Challenge Yourself with 'Some' VS 'Any' Interactive Exercises

Now that you've learned the difference between "some" and "any", it's time to test your understanding! Complete the exercises below.

A. Fill in the blanks with "some" or "any".

1. I went to a convenient store this morning. I bought sugar but I didn't buy coffee.
2. I want to make sandwiches, but I don't have bread.
3. Woman: "Do you know anyone here?"
   Man: "Yes, I have friends in this city."
4. Woman: "Where is the manual book for this printer?"
   Man: "There are books on my table. Let me see if it's there."
5. Man: "Can I have more cookies?"
   Woman: "Sorry, there aren't cookies left."
6. Woman: "Did you get the details for the project?"
   Man: "No, I didn’t find information on the topic."
7. Man: "My office has assigned me a project in Malang. Do you know good hotels where I can stay?"
   Woman: "There are good ones. You can try Arya Hotel or Singhasari Hotel for mid-range costs with highly-rated service."
8. Woman: "What are you eating"
   Man: "Gado-gado. Would you like ?"
   Woman: "No, thanks. I've had enough to eat."
9. I remember trying to sing English songs when I was a kid, even though I didn't understand of the English words back then.
10. Man: "Did you buy everything on the shopping list?"
    Woman: "No, I couldn’t find milk at the store."
11. Man: "Do we have food at home?"
    Woman: "No, let's stop at the grocer's to buy groceries."
12. Woman: "Where were you when I called you last night?"
    Man: "Oh, I was out buying supplies, but the store was closed."
    Woman: "You should have gone to Mangga Street. There are stores open 24 hours there."
13. Man: "Come on, let's get back to work. We still have tasks to finish."
    Woman: "Wait, I'm still too exhausted to do work."
14. Man: "Are there good movies playing tonight?"
    Woman: "I think so. I heard that One Round is playing at the Rex Star."

B. Complete the sentences with "some" or "any" + one of these words.

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1. I don't think he understands the topic. He has about the meeting.
2. We have received from buyers complaining about defective products.
3. I'm feeling thirsty. May I have , please?
4. HRD Manager: "Do you speak other than English?"
   Job Applicant: "No, I learned French a long time ago, but I've forgotten most of it now."
5. Foreigner: "We are staying here for a week. Can you give us about places we should visit?"
   Local: "You should visit Mount Bromo. There are you can explore there. You can also check out Gili Island if you like diving and snorkeling."
6. Woman: "I saw you at the Gudang Ngopi Cafe yesterday. Who was with you?"
   Man: "Yesterday evening? Oh, I was with of mine."
7. Bartender: "Would you like , Sir?"
   Guest: "A little, please. I don't like it too sweet."
8. Woman: "Why isn't this flashlight working?"
   Man: "Check the batteries."
   Woman: "Aaah, no wonder! There aren't inside."
9. Woman: "Would you like ? I've just made a pot."
   Man: "Yes, please. That would be great!"
10. When I passed by Kayla's house, I saw playing in the yard.

C. Complete these sentences by using "some" or "any" and the correct form of the verb in the placeholder. Numbers 1 and 2 have been done as examples.

1. Lea didn't take any pictures of the temple but .
   Answer: Lea didn't take any pictures of the temple but I took some.
2. Man: "Where's your luggage?"
   Woman: "Oh, .
   Answer: Woman: "Oh, I haven't got any/I don't have any."
3. Woman: "Any interesting news in the paper?"
   Man: "Not really. interesting stories when I read it this morning.
4. Woman: "This coffee is a bit too bitter for my taste. Do you mind if I add some sugar to it?"
   Man: "Of course, sugar in the kitchen. I'll grab it for you."
5. Man: "Do you happen to need any money? I have a little extra if you'd like."
   Woman: "No, thank you. I’m all set. with me."
6. The avocadoes in the first fruit stall didn't look very good so .
7. There were fresh ones in the second stall so .
8. Man: "Have you prepared snacks for the road trip?"
   Woman: "Yes, chips and cookies in the bag this morning."
9. Man: "Can paper? I need to jot down a few notes."
   Woman: "Sure, there’s some on my desk. Take as much as you need."
10. Man: Did you see anyone in the library when you were there?
    Woman: Yes, students, but it was quieter than usual.
11. I asked my neighbors if extra chairs for the party, and luckily, they let me borrow some. (You are genuinely asking and unsure whether they have chairs or not.)

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