AAI ATC English Questions Solved Problems with Detailed Solutions [Free PDF]

Key Points

• The word "but" is used as a conjunction to introduce a contrast or an exception to what has just been stated.
• In this context, it introduces a contrast between the food being well-cooked and being bland.
• The contrast here is between the positive aspect of the food being well-cooked and the negative aspect of it being bland.
• "But" effectively connects these contrasting ideas.
• Using "than" (option 1), "so" (option 2), or "or" (option 3) would not be grammatically correct in this context, as they do not convey a sense of contrast between the two qualities of the food.

​Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 4’.

Additional Information

• "Than" is used in comparisons and does not apply here as there is no comparative structure in the sentence.
• "So" is used to introduce a result, which does not fit the context of expressing a contrast between two qualities.
• "Or" generally introduces an alternative or choice, which also does not suit the intent of highlighting the contrast in this sentence.

Key Points

• The conjunction "but" is used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned.
• In the structure "Not only..., but also...", "but" is the correct conjunction to connect two related actions or qualities, emphasizing the addition of the second action that is unexpected or in contrast to the first.
• This correlative conjunction pair is specifically designed to highlight an additional fact or outcome that adds emphasis or surprise to the statement.
• The structure supports the combination of two significant points, where the second point typically adds emphasis or contrast to the first, enhancing the overall impact of the statement.

Additional Information

• And (option 1) is used for adding similar items or ideas together in a sentence but does not convey the contrast or unexpected nature of the second action in the context of "Not only..."
• Nor (option 3) is typically used to introduce a further negative statement, especially after a negative statement already made. In this context, the second part of the sentence is not a negation but an additional action that contrasts with the first part, making "nor" inappropriate.
• Or (option 4) presents an alternative between two choices, which does not fit the intended meaning of adding an unexpected action to the first statement.

The correct answer is "am reading".

Key Points

• The most appropriate answer to fill in the blank is "am reading".
• As it uses the present continuous tense ("am reading"), which is suitable for actions happening at the current moment.
• The addition of "at the moment" is consistent with the present continuous tense.

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 4".

The correct answer is "oil".

Key Points

•  The most appropriate answer to fill in the blank is "oil".
• "Oil" is a noun and represents the substance used in cooking.
• It fits well in the sentence structure.

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 3".

The correct answer is "Even though".

Key Points

• "Even though" correctly conveys a sense of contrast or concession.
• It implies that, despite the speaker having a favorite brother, they will still tell their mother about something.
• "Even though" introduces a contrast between the two clauses.

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 2".

The correct answer is "before".

Key Points

•  The most appropriate answer to fill in the blank is "before".
• "Before" is used to indicate that reaching the venue should happen prior to the Chief Guest's arrival, establishing a clear temporal relationship.

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 3".

The correct answer is "few".

Key Points

•  The most suitable determiner for the given sentence is "few".
• "Few" is suitable in this context because it conveys the idea of a limited number or scarcity of doctors interested in working in remote villages.

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 2".

The correct answer is "causes".

Key Points

•  The most appropriate word to fill in the blank is "causes".
• It uses the present simple tense to express a general truth or statement about a recurring situation.
• The sentence is stating that, in general, drunken driving leads to many accidents.

​Therefore, the correct answer is "option 2".

The correct answer is "plays".

Key Points

• The most appropriate word to fill in the blank is "plays".
• It uses the singular verb "plays," which agrees with the singular subject and is appropriate for expressing a habitual action.

​Therefore, the correct answer is "option 4".

The correct answer is "with". 

Key Points

• The phrase "study... with" is used to indicate studying in the company of someone else, suggesting collaboration or joint study sessions.
• The use of "with" in this context correctly denotes the idea of studying in the presence of, or alongside, another person, in this case, "him."
• Other prepositions such as “to,” “for,” and “near” do not carry the same meaning of collaboration or companionship in the context of studying.
• The sentence structure and meaning are clear and direct when using "with," which makes it the appropriate choice over the other options provided.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

• “Study English to him” is incorrect because "to" typically indicates direction, purpose, or destination, which is not applicable here.
• “Study English for him” is also not suitable in this context, as "for" suggests doing something on behalf of someone else or for their benefit, rather than together with them.
• “Study English near him” might imply physical proximity but lacks the connotation of collaboration or joint activity in studying, making it less applicable to the intended meaning here.

The correct answer is "so that".

Key Points

• "So that" is a conjunction that is used to express purpose or result.
• In this sentence, the speaker is saying that she bought herself a map for the purpose of not getting lost. Therefore, "so that" is the appropriate linker to use.
• Therefore, "so that" is the appropriate linker to use.

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 3".

Additional Information

• Such as is used to give examples.
• Since is used to express cause or reason.
• Therefore is used to express a conclusion or consequence.

The correct answer is "unless".

Key Points

• "Unless" is used to introduce a condition that would prevent the stated outcome.
• In this case, it means that crimes will continue to happen if there isn't a specified condition met – namely, "a moral change in society."
• This is the only option that introduces a conditional situation correctly, implying that crimes will indeed cease if the condition (a moral change in society) is met. 

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 4".

Key Points

• Starting with 'Q' makes sense as it introduces the two concepts being compared: "the first operation and regular".
• Following this up with 'R' further refines what the regular operation is: "every day typing is that a special".
• 'P' then introduces the exception for the first operation: "ribbon impregnated with".
• The sentence then concludes with 'S', detailing the specifics of that special ribbon: "hectograph ink is needed".

Additional Information

• The other options (SQRP, RSPQ, PQRS) would not form a grammatically correct and coherently flowing sentence.

The correct answer is "He whispered to her, "The farmers had been planting seeds while I had been sketching a landscape."

Key Points

• The transition from indirect speech to direct is marked by the removal of the conjunction 'that'.
• The opening speech marks (inverted commas) are added before the direct speech starts.
• The verb and pronoun are changed from third person perspective ('he had been') to the first person ('I').
• The past perfect continuous tense ('had been planting', 'had been sketching') remain unchanged. 
• The verb tense from the indirect speech is kept the same in the direct speech when the actions are happening concurrently.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

The correct answer is "She said, "Is it true that time heals all wounds?""

Key Points

• The conjunction "if" is used to introduce the clause in direct speech.
• The reporting verb "wondered aloud" changes to the verb "Is" when the sentence is changed to direct speech.
• The tense used in the original sentence is simple past, but it becomes simple present when converted to direct speech.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'option 2'.