ALCPT Form 73

1. Mary's going to make some candy. What will she need?

2. Be sure to use the proper forms. Which forms should be used?

3. have you decided what kind of car you want?

4. He's going to the grocery store. What will he buy?

5. They're supposed to do the job quickly. How are they supposed to do the job?

6. Mr. Brown is a respectable person. How would you describe him?

7. Which of these produces the energy to light a lamp?

8. Mr. Smith finished the job on time.

9. Mary cut the cake in half.

10. Larry drives to work. He goes by____________.

11. How much does this shirt cost.

12. My friend asked me what this machine is used for. What did he want to know?

13. The trip was very long. What was long?

14. Why did Jim buy that ball?

15. The bellboy took my suitcase, what did he take?

16. Charles was very unhappy. How did he feel?

17. Did the commandant have a fever yesterday?

18. Sam arrived at the theater at 1:00, but the movie didn't begin until three. How long did he have to wait?

19. Clara consulted a mechanic before buying the car. Why did she consult a mechanic?

20. Did he have an explanation for what happened?

21. Be careful to remove the flammables from the box. What should you remove from the box?

22. He's studying the science in school. What subject is he taking?

23. Edward said. I'm looking forward to seeing my family. What did he mean?

24. My roommate's watch keeps good time.

25. Margaret looks like her father.

26. You should keep these letters.

27. Our guests stayed overnight.

28. Rufus told Jim to meet him right here. He wants to meet ___________.

29. The baby sleeps best when it is cool. When does the baby sleep best?

30. The animals are being kept in a pen. Why were they put there?

31. Are those two keys identical?

32. The bandleader has been asked to compose a song. What has he been asked to do?

33. Bob slept in the open, where did he sleep?

34. The watchman looked downward, Where did he look?

35. Was the light blinking?

36. Carl's getting up from the table, what's he doing?

37. Why did Jerry try on the coat?

38. Mr. Walton plans to attend the concert.

39. The top of the table was rough.

40. Jim got very tired by the end of the day.

41. Chew your food well.

42. The road was curved.

43. Missus Sanders couldn't bear the pain of her broken leg.

44. He needed the data.

45. This engine is old, but it still works with precision.

46. Why does he have difficulty reading small print?

47. My father works for a lumber company. Where does he work?

48. Bob jumped into the water head first. What did he do?

49. Joe heard a rumor that the air base was going to close. What did he hear?

50. Rush this order through.

51. I've got to find my friend.

52. That table is not level.

53. He broke away from the crowd.

54. My neighbor's child is terribly spoiled. He is ___________.

55. Why did the police set up a barricade.

56. Sue's eyes are puffy. They are _________.

57. man: What are you going to do this afternoon? woman: I'm going to a movie.

What is the woman going to do?

58. woman: What are you doing to my car? man: I'm trying to adjust it.

What is the man trying to do to the car?

59. woman:  Did you begin in November? man: Yes, and I finished in one month.

When did the man finish?

60. woman: Why do you keep doing that? man: I'm trying to develop my muscles.

What does the man want to do?

61. man:  How's your brother doing in his new job? woman: I hear he's been very effective.

What did the woman mean?

62. woman: Is this all right?  man: I don't know. We need to measure it first.

What does the man want to do first ?

63. man:  Who should I send to do the job? woman: It doesn't matter. Send anyone you want.

What did the woman say?

64. man: Why don't you buy this one?  woman : I don't like that brand.

Why won't the woman buy the item?

65. woman: Why are you whispering? man : My throat is very sore today.

What is the man doing ?

66. man:  What's the matter, Jane? woman: I have a cut on my heel.

The cut is on her__________.

67. It was spring _____________ moved to San Antonio.

68. Talking _______________ that subject revives many memories.

69. Select the correct sentence.

70. The river has its origin in Minnesota.

71. Tom bought a gallon of ________________.

72. John asked, "Is this seat taken?" He asked if the seat was_____________.

73. Karen asked the clerk, "How much is this item?" She wanted to know ____________.

74. He __________ to listen to the tape.

75. Jane : Could they have done the shopping?
Phil: No,___________.

76. Daniel went to the butcher personally ____________ the correct cut of lamb.

77. Select the correct sentence.

78. Don: Will you and your friend both come to the party? Allen :_____________.

79. Many of our libraries, especially In smaller cities, were made possible by Andrew Carnegie. Born in Scotland, he came to the United States when he was thirteen. His money started many of the libraries in small cities of the United States.
According to this paragraph_____________.

80. Mr. Brown said the weather is normal for this time of year. The weather is ____________.

81. The lecture is very boring.

82. The student told his roommate, "You can count on me."

83. He thought about buying the book.

84. The boys _______________ soon; otherwise, they will be late for the movie.

85. The students bought their books. The books are ______________.

86. If I _______________ you, I would have charged more.

87. William is interested in _______________ a new car.

88. The diamond is a beautiful, brilliant gem. Although it is commonly used in engagement rings, its greatest use is in industry. Today, the automotive industry is the main buyer of industrial diamonds. In fact, there are 15 different uses for this mineral in an automobile factory.
According to this paragraph________________.

89. The entrance was narrow. it was _____________.

90. If you are broke, you _______________.

91. You should go on sick call right away. You should _________________.

92. The sound level was measured at 80 _______________.

93. The deer ______________ the fence to get into the vegetable garden.

94. I'd like to have this suit _______________.

95. Our teacher didn't come, so we ____________ to go home.

96. According to their records, Mr. Henley ___________ on five times by the end of the year.

97. Alexander the Great made a lasting impression on mankind. He was a great king and leader. However, he met his equal or even his superior in Diogenes, who was a great philosopher. Now, however, anybody who is familiar with history knows Alexander, but few know Diogenes.
According to the paragraph____________.

98. Is there any condensation on that pipe?

99. The same word ____________ on a different list.

100. The silver vase is tarnished.