Unlock hundreds more features
Save your Quiz to the Dashboard
View and Export Results
Use AI to Create Quizzes and Analyse Results

OR
Sign inSign in with Facebook
Sign inSign in with Google
Quizzes > Literature & Language > English & Grammar

Relative Pronouns, Adverbs & Tenses Quiz - Test Your Grammar Skills!

Dive into this relative pronouns quiz: mix in adverbs & tenses for a real challenge!

Difficulty: Moderate
2-5mins
Learning OutcomesCheat Sheet
Paper art illustration of grammar symbols pronouns adverbs tenses on dark blue background promoting free quiz challenge

Take your English skills to the next level with our free Test Your Relative Pronouns and Adverbs Quiz! This engaging mixed grammar quiz focuses on relative pronouns and adverbs, giving you hands-on practice to master clause connections and adverb placement. You'll tackle a dedicated relative pronouns quiz, an adverbs quiz, plus a bonus English tenses quiz so you can identify and correct common errors across structures. Ideal for ESL learners, teachers, or language lovers eager to boost confidence and fluency. Ready to get started? Try our fun relative pronouns quiz or see helpful tips for using pronouns correctly - let's begin! Unlock your potential today.

The teacher ___ teaches us English is from Canada.
who
which
that
whom
Use "who" for people acting as the subject of a clause. "Which" refers to things, "that" can refer to people or things but is less specific, and "whom" is an object pronoun. Here, the teacher is a person and the pronoun is the subject of 'teaches'. Purdue OWL
This is the house ___ Jack built.
which
who
whom
when
Use "which" for things and animals in restrictive clauses without commas. The word "house" is a thing, so "which" is correct. Purdue OWL
The day ___ we met was unforgettable.
when
where
which
who
Use the relative adverb "when" for times such as days, years, or moments. "Where" is for places, "which" for things, and "who" for people. Purdue OWL
Do you know the reason ___ he left early?
why
that
which
who
The relative adverb "why" refers to reasons. "That" and "which" introduce clauses about things, and "who" is for people. Here, we ask for the cause of his leaving, so "why" is correct. Purdue OWL
She is the artist ___ paintings were displayed at the gallery.
whose
who
which
that
"Whose" shows possession relating to people or entities. The paintings belong to the artist, so "whose" is used. "Who" is a subject pronoun, and "which" or "that" do not indicate possession. UsingEnglish.com
The book, ___ I borrowed from the library, was fascinating.
which
that
who
whose
In non-restrictive clauses (with commas) referring to things, use "which". "That" cannot be used in non-restrictive clauses. "Who" is for people and "whose" shows possession. Purdue OWL
I remember the time ___ we first met.
when
which
where
why
"When" is the relative adverb for times. It links the noun "time" to the clause "we first met". "Which" refers to things, "where" to places, and "why" to reasons. Purdue OWL
Anyone ___ wants to join is welcome.
who
whom
which
whose
Use "who" for people as subjects of clauses. "Anyone" is a person, and "who wants to join" describes that person. "Whom" would be used for objects, and "which" and "whose" are incorrect here. Purdue OWL
She gave me a scarf ___ color I loved.
whose
who
which
whom
"Whose" indicates possession, and here it links "scarf" with its color. "Which" cannot show possession directly, and "who/whom" refer to people. This structure is common in formal English. UsingEnglish.com
The car ___ he drives was bought last year.
that
which
who
what
"That" introduces a defining (restrictive) clause for things without commas. While "which" can often work, many style guides recommend "that" in restrictive clauses. "Who" is for people and "what" is a fused pronoun. Purdue OWL
This is the place ___ we first lived.
where
when
which
why
"Where" is used as a relative adverb for locations. "When" refers to time, "which" to things, and "why" to reasons. Since "place" is a location, "where" correctly links the clause. Purdue OWL
He didn't explain the reason ___ he was late.
why
that
which
because
"Why" introduces clauses expressing reasons for events. "Because" is a conjunction, not a relative adverb. "That" and "which" link to things but do not convey reason. Purdue OWL
___ he needs is a good rest.
What
That
Which
Whatever
This is a fused relative (nominal relative) clause where "what" means "the thing which." "What he needs" functions as the subject. "That" and "which" cannot serve this fused function alone. Grammarly
The committee, ___ membership has grown, meets monthly.
whose
which
that
who
"Whose" indicates possession and can refer to people, animals, or organisations. Here it shows the committee’s membership. "Which" with commas could work informally but does not show possession. UsingEnglish.com
0
{"name":"The teacher ___ teaches us English is from Canada.", "url":"https://www.quiz-maker.com/QPREVIEW","txt":"The teacher ___ teaches us English is from Canada., This is the house ___ Jack built., The day ___ we met was unforgettable.","img":"https://www.quiz-maker.com/3012/images/ogquiz.png"}

Study Outcomes

  1. Identify Relative Pronouns & Adverbs -

    Quickly spot and select relative pronouns and adverbs in everyday English sentences.

  2. Differentiate Pronouns from Adverbs -

    Clearly distinguish relative pronouns from relative adverbs based on their functions and usage.

  3. Apply Relative Pronouns & Adverbs Correctly -

    Confidently fill in blanks and rewrite sentences using the appropriate relative pronouns and adverbs.

  4. Master Tenses in Relative Clauses -

    Accurately conjugate verbs within relative clauses across past, present, and future tenses.

  5. Self-Assess Grammar Proficiency -

    Gauge your understanding of mixed grammar concepts through a fun and interactive quiz format.

  6. Boost Confidence with Complex Sentences -

    Strengthen your ability to craft and comprehend complex sentences using relative clauses.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Mastering the "who/whom/whose" family -

    Relative pronouns "who," "whom," and "whose" help link people and possessions in sentences: "The author who wrote this book…" vs. "The editor to whom I spoke…". Remember: "who" for subjects, "whom" for objects, and "whose" for possession - try the quick quiz trick "He who vs. him whom."

  2. That vs. which - restrictive vs. nonrestrictive -

    Use "that" for essential (restrictive) clauses and "which" for extra (nonrestrictive) info set off by commas. For example, "Cars that run on electricity are eco-friendly" vs. "My car, which I bought in 2020, runs on electricity." This small comma makes a big meaning difference.

  3. Relative adverbs: when, where, why -

    Replace "in which," "at which," or "for which" with "when" (time), "where" (place), and "why" (reason). E.g., "The summer when we traveled…" or "The café where we met." A handy mnemonic is "T-P-R" (Time, Place, Reason) to pick the right adverb.

  4. Tense agreement in relative clauses -

    Ensure your relative clause's verb tense matches the main clause: "She visited the team that won the championship" (past - past) or use present for general truths: "Books that inspire change are priceless." This alignment keeps your mixed grammar clear and logical.

  5. Prepositions + relative pronouns -

    Formal English often places prepositions before the relative pronoun: "The report on which we commented" instead of "which we commented on." This structure shines in writing, and you can practice by rephrasing everyday sentences to level up your adverbs quiz and relative pronouns quiz skills.

Make a Quiz (FREE) Copy & Edit This Quiz Create a Quiz with AI

English & Grammar Quizzes

Powered by: Quiz Maker