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Building Vocabulary Unit Test
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1. Define the following word: melancholy
a) Happy
b) Unhappy
c) Angry
d) Excited
2. Choose the best synonym for the word "plethora."
a) Abundance
b) Fear
c) Diligence
d) Attention
3. Select the correct definition for the word "ennui."
a) A feeling of restlessness or dissatisfaction, boredom
b) The quality of being clever and resourceful
c) The act of making amends for something wrong you have done
d) A deep sense of regret or guilt
4. Which of the following words is an antonym of "conceal"?
a) Reveal
b) Encase
c) Camouflage
d) Cover
5. Choose the best antonym for the word "content."
a) Peaceful
b) Satisfied
c) Happy
d) Discontent
6. What does the word "dubious" mean?
a) Having complete faith in something
b) Doubtful and uncertain
c) Offensive or rude
d) Informative and helpful
7. Select the correct definition for the word "minutia."
a) A large and intricate structure
b) Something that is very small or insignificant
c) An event or situation that is potentially explosive
d) A person or group that is opposed to something
8. Please choose the best synonym for the word "prolific."
a) Productive
b) Lazy
c) Loud
d) Shy
9. What is the meaning of "acrimony"?
a) Bitterness or sharpness in temper, manner or speech
b) A state of relaxation or calm
c) A feeling of euphoria or extreme happiness
d) A mixture of various things or elements
10. Select the correct definition for the word "circumspect".
a) Cautious and discreet; taking into account all possible consequences before making a decision
b) Arrogant or haughty
c) Moving or acting without thinking; impulsive
d) Having a quick or lively mind or intellect
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Members of the press were required to show their credentials before being granted access to the media room. One woman was turned away because she could not find the badge issued to her by the newspaper she worked for.
Which phrase from the sentences provides the best clue to the meaning of credentials as it is used here?
(1 point)
Match the root or affix with its meaning.(2 points)
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omni-
ultra-
-ive
-ic
Answer:
- omni- : all
- ultra- : beyond
- -ive : quality of
- -ic : pertaining to
Which word has a prefix that means "against"?(1 point)
The word that has a prefix that means "against" is "counteract".
Which word has a prefix that means "against"?(1 point)
Responses
There are several words that have a prefix that means "against", some examples include: contradict, contravene, counterbalance, counteract, countermand, counterproductive.
Select the correct answer from the list. Use digital reference materials to help you.(1 point)
One by one, the students in the classroom next to the science lab began to look up and
deeply at first and then quickly cover their noses. Something was going terribly wrong in the science lab, and the smell was beginning to
the other classrooms on the hall.
The missing words are "stare" and "drift into". One by one, the students in the classroom next to the science lab began to look up and stare deeply at first and then quickly cover their noses. Something was going terribly wrong in the science lab, and the smell was beginning to drift into the other classrooms on the hall.
Which word is a synonym for kindly? Use reference materials as needed. (1 point)
A synonym for kindly is "benevolent".
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Roger had always admired his aunt's altruism, for she gave money to anyone in need.
Based on the context clues, which word is the best definition for the word in italics?
(1 point)
The best definition of the word "altruism" based on the context clues is the act of selflessness, showing concern for the welfare of others or putting others first.
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Roger had always admired his aunt's altruism, for she gave money to anyone in need.
Based on the context clues, which word is the best definition for the word in italics?
(1 point)
Responses
patience
patience
wealth
wealth
generosity
generosity
selfishness
selfishness
The best definition for the word in italics "altruism" based on the context clues is "generosity".
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Jill feared that the weeks she had to spend off her feet would cause her skills to atrophy, but when she could practice again she found that her soccer skills remained as good as ever.
Based on the context, which is the most likely meaning of atrophy?
(1 point)
Responses
improve
improve
weaken
weaken
return
return
unite
unite
Based on the context, the most likely meaning of the word "atrophy" is "weaken".
Which meaning defines the word subterranean?(1 point)
Responses
having both land and water
having both land and water
below ground
below ground
frightening
frightening
acting as a replacement
The meaning that defines the word subterranean is "below ground".
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The man’s incredible generosity in gifting ten thousand dollars toward the scholarship drive was unexpected but welcomed.
The root of the word is cred, which means "to believe." The prefix of the word is in, which means "not." Based on its root and prefix, which might incredible mean in this sentence?
(1 point)
Responses
kindhearted
kindhearted
believable
believable
impossible to believe
impossible to believe
showing approval
Based on its root and prefix, the word incredible might mean "impossible to believe" in this sentence.
Use the following explanations to answer the question.
The common root of the following words is arch.
monarch, arch-enemy, architect
The word architect means "the designer who is in charge of building plans."
Based on this information, which meaning do these words have in common?
(1 point)
Responses
They all refer to building or constructing.
They all refer to building or constructing.
They all relate to a group or set of people.
They all relate to a group or set of people.
They all relate to an ancient person.
They all relate to an ancient person.
They all refer to the primary person in a situation.
Based on the information given, the words monarch, arch-enemy, and architect have the common meaning or definition that they all relate to the concept of a leader or a person who is in charge.
Which is the most likely meaning of the word anachronous? (1 point)
Responses
not in the right time
not in the right time
occurring before
occurring before
away from the correct time
away from the correct time
happening quickly
happening quickly
The most likely meaning of the word "anachronous" is "not in the right time".
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Carlos was ambidextrous, so, when he sprained his right wrist, he was still able to throw accurately with this left hand.
In 3–5 sentences, define ambidextrous and explain how both the context clues and word parts can help you discover the word’s meaning.
(2 points)
Ambidextrous is a word used to describe a person who is able to use both their left and right hands with equal ease and skill. In this context, Carlos is said to be ambidextrous because he is able to throw accurately with both his left and right hands. By breaking the word into its parts, you can learn that the prefix "ambi-" means "both" or "on both sides" and "dextrous" refers to dexterity or skillfulness, which can help you understand the meaning of the word. Additionally, the context in which the word is used provides clues about its meaning, as it describes Carlos' ability to use both hands with equal ease.
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Even though the student repeatedly transgressed the school’s rules, the principal refused to suspend or expel her.
In 3–5 sentences, define transgressed and explain how both the context clues and word parts can help you discover the word’s meaning.
(2 points)
Transgressed is a word that means to overstep or break a boundary or rule. In the sentence, the student repeatedly broke the school's rules, which led to the principal's decision not to suspend or expel her. Breaking rules is considered a type of boundary violation, which provides context clues to help deduce the meaning of the word. Additionally, the word can be broken down into its parts to help understand it's meaning, "trans" meaning "across" or "beyond" and "gress" stems from "gradi" meaning "to step", which when combined gives the meaning of overstepping or crossing a boundary.
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Be careful when lighting a match in the science lab— there are flammable liquids in there!
In 1–2 sentences, explain the meaning of flammable as it is used in the sentence, as well as the context clues that helped you determine this meaning.
(2 points)