Wortschatzerweiterung durch Kontext: Lerne neue Wörter im Englischen

Question 1

Which phrase best describes the meaning of "concise" in the given text?

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Summarized and succinct

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Extensive and elaborate

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Unclear and ambiguous

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Technical and complex

Question 2

In the given context, what does the phrase "a glimmer of hope" most likely refer to?

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A small sign of encouragement or optimism

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A bright and radiant light

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A period of darkness or despair

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A temporary obstacle or setback

Question 3

In the sentence "The intricately carved wooden sculpture showcased the artist's impressive craftsmanship", what does the word "intricately" imply about the sculpture?

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Designed with exceptional detail and craftsmanship

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Crafted from intricate materials

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Very large and imposing in size

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Lacking in craftsmanship and simplicity

Question 4

What is the most suitable synonym for the word "diligent" in the sentence "The diligent student dedicated many hours to exam preparation"?

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Hardworking and dedicated

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Lazy and unmotivated

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Intelligent and knowledgeable

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Forgetful and distracted

Question 5

In the context of the passage, the phrase "to take into account" primarily means:

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To consider or include in one's thinking

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To disregard or exclude from consideration

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To criticize or reject outright

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To accept or approve without question

Question 6

In the sentence "The serene painting depicted a tranquil countryside with rolling hills and grazing sheep", which of the following words best contrasts with "serene"?

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Disturbed and chaotic

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Peaceful and harmonious

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Calm and collected

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Tranquil and relaxing

Question 7

The idiom "to be on cloud nine" typically conveys a sense of:

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Extreme happiness or excitement

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Profound sadness or depression

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Intense anger or frustration

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Overwhelming tiredness or exhaustion

Question 8

In the sentence "The evidence presented was so convincing that the jury had no choice but to convict the defendant", what does the word "convincing" suggest about the evidence?

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It was compelling and persuasive

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It was inadequate and inconclusive

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It was confusing and unclear

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It was irrelevant and unimportant

Question 9

The word "elucidate" in the passage primarily means:

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To clarify and explain

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To confuse and mislead

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To summarize and condense

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To emphasize and exaggerate

Question 10

In the given context, the phrase "to cast a shadow over something" most likely implies:

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To worsen or diminish something

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To brighten or enhance something

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To conceal or hide something

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To enlarge or magnify something

Question 11

Which of the following strategies is NOT helpful for inferring the meaning of an unknown word from context?

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Translating the word directly from your native language

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Analyzing the surrounding words and sentences

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Examining the word's structure (prefixes, suffixes, root words)

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Using a dictionary or online resource

Question 12

The text describes the painting as "evocative". What does this word suggest about the painting?

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It inspires strong emotions or memories.

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It is colorful and visually appealing.

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It is abstract and difficult to interpret.

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It is very famous and popular.

Question 13

Which of the following is the best definition for the phrase "a stone's throw away"?

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A short distance away

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Very far away

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Over a large body of water

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Out of reach

Question 14

Which of the following words is the antonym of "magnificent"?

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Ordinary and unremarkable

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Splendid and impressive

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Beautiful and elegant

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Impressive and awe-inspiring

Question 15

The text states that the company is "facing an uphill battle". This metaphor suggests that the company is:

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Struggling against significant challenges.

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Achieving success with ease.

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Experiencing financial difficulties.

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Competing in a crowded market.

Question 16

Which of the following is the most accurate paraphrase of the sentence "The concert was a resounding success"?

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The concert was extremely successful and exceeded expectations.

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The concert was poorly attended and the audience was not enthusiastic.

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The concert was moderately successful and met expectations.

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The concert was canceled due to poor weather conditions.

Question 17

The word "daunting" can best be described as:

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Challenging and intimidating

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Easy and enjoyable

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Rewarding and satisfying

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Unexpected and surprising

Question 18

Which of the following is the main idea of the text on the importance of exercise?

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Exercise has numerous benefits and should be a part of everyone's life.

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Exercise is a waste of time and has no real benefits.

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Exercise is only important for athletes and professionals.

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Exercise is harmful to health and should be avoided.

Question 19

In the sentence 'The enigmatic stranger spoke in soft tones,' the word 'enigmatic' most likely means:

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Mysterious

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Friendly

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Talkative

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Angry

Question 20

When using context clues to infer word meaning, it is important to:

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Consider the surrounding words, sentences, and the overall context

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Focus only on the unknown word

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Ignore any unfamiliar words

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Translate the sentence into your native language

Question 21

What is the most suitable meaning of the idiom 'to pull someone's leg'?

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To make fun of someone

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To help someone up

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To give someone a massage

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To steal something from someone

Question 22

Which of the following is a crucial skill for expanding vocabulary through context?

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Using context clues to infer meaning

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Memorizing word lists

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Guessing word meanings randomly

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Translating words directly

Question 23

How does inferring word meaning from context differ from looking up words in a dictionary?

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Inferring meaning requires more background knowledge and critical thinking skills.

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Inferring meaning is more accurate.

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Inferring meaning is faster.

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Inferring meaning is only suitable for native speakers.

Question 24

In the sentence 'The concert was a resounding success,' the word 'resounding' most likely means:

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Loud

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Quiet

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Disappointing

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Expensive

Question 25

What is the meaning of the idiom "spill the beans"?

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To reveal a secret

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To make a mistake

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To get into trouble

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To have an accident

Question 26

Identify the prefix in the word "impossible".

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im-

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for-

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out-

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re-

Question 27

Which of the following words conveys a negative sentiment?

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Awful

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Beautiful

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Happy

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Amazing

Question 28

What is the meaning of the suffix "-able" in the word "readable"?

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Capable of

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Lacking

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Full of

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Not

Question 29

What does the phrase "keep your fingers crossed" convey?

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To hope for something

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To be nervous

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To be angry

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To be surprised

Question 30

Which of the following strategies is most effective for understanding the meaning of an unknown word in a text?

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Using context clues to infer its meaning

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Guessing based on the surrounding words

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Translating it directly from your native language

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Ignoring it and hoping to understand the rest of the text

Question 31

The idiom 'hit the nail on the head' means:

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To say something that is exactly correct

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To make a mistake

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To be very lucky

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To be very angry

Question 32

Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to 'gregarious'?

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Sociable

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Introverted

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Outspoken

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Unfriendly

Question 33

The prefix 'anti-' usually means:

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Against

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With

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Before

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After

Question 34

The word 'fortnight' refers to a period of:

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Two weeks

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One week

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One month

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Six months

Question 35

Which of the following is a technique for improving vocabulary retention?

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Spaced repetition

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Cramming

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Guessing from context only

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Translating words directly

Question 36

Read the sentence: 'The enigmatic figure disappeared into the mist, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions.' What is the likely meaning of 'enigmatic' in this context?

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Puzzling and mysterious

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Talkative and friendly

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Humorous and lighthearted

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Angry and violent

Question 37

Which strategy can help you expand your vocabulary through context?

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Guessing the meaning based on known words

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Looking up definitions in a dictionary

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Translating unknown words into your native language

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Ignoring unfamiliar words and focusing on the main ideas

Question 38

Which of the following is an example of using context clues to determine the meaning of an unfamiliar phrase?

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Reading the sentence before and after the phrase

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Looking up the phrase in a dictionary

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Asking a teacher or classmate for the definition

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Ignoring the phrase and focusing on the main ideas

Question 39

Read the sentence: 'The students were jubilant after their team's unexpected victory.' What is a synonym for 'jubilant' in this context?

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Happy and joyful

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Sad and disappointed

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Angry and frustrated

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Tired and exhausted

Question 40

The stranger in the sentence "The enigmatic stranger appeared out of the shadows, leaving behind an air of mystery." is described as:

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Puzzling

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Friendly

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Talkative

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Humorous

Question 41

The special occasion was celebrated with great happiness and good wishes. What is the most likely meaning of the word "auspicious" in this sentence?

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Lucky

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Unfavorable

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Sad

Question 42

Which of the following sentences provides a context clue suggesting that the word "abysmal" means "very bad"?

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The restaurant's ratings were abysmal, with customers complaining about the terrible food and service.

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The abysmal weather caused the flight to be delayed, grounding all planes.

Question 43

What is the most probable meaning of the word "capricious" in the following sentence: "The weather has been capricious this week, alternating between sunshine and thunderstorms without warning."

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Unpredictable

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Snowy

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Pleasant

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Cold

Question 44

Identify the context clue that helps you understand the meaning of the word "auspicious" in the sentence: "The auspicious start to the new year filled us with hope for a bright future."

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filled us with hope for a bright future

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auspicious

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The

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start to the new year

Question 45

What is the most probable meaning of the word "intrepid" in the following sentence: "The intrepid explorers ventured into the uncharted territory, driven by their curiosity and determination."

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Fearless

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Cautious

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Curious

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Experienced

Question 46

Which of the following sentences best exemplifies the use of an antonym as a context clue?

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The diligent student always completed their assignments on time, unlike their lazy classmate.

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The students were excited to learn about the history of their country.

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The weather was so beautiful that we decided to go for a walk in the park.

Question 47

What is the most probable meaning of the word "serendipitous" in the following sentence: "The serendipitous discovery of the new medicine has revolutionized the treatment of the disease."

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Fortuitous

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Unfortunate

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Unplanned

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Intentional

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a reliable strategy for inferring the meaning of unfamiliar words from context?

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Ignoring the surrounding text and guessing the meaning based solely on the word's root or suffix.

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Looking for synonyms or antonyms in the surrounding text.

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Reading the sentence or paragraph carefully to identify clues about the meaning.

Question 49

In the sentence, "The boy was so excited that he could barely contain his exuberance", what does the word "exuberance" mean?

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Excessive joy

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Sadness

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Anger

Question 50

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the meaning of the word "serendipitous"?

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Accidentally discovering something valuable while searching for something else.

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Losing something important.

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Planning a perfect day.

Question 51

In the phrase, "The room was in a state of disarray", what does the word "disarray" mean?

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Mess

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Decoration

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Comfort

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Order

Question 52

Which word best completes the sentence: "I was so ___________ that I could not sleep."

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Anxious

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Excited

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Happy

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Tired

Question 53

In the passage, "The man was walking down the street when he saw a group of children playing. He stopped to watch them, and a smile spread across his face.

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Pleasure

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Anger

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Confusion

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Sadness

Question 54

Which word is most similar in meaning to the word "gregarious"?

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Sociable

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Shy

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Introverted

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Quiet

Question 55

In the sentence, "The teacher's words were so inspiring that they ignited a fire in my heart.", what does the phrase "ignited a fire" mean?

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Inspired me greatly

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Made me angry

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Made me laugh

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Made me sad

Question 56

Which word best completes the sentence: "The painting was so ___________ that it left me speechless."

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Beautiful

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Ugly

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Boring

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Strange

Question 57

In the passage, "The wind howled like a banshee, rattling the windows and making the house creak and groan."

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The wind made a loud, wailing noise.

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The wind was blowing in a predictable pattern.

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The wind was blowing gently.

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The wind was blowing violently.

Question 58

Context clues can help you infer the meaning of unfamiliar words. Which of the following context clues indicates the effect the lecture had on the students in this sentence:  The professor's lecture was soporific, causing most students to nod off?'

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The effect of the lecture on the students

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The professor's tone of voice

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The definition of the word 'soporific'

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The time of day the lecture took place

Question 59

Read the following sentence: 'The painting was an exquisite blend of colors that captivated the viewer.' Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'captivated' in this context?

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Held the attention of

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Inspired

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Disappointed

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Confused

Question 60

Which of the following context clues suggests that the word 'austere' in the sentence 'Her room was austere, with only a bed, desk, and chair' means 'plain or simple'?

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The description of the room

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The size of the room

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The author's opinion of the room

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The color of the room

Question 61

What is the most likely meaning of the underlined word in the sentence: 'The company's revenue has increased significantly in recent quarters.'?

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Income

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Profit

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Expenses

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Debt

Question 62

In the sentence 'The magnanimous king pardoned the prisoners who had tried to overthrow him,' which of the following is the best clue to the meaning of 'magnanimous'?

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The king's actions towards the prisoners

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The time of day

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The king's appearance

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The prisoners' crimes

Question 63

Which context clue helps you determine the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence: 'The enigmatic painting left viewers puzzled and intrigued.'?

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The reaction of the viewers

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The size of the painting

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The subject matter of the painting

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The artist's statement

Question 64

Read the following sentence: 'The ephemeral nature of the artwork made it difficult to preserve.' Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'ephemeral' in this context?

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Temporary

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Complex

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Beautiful