Things Practice Test (Kindergarten-B1) — Vocabulary Exercises with Answers

⏱ Time: 10:00 📝 Questions: 20 📊 Level: A1, A2, B1 📚 Type: Vocabulary ⭐ XP: up to +20 (on pass)
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Practise Things with 20 exercises at Level Kindergarten-B1. Each question comes with a clear explanation to reinforce the words you know and introduce the ones you don't. Just 10 minutes per attempt — perfect for daily practice.

⏱ You have 10:00 to answer 20 questions. The timer only starts when you click Begin.

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Question 1: You sit on a ___ .

Question 1 options
'Chair' is correct because it is a piece of furniture designed for sitting. A 'table' is for placing items on, a 'lamp' gives light, and a 'clock' tells time.
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Question 2: You cut food with a ___ .

Question 2 options
'Knife' is correct because a knife has a sharp blade used to cut food. A 'spoon' is for scooping, a 'plate' holds food, and a 'cup' holds drinks.
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Question 3: What does 'pillow' mean?

Question 3 options
'Pillow' means a soft object you put your head on when you sleep. It is not a cover for the floor, a piece of clothing, or a cooking tool.
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Question 4: A 'fridge' is used to keep food cold.

Question 4 options
True. A fridge (refrigerator) is a kitchen appliance designed to keep food and drinks cold so they stay fresh longer.
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Question 5: Match each thing to what it does.

Question 5 options
hammer
brush
scissors
bucket
carries water
paints or cleans
cuts paper
hits nails

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

A 'hammer' hits nails, a 'brush' is used for painting or cleaning, 'scissors' cut paper, and a 'bucket' carries water.
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Question 6: She dried her hands with a ___ after washing them.

Question 6 options
'Towel' is correct because a towel is a cloth used for drying. A 'blanket' keeps you warm in bed, a 'curtain' covers a window, and a 'napkin' is smaller and used at meals for the mouth or lap.
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Question 7: He looked at the ___ on his wrist to check the time.

Question 7 options
'Watch' is correct because a watch is a small timepiece worn on the wrist. A 'ring' is jewelry for a finger, a 'bracelet' is decorative, and a 'glove' covers the hand for warmth.
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Question 8: Which word is closest in meaning to 'sofa'?

Question 8 options
'Couch' is the closest synonym of 'sofa'; both refer to a long, comfortable seat for two or more people. An 'armchair' seats one person, a 'bench' is typically hard and outdoors, and a 'stool' has no back.
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Question 9: The children played with building ___ on the floor.

Question 9 options
'Blocks' is correct because 'building blocks' is a common collocation for a children's toy. 'Dolls,' 'puzzles,' and 'marbles' are toys but do not collocate naturally with 'building.'
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Question 10: Please plug the ___ into the wall socket to charge your phone.

Question 10 options
'Charger' is correct because a charger is a device that supplies electricity to recharge a phone battery. A 'remote' controls a TV, a 'speaker' plays sound, and a 'keyboard' is an input device.
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Question 11: A 'thermos' is a container that keeps drinks hot or cold for a long time.

Question 11 options
True. A thermos (also called a vacuum flask) is specifically designed with insulation to maintain the temperature of liquids.
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Question 12: He tightened the screw with a ___ from the toolbox.

Question 12 options
'Screwdriver' is correct because a screwdriver is a tool designed to turn screws. A 'wrench' turns bolts, a 'drill' makes holes, and 'pliers' grip and bend objects.
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Question 13: What does 'utensil' mean?

Question 13 options
'Utensil' means a tool or implement used for a practical purpose, especially in the kitchen, such as a spoon, fork, or spatula. It does not refer to furniture, clothing, or decoration.
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Question 14: The expression 'the best thing since sliced ___' means something is very good or useful.

Question 14 options
The fixed expression is 'the best thing since sliced bread,' a common English idiom meaning an excellent invention or idea.
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Question 15: She attached the documents together using a paper ___.

Question 15 options
'Clip' is correct because 'paper clip' is a standard collocation for a small metal device that holds papers together. A 'stapler' punches through paper, 'tape' is adhesive, and a 'folder' stores loose papers.
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Question 16: Which word is closest in meaning to 'gadget'?

Question 16 options
'Device' is the closest synonym of 'gadget'; both refer to a small, often electronic, tool or machine. 'Fabric' is cloth, 'vehicle' is transport, and 'garment' is a piece of clothing.
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Question 17: The hiker packed a ___ in case it rained during the trip.

Question 17 options
'Raincoat' is correct because it is a waterproof outer garment worn to protect against rain. A 'backpack' stores items, 'binoculars' are for seeing far away, and a 'sleeping bag' is for sleeping outdoors.
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Question 18: The word 'appliance' usually refers to a ___ used in the home.

Question 18 options
'Machine' is correct because an appliance is a machine or device designed for a specific household task, such as a washing machine or dishwasher. 'Decoration' is ornamental, 'fabric' is cloth, and 'container' is for storage.
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Question 19: Be careful — 'stationery' and 'stationary' are often confused. Which sentence is correct?

Question 19 options
'I bought some stationery for the office' is correct because 'stationery' (with an 'e') means writing materials like pens and paper. 'Stationary' (with an 'a') means not moving.
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Question 20: The antique ___ on the mantelpiece had been in the family for generations.

Question 20 options
'Ornament' is correct because an ornament is a decorative object typically displayed in the home. A 'component' is a technical part, a 'commodity' is a traded good, and an 'instrument' is a tool or musical device.