Difference between a lot and lots

[Sohela]

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #52 "Much, many, a lot, lots", question 4

I need to practice piano ......... before the concert.

(a) much
(b) very
(c) many
(d) a lot

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #52 "Much, many, a lot, lots", answer 4

I need to practice piano a lot before the concert.

Correct answer: (d) a lot

Your answer was: correct
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What is the difference between a lot and lots

Sohela

[Conchita]

There is no difference in meaning between ‘a lot (of)’ and ‘lots (of)’: both nouns mean ‘a large amount/number (of)', ‘lots’ being informal.

We’ve lots of time. What a lot of apples! I’ve seen quite a lot of him lately (seen him many times).

[Jon]

Hi Conchita,

Could you explain please why the next sentence is wrong??

I need to practice piano "much" before the concert.

Thanks in advance

[Conchita]

[Alan]

Hi Conchita,

Welcome back to the forum. It's good to read your clear and concise comments again.

Alan
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