This post includes the complete answer key along with detailed explanations for the Determiners MCQ exercise consisting of 50 questions, specifically designed for MDCAT and NUMS aspirants. Each question and explanation is inspired by patterns observed in MDCAT and NUMS Past Papers, focusing on correct usage of articles, quantifiers, demonstratives, possessives, and other types of determiners. These explanations not only clarify the correct answers but also strengthen your overall grammar concepts, helping you avoid common mistakes and prepare more effectively for the English portion of the exam.
Q.1
Correct option: C (Each)
Explanation: “Each” is used to refer to individual members of a pair (two sisters). “Both” would imply they are married together, which is illogical.
Q.2
Correct option: A (Both)
Explanation: “Both” is used when referring to two people collectively. “Each” would imply separateness, which doesn’t fit the context of joint attendance.
Q.3
Correct option: D (all)
Explanation: “All” is used for a complete group. The phrase “all of them” means every member without exception.
Q.4
Correct option: B (enough)
Explanation: “Enough” indicates sufficiency. The sentence implies they spent an adequate amount for the wedding.
Q.5
Correct option: D (Most)
Explanation: “Most” indicates a majority. The sentence suggests that the majority of candidates pass the exam.
Q.6
Correct option: A (Neither)
Explanation: “Neither” is used for two items (deadlines) to indicate that not one or the other was met.
Q.7
Correct option: B (some)
Explanation: “Some” is used for unspecified quantities of uncountable nouns (sugar). It’s a polite request.
Q.8
Correct option: C (the little)
Explanation: “The little” refers to a small but specific amount (the chance they had). It emphasizes the loss of what little remained.
Q.9
Correct option: A (Several)
Explanation: “Several” indicates an indefinite but notable number of participants left the meeting.
Q.10
Correct option: C (more)
Explanation: “More” is used to indicate additional workers are needed for the construction.
Q.11
Correct option: B (The)
Explanation: “The” specifies the particular man they saw, who turned out to be a thief.
Q.12
Correct option: D (somebody)
Explanation: “Somebody” is used to refer to an unspecified person who can help. It’s a general request for assistance.
Q.13
Correct option: A (less)
Explanation: “Less” is used for uncountable nouns (work) to suggest reducing the amount before taking a break.
Q.14
Correct option: D (None of the above)
Explanation: Colors used generally (blue) do not require an article or determiner.
Q.15
Correct option: C (either)
Explanation: “Either” is used to choose one of two options, fitting the context of picking between two.
Q.16
Correct option: A (All)
Explanation: “All” refers to the complete group of students who were punished.
Q.17
Correct option: D (much)
Explanation: “Much” is used for uncountable nouns (cash) in negative constructions (“isn’t much”).
Q.18
Correct option: C (everywhere)
Explanation: “Everywhere” emphasizes searching all possible places, reinforcing the inability to find her.
Q.19
Correct option: A (Each)
Explanation: “Each” individualizes the members of the group, indicating every single one was invited.
Q.20
Correct option: C (The)
Explanation: “The” is used for unique objects like the sun.
Q.21
Correct option: A (Most)
Explanation: “Most” indicates the majority of the people who came have left.
Q.22
Correct option: B (a lot)
Explanation: “A lot of work” is a common phrase indicating a large quantity.
Q.23
Correct option: B (no)
Explanation: “No” negates the existence of messages, fitting the context.
Q.24
Correct option: C (The few)
Explanation: “The few” specifies a small, definite group of people who migrated and died.
Q.25
Correct option: D (much)
Explanation: “Much” is used for uncountable nouns (knowledge) in negative constructions.
Q.26
Correct option: B (enough)
Explanation: “Enough” indicates insufficiency of space for others.
Q.27
Correct option: C (someone)
Explanation: “Someone” is used to inquire about an unspecified person at the door.
Q.28
Correct option: D (The)
Explanation: “The” is used for specific trains (Shatabdi Express).
Q.29
Correct option: B (an)
Explanation: “An” is used before vowel sounds (/h/ in “heirloom” is silent).
Q.30
Correct option: B (an)
Explanation: “An” is used before vowel sounds (/aʊ/ in “hour” is silent).
Q.31
Correct option: D (None of the above)
Explanation: Subjects like “Biology” do not take an article when referred to generally.
Q.32
Correct option: A (Somebody)
Explanation: “Somebody” refers to an unspecified person who left the letter.
Q.33
Correct option: B (the)
Explanation: “The most intelligent” is a superlative construction requiring “the.”
Q.34
Correct option: C (many)
Explanation: “Many” is used for countable nouns (friends) in negative constructions.
Q.35
Correct option: D (None)
Explanation: “None” negates the availability of any helpers.
Q.36
Correct option: C (all)
Explanation: “All” indicates she ate every chocolate in the box.
Q.37
Correct option: B (Some)
Explanation: “Some” indicates an indefinite number of teachers are absent.
Q.38
Correct option: A (a)
Explanation: “A” is used for singular countable nouns (cup) mentioned for the first time.
Q.39
Correct option: C (an)
Explanation: “An” is used before vowel sounds (/oʊ/ in “old”).
Q.40
Correct option: D (any)
Explanation: “Any” is used in questions for uncountable nouns (rice) to ask about quantity.
Q.41
Correct option: B (all)
Explanation: “All” refers to every room being occupied.
Q.42
Correct option: A (The)
Explanation: “The” specifies the particular principal looking for you.
Q.43
Correct option: D (No)
Explanation: “No man” negates the idea of immortality universally.
Q.44
Correct option: B (the)
Explanation: “The father of computers” is a unique title for Charles Babbage.
Q.45
Correct option: A (the)
Explanation: “The” specifies the particular magazine of TOI.
Q.46
Correct option: C (Neither)
Explanation: “Neither” is used for two items (documents) to indicate none were updated.
Q.47
Correct option: D (many)
Explanation: “Many” is used for countable nouns (relatives).
Q.48
Correct option: B (more)
Explanation: “More” is the comparative form indicating greater experience.
Q.49
Correct option: B (some)
Explanation: “Some” is a polite request for an unspecified quantity of fruits.
Q.50
Correct option: A (None)
Explanation: “None” negates the knowledge of the mishappening among the group.
