My House and Neighborhood: Interactive Quizzes for Modern Foreign Language Learners

Question 1

In French, what is the word for 'the living room' where you relax and spend time with your family?

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La salon

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Le salle

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Le cuisine

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La chambre

Question 2

You're showing your friend around your house. Which room would you take them to see the bathtub?

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Bathroom

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Kitchen

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Living room

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Bedroom

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a room in a typical house?

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Garden

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Kitchen

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Garage

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Conservatory

Question 4

Translate 'the bathroom' into French.

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La salle de bain

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Le salon

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La cuisine

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La chambre

Question 5

Which type of housing is not commonly found in the United Kingdom?

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Skyscraper

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Terraced house

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Semi-detached house

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Cottage

Question 6

Which sentence correctly uses the preposition 'in' to show that something is enclosed or contained?

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The car is parked in the driveway.

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I live in Great Britain.

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The book is on the table.

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The cat is under the sofa.

Question 7

Which of these is not usually a room in a house?

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Treehouse

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Kitchen

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Garage

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Living room

Question 8

Which Spanish sentence correctly describes where we cook and eat?

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La cocina es la habitación donde cocinamos y comemos.

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El baño es la habitación donde cocinamos y comemos.

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El comedor es la habitación donde cocinamos y comemos.

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La sala de estar es la habitación donde cocinamos y comemos.

Question 9

Which room is **less common** in a typical house?

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Attic

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Living room

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Bathroom

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Kitchen

Question 10

Translate the English word "couch" into Spanish.

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el sofá

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el armario

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la silla

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la mesa

Question 11

When talking about where you live in English, which preposition comes after the verb "live"?

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in

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on

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at

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by

Question 12

Which preposition means something is located beside something else?

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beside

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in front of

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behind

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above

Question 13

Which room in a house is usually used to relax and host guests?

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Living room

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Kitchen

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Bedroom

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Bathroom

Question 14

When describing the location of an object, which word does NOT express a positional relationship?

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however

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in front of

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beside

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above

Question 15

Where is the sofa located in the living room?

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Opposite the fireplace

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Next to the window

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Behind the armchair

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Under the painting

Question 16

When giving directions in English, which expression would you use to tell someone to turn left?

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Turn left

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A droite

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Drehen Sie rechts ab

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Gira a destra

Question 17

What is the Spanish translation for "My house is big and has a garden?"

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Mi casa es grande y tiene un jardín.

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Mi casa es pequeña y no tiene un jardín.

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Mi casa es bonita y tiene una piscina.

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Mi casa es antigua y no tiene jardín.

Question 18

You're lost in a Spanish-speaking city. How do you ask a passerby for directions to the post office?

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¿Dónde está la oficina de correos?

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¿Dónde está el ayuntamiento?

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¿Dónde está la biblioteca?

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¿Dónde está el museo?

Question 19

In the sentence 'The painting _____ the wall is a portrait of my grandmother,' which preposition should be used?

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On

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In

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At

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Above

Question 20

How do you invite your Spanish-speaking friend into your bedroom?

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Come in, step into the bedroom.

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Let's go to the kitchen.

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The dining room is here.

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This is the bathroom.

Question 21

In a typical British house, which room is usually used to store coats, shoes, and umbrellas?

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Cloakroom

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Kitchen

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Dining room

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Bathroom

Question 22

Which feature is typically less common in British houses compared to American houses?

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A basement

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A garden

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A fireplace

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A loft

Question 23

Which room is less common in a British house?

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Conservatory

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Kitchen

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Bathroom

Question 24

Which type of housing is uncommon in the UK?

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Yurt

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Terraced house

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Semi-detached house

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Apartment

Question 25

Translate this phrase into German: The living room is where we relax and spend time with family, but it's also where we entertain guests.

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Das Wohnzimmer ist ein Ort, an dem wir uns entspannen und Zeit mit der Familie verbringen, aber es ist auch der Ort, an dem wir Gäste empfangen.

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Die Küche ist ein Ort, an dem wir kochen und essen.

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Das Schlafzimmer ist ein Ort, an dem wir schlafen.

Question 26

Which word refers to a place where you can purchase food?

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Bakery

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Cinema

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Park

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School

Question 27

Where can you go to buy groceries in your neighborhood?

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Supermarket

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Library

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Park

Question 28

Translate the word "kitchen" into French.

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la cuisine

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la salle de bain

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la chambre

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le salon

Question 29

In a typical British house, which room serves both as a cooking and dining space?

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Kitchen-diner

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Living room

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Conservatory

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Study

Question 30

Which of the following is typically NOT considered a room in a house?

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Garage

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Living room

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Dining room

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Bathroom

Question 31

In a typical British house, which room is used for cooking and often has a designated area for dining?

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Kitchen-diner

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Conservatory

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Utility room

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Living room

Question 32

Which of the following is a place in a neighborhood where people can go to relax and have fun?

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Park

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Shopping center

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Factory

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Housing estate

Question 33

Which sentence correctly uses the 'there is' structure to show that there is only one painting?

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There is a painting on the wall.

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There are many paintings on the wall.

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Is there a painting on the wall?

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There is a painting and a vase on the wall.

Question 34

In a neighborhood, which place is known for selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and other products directly from local farmers or vendors?

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Farmers market

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Supermarket

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Convenience store

Question 35

Which shop in your neighborhood primarily sells meat, poultry, seafood, and dairy products?

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Grocery store

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Bookstore

Question 36

Which establishment in your local area offers a wide variety of products, including fresh food, groceries, household items, and toiletries?

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Supermarket

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Bakery

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Convenience store

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Butcher's shop

Question 37

When describing the location of houses in your neighborhood, which word indicates that one house is directly across the street from another?

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Opposite

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Behind

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Next to

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In front of

Question 38

In a house, which room is typically used for taking baths?

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Bathroom

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Kitchen

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Living room

Question 39

Which room is typically NOT found in a British house?

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Sauna

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Bathroom

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Conservatory

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Cloakroom

Question 40

What is the best way to build a strong relationship with your neighbors?

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Take part in neighborhood events and activities.

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Avoid talking to your neighbors and don't join in with any local events.

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Always put your own needs before those of your neighbors.

Question 41

Where can you go in your local area to buy fresh produce like fruits, vegetables, and other farm products?

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Farmers' market

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Mega Mall

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Corner shop

Question 42

Which of these is NOT a typical type of house in the UK?

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Yurt

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Terraced house

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Semi-detached house

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Apartment

Question 43

What is a common activity people usually do before leaving home for school or work in the morning?

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Eat breakfast

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Mow the lawn

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Do laundry

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Go for a jog

Question 44

What architectural features distinguish British houses from those in other countries?

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Stone or brick exteriors, bay windows, and sash windows with small panes

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Open floor plans, expansive gardens, and bright colors

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Thatched roofs and half-timbered construction

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Intricate decorative details, statues, and ornaments

Question 45

What are the ethical and social concerns that can arise from neighborhood gentrification?

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Displacement of lower-income residents, rising property prices, and increased social inequality

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Lower crime rates, better public services, and stronger community connections

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Improved environmental sustainability, increased cultural diversity, and preservation of historical buildings

Question 46

In the UK, which of these is NOT a landlord's legal responsibility?

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Letting the tenant make small changes to the property without permission

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Ensuring the property is safe and habitable

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Safeguarding the tenant's deposit

Question 47

In which room do people typically cook and eat?

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Kitchen

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Bedroom

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Living room

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Bathroom

Question 48

Which English word means "ventana" in Spanish?

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Window

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Door

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Wall

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Floor

Question 49

What preposition indicates that something is located above another object?

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On

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Under

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In

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At

Question 50

Which of the following is not typically found in a living room?

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Bed

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Sofa

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Television

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Coffee table

Question 51

What is the English equivalent of the Spanish word "vecindario"?

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Neighborhood

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City

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Street

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House

Question 52

Which preposition indicates that something is enclosed within something else?

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In

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On

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Under

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At

Question 53

What is the English translation of "parque" in Spanish?

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Park

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Garden

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Forest

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Playground

Question 54

What is the English translation for "la cocina"?

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The kitchen

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The bathroom

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The living room

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The bedroom

Question 55

Which phrase best describes a room where people relax and watch TV?

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The living room

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The dining room

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The study

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The bathroom

Question 56

What does the phrase "turn left" instruct you to do?

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Turn to the left

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Go straight ahead

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Turn to the right

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Stop and wait

Question 57

Which word best describes something that is old and of value?

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Antique

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Modern

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New

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Cheap

Question 58

How do you say "my house" in Spanish?

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Mi casa

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La casa

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Tu casa

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Su casa

Question 59

What is a typical feature of a suburban neighborhood?

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Detached houses

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High-rise buildings

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Narrow streets

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Heavy traffic

Question 60

Which is the most appropriate way to ask for directions to the nearest park?

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Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the park?

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Where is the park?

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I'm looking for the park. Can you help me?

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Do you know where the park is at?

Question 61

Which preposition is used to show something is higher than something else?

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Above

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Below

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In

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Next to

Question 62

What is the English word for the room where you relax and watch TV?

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Living room

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Bedroom

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Kitchen

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Bathroom

Question 63

Which question is the most polite way to ask for directions to the library?

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Can you show me the way to the library, please?

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How do I get to the library?

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Where is the library?

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Is the library far from here?

Question 64

Which word means something that is yours?

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Personal

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Private

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Public

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Shared