Verb Tense Grammar Exercise 1 (EN 203)

1. By the end of the year, she (graduate) _________ with a degree in business.
2. As soon as I (get) __________ home, it started to rain heavily.
3. We (have) _________ the chance to visit many museums in Paris last vacation.
4. Gary (work) _________ on this project for days without success.
5. Don't worry. She (be) _________ used to living by herself.
6. I (study) _________ hard until I pass the TOEFL.
7. Every time Mark (need) ________ help, he asks Mary.
8. Randy (go) ___________ to bed when his wife came home from work
9. Next month, we (celebrate) __________ our 5th wedding anniversary.
10. If you (not try) __________ it, give it a go.
11. He (not come) _________ to class this morning because he was sick.
12. Whenever Mr. Cruz (have) ________ to talk to his boss, he gets butterflies in his
stomach.
13. Mr. Alcantara (work) ________ for the NBI since 2002.
14. The last time I (go) ________ to Korea, I spent three weeks in Cheju Island.
15. It (rain) _________ every day since I arrived here.
16. The fans (cheer) _________ when the game finally started.
17. They (be) ________ together for five years before they decided to get married.
18. Betty (be) ________ to Korea thirteen times.
19. Lightning (strike) ________rarely twice in the same place.
20. Before Jack arrived at the station, the bus (leave) __________.
21. By the time Sam pays off his student loan, he (be) ____________ eighty years old.
22. By the time Peter gets back from the war, his daughter (graduate) _________ from
school.
23. Every time we (go) ________ to that restaurant, my stomach gets upset.
24. He (never meet) ________ the school Director until he bumped into him in the
supermarket this morning
25. The last time I (go) ___________ to San Francisco, I saw somebody doing yoga naked
along the wharf.
26. Steve (work) ________ for the DOJ before he quit.
27. Christian (wait) __________ Betty for nearly two hours. I think he's about ready to give
up.
28. I painted the house and it (turn out) ________ out better than I expected.
29. Andrew (take) _________ the course on JavaScript programming.
30. How big (be) _________ the new TV you bought?

Answer:
1. WILL HAVE GRADUATED 11. DID NOT COME 21. WILL HAVE BEEN
2. GOT 12. HAS 22. WILL HAVE GRADUATED
3. HAD 13. HAS BEEN WORKING 23. GO
4. HAS BEEN WORKING 14. WENT 24. HAD NEVER MET
5. IS 15. HAS RAINED 25. WENT
6. WILL STUDY 16. CHEERED 26. HAD WORKED
7. NEEDS 17. HAD BEEN 27. HAS BEEN WAITING
8. WAS GOING 18. HAS BEEN 28. TURNED OUT
9. WILL CELEBRATE 19. STRIKES 29. TAKES
10. HAVE NOT TRIED 20. HAD LEFT 30. IS
Verbal Grammar Exercise 4 (EN 203) - INFINITIVE GERUND PARTICIPLE MODIFY

1. "The renovations needed in the resort will require a lot of expenses, so we better make
some planning as early as possible." What is the participial phrase used in the sentence?
– ADJECTIVE modifying renovations.
2. "During the ceremony each honoree gave a dramatic and long thank you speech that
made everyone wearying to listen." What is the participial phrase used in the sentence?
– ADJECTIVE modifying everyone.
3. "The construction of a new road going to Tagaytay is being discussed by the DPWH and
the local government." What is the participial phrase used in the sentence? – ADJECTIVE
modifying road.
4. “Annoyed by the loud hammering, he walked out of the room". What is the participial
phrase used in the sentence? – ADJECTIVE modifying, he.
5. "Have you heard the irritating and aggravating noise of those children echoing all over
the compound?" What is the participial phrase used in the sentence? ADJECTIVE
modifying noise.
6. "Saying prayer in everything you do can give you peace of mind." What is the gerund
phrase used in the sentence? NOUN functions as subject.
7. “We talk about disposing the garbage properly." What is the gerund phrase used in
the sentence? – NOUN functions as Object of Preposition.
8. “I prefer watching comical movies when I am not in a good mood." What is the gerund
phrase used in the sentence? – NOUN functions as Direct Object.
9. "A popular recreation for kids singing nursery rhymes, can boost their verbal
ability." What is the gerund phrase used in the sentence? – NOUN functions as
Appositive.
10. "One of the favorite pastimes of most students today is watching videos in their
cellphones." What is the gerund phrase used in the sentence? – NOUN functions as
Complement.
11. "They are very excited to know the result of the election." What is the infinitive phrase
used in the sentence? - ADVERB modifying adjective Excited.
12. "Those men ran to catch the snatcher who stole the old woman's purse." What is the
infinitive phrase used in the sentence? - ADVERB modifying verb Ran.
13. "Do you have time to work on this assignment?" What is the infinitive phrase used in the
sentence? – ADJECTIVE modifying Work.
14. "To see you happy with each other is a manifestation of good relationship." What is the
infinitive phrase used in the sentence? – NOUN functions as Subject.
15. "The project given by the manager is really difficult to finish on time." What is the
infinitive phrase used in the sentence? – ADVERB modifying adjective difficult.
Phrases and Its Function Grammar Exercise 3 (EN 203)

1. "Motorists are fearful of another fuel price hike." What kind of phrase is the underscored
group of words?
2. What does the phrase 'of another fuel price hike' modify?
3. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'of another fuel price hike'?
4. In the phrase 'another fuel price hike', it is used as object of the preposition. As a noun
phrase, what is the headword?
5. "Only two couples are eating in the restaurant." What kind of phrase is the underscored
group of words?
6. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'only two couples'?
7. "Only two couples are eating in the restaurant." What kind of phrase is the underscored
group of words?
8. What is the heard in the phrase 'are eating'?
9. "Only two couples are eating in the restaurant." What kind of phrase is the underscored
group of words?
10. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'in the restaurant'?
11. "Our most coveted prize tonight is a kitchen showcase." What kind of phase is the
underscored group of words?
12. What is the headword of the phrase 'our most coveted prize tonight'?
13. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'our most coveted prize tonight'?
14. "Our most coveted prize tonight is a kitchen showcase." What kind of phase is the
underscored group of words?
15. What is the headword of the phrase 'a kitchen showcase'?
16. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'a kitchen showcase'?
17. "Sarah sent his brother some money for his allowance." What kind of phrase is the
underscored group of words?
18. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'his brother'?
19. "Sarah sent his brother some money for his allowance." What kind of phrase is the
underscored group of words?
20. What is the headword of the phrase 'some money for his allowance'?
21. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'some money for his allowance'?
22. "There were at least ten uniformed high-ranking military officers who were awarded medals
of valor." What kind of phrase is the underscored group of words?
23. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'ten uniformed high-ranking military'?
24. "There were at least ten uniformed high-ranking military officers who were awarded medals
of valor." What kind of phrase is the underscored group of words?
25. What is the function in the sentence of the phrase 'ten uniformed high-ranking military
officers'?
ANSWER:
1. PP 11. NP 20. MONEY
2. FEARFUL 12. PRIZE 21. DIRECT OBJECT
3. ADVERB 13. SUBJECT 22. ADJECTIVE
4. HIKE 14. NP PHRASE
5. NP 15. SHOWCASE 23. ADJECTIVE
6. SUBJECT 16. COMPLEMENT 24. NP
7. VP 17. NP 25. COMPLEMENT
8. EATING 18. INDIRECT
9. PP OBJECT
10. ADVERB 19. NP
Nouns and Pronouns and Its Function Grammar Exercise 2 (EN 203)

1. "Mushrooms and mildew are fungus." What is the correct form of the underlined word?
2. "All the choices are in the parenthesis." What is the correct form of the underlined word?
3. "Radius is a line put across in the middle of a circle." What is the correct form of the
underlined word?
4. "'The Little Prince' is an interesting story about friendship." What is the function of the
underlined noun?
5. "A friend can sometimes be your best adviser." Which among the words is the
complement?
6. "Most flowers need rich soil, just enough water, and indirect sunlight. Which of the
following nouns is the simple subject of the sentence?
7. "Most flowers need rich soil, just enough water, and indirect sunlight. What is the
function of the underlined noun?
8. "Teachers should give students moral support in difficult times." What is the function of
the underlined noun?
9. "Teachers should give students moral support in difficult times." What is the function of
the underlined noun?
10. "Teachers should give students moral support in difficult times." What is the direct object
in the sentence?
11. "They sympathize with the victims in times of sadness? What is the function of the
underlined noun?
12. "They sympathize with the victims in times of sadness? What is the function of the
underlined noun?
13. The movie world considers Lino Brocka a great director." What is the function of the
underlined noun?
14. "The movie world considers Lino Brocka a great director." What is the direct object in
the sentence?
15. "Paul sent Bertha a card on her birthday." What is the function of the name 'Bertha' in
the sentence?
16. "On weekdays my parents are very busy with their work. They have no time to help me
in my studies; but being an understanding son, _____ often try not to put pressure on
them." What appropriate pronoun may complete the sentence?
17. "When we eat out, our meal is usually expensive. _____ includes a variety of dishes and
special desserts for each of us." What pronoun can complete the sentence?
18. "Our weekend activities are really hectic. _____ keep us on the go." What appropriate
pronoun can be added to the sentence?
19. "Our weekend activities are really hectic. _____ never have an idle moment." What
appropriate pronoun can be added to the sentence?
20. "Carl chose Sarah to run with _____ in the relay race. What appropriate pronoun can be
added in the sentence?
21. "Anne asked Edgar, 'Will you give me a ride to school?'" What is the antecedent of the
underlined pronoun?
22. "The students wrote poems and read them in class." What is the antecedent of the
underlined pronoun?
23. "It is only _____ who will be with you till the end of time. Call me your friend." What
appropriate pronoun can be added in the sentence?
24. "The youngest in the classroom is Laura." What pronoun can be used to substitute the
underlined word?
25. "The infamous Roman tyrant and persecutor of Christians Nero, was the adopted son of
Emperor Claudius. His full name was Nero Claudius Caesar Drusus Germanicus but
 historians just call this tyrant Nero." What pronoun can be used to substitute the
underlined words?
26. "It appeared that the helicopter's pilot had misjudged the distance because dust and
flames had clouded the set." What pronoun can be used to substitute the underlined
words?
27. "From _____ did you receive your training? What interrogative pronoun can complete
the sentence?
28. "_____ company did he finally join? Was it Mr. Dole's or Mr. Brooke's? What
interrogative pronoun can complete the sentence?
29. "Some of the contestants their pieces with very little emotions. What kind of pronoun is
the underlined word?
30. "Everyone gave her a big round of applause." What is the function of the underlined
pronoun (which is used to substitute a noun in the sentence)?
31. "Bring him to the doctor!" What is the function of the underlined pronoun (which is used
to substitute a noun in the sentence)?
32. "We need to talk." What is the function of the underlined pronoun (which is used
to substitute a noun in the sentence)?
33. "Henry shared the information with them?" What is the function of the underlined
pronoun (which is used to substitute a noun in the sentence)?
34. "_____ time will Cynthia's plane arrive? What interrogative pronoun can complete the
sentence?
35. "Each needs complete and thorough checkup." What kind of pronoun is the underlined
word?
ANSWER:

1. FUNGI 17. IT 33. OBJECT OF PREP.

2. PARENTHESES 18. THEY 34. WHAT
3. RADIUS 19. WE 35. INDEFINITE PRONOUN
4. COMPLEMENT 20. HIM
5. ADVISER 21. EDGAR
6. FLOWERS 22. POEMS
7. DIRECT OBJECT 23. I
8. SUBJECT 24. SHE
9. INDIRECT OBJECT 25. HIM
10. MORAL SUPPORT 26. IT
11. OBJECT OF PREP. 27. WHOM
12. OBJECT OF PREP. 28. WHOSE
13. COMPLEMENT 29. INDEFINITE PRONOUN
14. LINO BROCKA 30. INDIRECT OBJECT
15. INDIRECT OBJECT 31. DIRECT OBJECT
16. I 32. SUBJECT