Quantifiers Little Few A Little A FewSet 3

This set of 61 multiple-choice questions evaluates understanding of quantifiers such as "little," "few," "a little," and "a few." It tests skills in using negative expressions, context in language, comparative adjectives, and the distinction between countable and uncountable nouns. The questions cover various contexts, including sentence structure, comparative sentences, and the correct usage of determiners and articles in English grammar.
1..... of my friends don't like to play games
2There are ..... water in a bowl.
3Jess only made ..... mistakes. You do not have to shout at her like that!
4It's a difficult text. I've had to look up quite ..... words in the dictionary.
5There's still ..... distance to go so be patient please.
6Only ..... students passed the difficult exam.
7Yi Da poured ..... milo powder into his cup.
8I can't go to the supermarket today, I have few money to spend
9The mixture looks rather dry. Maybe you should add ..... water.
10Aling Nena has ..... vegetables to sell.
11I bought ..... cookies for the picnic.
12A ..... friends
13Countable-oriented quantifiers:
14A ..... hours passed as Charles sat on the bench waiting for his father.
15Which sentence uses the correct form of "few" and "a few" ?
16He was a wonderful teacher. Everyone agreed it would be hard to find ..... like him.
17There are ..... cookies left in the jar, so we need to bake more.
18There is ..... space in this room.
19In the sentence " ..... of the cake was left after the party," which quantifier would indicate that only a small amount remained?
20..... get the chance to do it.
21..... of you can look after the travel arrangements.
22We should have ..... time to go sightseeing after the meeting.
23The circus had ..... well-trained lions.
24..... music students become famous.
25I've read ..... his books.
26I'm not lazy but I think we have ..... public holidays. We ought to have more.
27Jane has as ..... opportunities to go in for sport as I.
28What is the correct form: 'Less people attended the event' or 'Fewer people attended the event'?
29According to the international investment memorandum recently signed in Geneva, France is one of the 4 European nations planning to provide fewer tax incentives for foreign investment in production of heavy industrial machinery.
30She has (A) a little (B) friends (C) in this city (D) now (E).
31Complete the sentence.Can I ask you ..... questions about your diet?
32There are ..... bottles on the table.
33Identify the quantifier in the sentence: 'I have a few friends.'
34(Quantity) Spending ..... hours in the sun everyday is pleasant.
35You only need ..... salt.
36None two butterflies have exactly the same design on their wings.
37She always has ..... coffee for breakfast.
38..... are good at Maths
39I want to watch a concert. There are no empty seats in the front row, but there are ..... available seats in the back.
40I need ..... ice cubes in my drink.
41We have ..... water. We need to buy some urgently.
42She knows ..... actors because she works in the theatre.
43The hotel has a poor reputation and ..... people want to stay there
44I only want ..... little sugar in my tea, please.
45I saw ..... people in front of the cinema.
46I have ..... friends, not many.
47It also has a (2) ..... other forms of transport.
48Choose the appropriate quantifier/determiner:I'll be ready in ..... minutes.
49..... question from this chapter was asked.
50I saw ..... birds in the park today.
51Choose the correct answer: Many people feel there's ..... point in voting, even in a general election.
52There were ..... vegetables in the grocery so he went to look for ..... grocery since we needed ..... of them.
53We have ..... River, but have ..... Lake
54WOULD YOU LIKE SOME MILK IN YOUR TEA? JUST ..... PLEASE.
55I have interviewed ..... applicants for this position. I think we have found the right person.
56We still have ..... little money left; perhaps we might have ..... lunch in ..... Asian restaurant.
57I am afraid there is ..... else I can do.
58"A few" is used to describe small quantities of countable nouns, whereas "a little" is used for uncountable nouns.
59[35%] of people here like k-pop.
60There are only ..... tomatoes in the fridge.
61I was ..... thirsty after I drank Gatorade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between "few" and "a few"?

"Few" indicates a small number, often with a negative connotation, while "a few" suggests a small but sufficient number, often with a positive connotation.

How do you use "fewer" and "less" correctly?

"Fewer" is used with countable nouns, while "less" is used with uncountable nouns. For example, "fewer apples" and "less water."

When should you use quantifiers with countable nouns?

Quantifiers like "few," "many," and "several" are used with countable nouns, which can be counted individually, such as "few books" or "many students."

How do you use quantifiers in comparative sentences?

In comparative sentences, quantifiers like "fewer" and "less" are used to compare quantities, such as "fewer cars" or "less sugar."

What is the correct usage of "another" in a comparative context?

"Another" is used to indicate an additional item or person, often in a comparative context, such as "another hour" or "another student."