Understanding Vocabulary Through Context
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes the meaning of the word "sustain" as used in the sentence: "I am amazed that Jeff can sustain his family on the tiny amount of money he makes"?
To destroy
To support for an extended period of time
To ignore
To criticize
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the root words in "abstain" and explain their contribution to the word's meaning.
"ab" meaning "toward" and "stain" meaning "mark"
"ab" meaning "away from" and "tenere" meaning "to hold"
"ab" meaning "above" and "stain" meaning "color"
"ab" meaning "below" and "tenere" meaning "to release"
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an antonym for "abstain"?
Refrain
Indulge
Avoid
Resist
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Analyze the word "tenacious" and determine which of the following sentences best illustrates its meaning.
The tenacious student gave up easily when faced with a difficult problem.
The tenacious athlete trained every day, despite the challenges.
The tenacious cat slept all day in the sun.
The tenacious plant wilted quickly without water.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the synonym for "retinue" as used in the context of the sentence: "Queen Elizabeth I always had a large retinue of ladies-in-waiting around her"?
Solitude
Entourage
Isolation
Loneliness
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Evaluate the word "replete" and choose the sentence that correctly uses the word.
The empty basket was replete with fruits.
The replete library had no books on its shelves.
The replete pantry was stocked with all kinds of snacks.
The replete room was devoid of furniture.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an antonym for "replete"?
Full
Emptied
Overflowing
Packed
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