks the face-to-face interaction of traditional classrooms.

a) Furthermore b) Therefore c) On the other hand d) In addition

33. The experiment failed to produce expected results. __________, the researchers modified their methodology and tried again.

a) Consequently b) Moreover c) Alternatively d) For instance

34. The government implemented strict environmental regulations. __________, several industries complained about increased operational costs.

a) As a result b) In other words c) Likewise d) In fact

35. Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health. __________, it helps reduce stress and anxiety.

a) Conversely b) Nevertheless c) Moreover d) Otherwise

SECTION 5: Lexical Resource - Word Choice and Phrases (10 points)

Instructions: Replace the red underlined words with more appropriate academic vocabulary.

36. The big increase in population has put pressure on urban infrastructure.

37. The study gives a clear connection between diet and health outcomes.

38. Many experts give ideas that climate change will have serious consequences.

39. The old methods of teaching are no longer effective in modern classrooms.

40. The government needs to remove the problem of rising unemployment.

Instructions: Choose the word that best completes each sentence.

41. The new policy aims to __________ economic growth while protecting the environment.

a) promote b) advertise c) announce d) publicize

42. Research __________ that regular physical activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases.

a) tells b) indicates c) says d) mentions

43. The organization has __________ significant progress in reducing poverty levels.

a) done b) made c) had d) taken

44. The theory has been __________ criticized by several leading academics.

a) strongly b) highly c) very d) much

45. The company must __________ to changing market conditions to remain competitive.

a) adjust b) adapt c) adopt d) apply

SECTION 6: Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning (5 points)

Instructions: Read each statement and choose the option that best supports or explains it.

46. Statement: People were not willing to buy new houses since the banks hiked the interest rates.

a) The construction industry experienced a boom... b) The mortgage loans were too high for citizens with average salary to afford... c) Banks offered special promotions... d) Real estate prices dropped significantly...

47. Statement: Despite investing heavily in marketing, the company's sales continued to decline.

a) The marketing campaign was very successful. b) Customers were satisfied with the company's products. c) The product quality or market demand may have been the underlying issue. d) The company should invest even more in marketing.

48. Statement: Urban air quality has improved significantly over the past five years.

a) More people are using public transportation. b) Data shows a 40% reduction in particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide levels. c) The government announced new environmental policies. d) Citizens report feeling healthier.

49. Statement: Students who participate in extracurricular activities tend to perform better academically.

a) Only extracurricular activities directly cause higher grades. b) There may be a correlation between engagement in diverse activities and academic success. c) Students should stop focusing on their studies. d) Academic performance is more important than the activities outside of the school.

50. Statement: The introduction of automation in manufacturing has led to job displacement in certain sectors.

a) Automation should be completely banned. b) All workers have lost their jobs due to automation. c) Not all jobs were negatively affected by this tendency d) Automation has no impact on employment.

IELTS 6.0 Level Grammar & Critical Thinking Test

SECTION 1: Sentence Structure (10 points)

SECTION 2: Subject-Verb Agreement and Tenses (10 points)

SECTION 3: Punctuation (10 points)

SECTION 4: Use of Transitions (5 points)

SECTION 5: Lexical Resource - Word Choice and Phrases (10 points)

SECTION 6: Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning (5 points)

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IELTS 6.0 Level Grammar & Critical Thinking Test

SECTION 1: Sentence Structure (10 points)

SECTION 2: Subject-Verb Agreement and Tenses (10 points)

SECTION 3: Punctuation (10 points)

SECTION 4: Use of Transitions (5 points)

SECTION 5: Lexical Resource - Word Choice and Phrases (10 points)

SECTION 6: Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning (5 points)

Test Complete!