LEVELS OF ENGLISH PROFICIENCY (LOEP) SENTENCE MEANING

This test measures how well you understand the meaning of sentences in English.

There will be two different kinds of questions in this test.  You will see a sample of each kind with the correct answer indicated.

Sample Question #1

The sentence below has a blank space.  Choose the word or phrase that makes the sentence meaningful and correct.

Mr. Swoboda grows roses, tomatoes, and carrots.

That is why his friends say that he is a good ___________ .

a. gardener

b. builder

c. painter

d. florist

The correct answer is (a) gardener.  Mr. Swoboda is a gardener.

Sample Question #2

One or two sentences will be followed by a question.

Choose the correct answer to the question.

The teacher called on Joe in class.  What did the teacher do?

a. shouted to Joe

b. asked Joe a question

c. telephoned Joe

d. visited Joe

The correct answer is (b) asked Joe a question. The teacher asked Joe a question.