Vocabulary Enhancement Quiz: Mastering Complex Words

English Language Arts

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY

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1. Abrupt (adj.)

Planned and expected.

Slow and steady.

Gradual, over a long period of time.

Happening suddenly, without warning.

The correct definition of 'abrupt' is something that happens suddenly and without warning, making the first incorrect answer 'Gradual, over a long period of time' incorrect. It is not planned or expected, making the second incorrect answer 'Planned and expected' incorrect. Additionally, 'abrupt' is the opposite of 'Slow and steady', making it the third incorrect answer.

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About This Quiz

This educational activity from Bps Wordly Wise Book 4 Lesson 5 focuses on enhancing vocabulary skills. It is designed to help learners in understanding and using complex words effectively, contributing to their language arts proficiency.

2. What does the term 'attempt' (v.) mean?

To give up

To try; to make an effort.

To sleep

To eat

The term 'attempt' (v.) refers to making an effort or trying to achieve something, hence 'To try; to make an effort.' The other options are not related to the definition of 'attempt.'

Explanation

The term 'attempt' (v.) refers to making an effort or trying to achieve something, hence 'To try; to make an effort.' The other options are not related to the definition of 'attempt.'

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3. What is the meaning of the word 'attempt' (n.)?

A try.

Success

Effort

Failure

The word 'attempt' refers to making an effort or a try to accomplish something, it does not necessarily imply success or failure.

Explanation

The word 'attempt' refers to making an effort or a try to accomplish something, it does not necessarily imply success or failure.

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4. Entertain (v.)

3. To forget about completely.

1. To bore and annoy.

1. To interest and amuse.2. To have guests.3. To have in mind.

2. To isolate oneself.

The verb 'entertain' typically refers to amusing or interesting someone, having guests, or keeping something in mind.

Explanation

The verb 'entertain' typically refers to amusing or interesting someone, having guests, or keeping something in mind.

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5. What does the verb 'glimpse' mean?

To stare at intently.

To get a quick look at.

To listen carefully to.

To touch something haphazardly.

The correct definition of 'glimpse' is to briefly see or obtain a quick look at something.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'glimpse' is to briefly see or obtain a quick look at something.

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6. Persistent (adj.)

Indecisive

Lazy

Refusing to give up.

Temporary

The correct answer for the definition of 'persistent' is 'Refusing to give up.' Persistence implies determination and continuous effort, which are not represented in the incorrect answers provided.

Explanation

The correct answer for the definition of 'persistent' is 'Refusing to give up.' Persistence implies determination and continuous effort, which are not represented in the incorrect answers provided.

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7. What is the definition of glimpse (n.)?

A thorough examination.

A quick or hasty look.

A detailed analysis.

A prolonged observation.

A glimpse is defined as a quick or hasty look, often a brief or fleeting view of something.

Explanation

A glimpse is defined as a quick or hasty look, often a brief or fleeting view of something.

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8. Mock (v.)

To make fun of.

To apologize

To praise

To mimic

The word 'mock' as a verb means to ridicule or make fun of someone or something. The correct answer is 'To make fun of'.

Explanation

The word 'mock' as a verb means to ridicule or make fun of someone or something. The correct answer is 'To make fun of'.

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9. What does the adjective 'mock' mean?

Not real; pretended.

Genuine; authentic.

Serious; earnest.

Acceptable; satisfactory.

The adjective 'mock' is used to describe something that is not real or pretended, not genuine or authentic, serious, or satisfactory.

Explanation

The adjective 'mock' is used to describe something that is not real or pretended, not genuine or authentic, serious, or satisfactory.

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10. Persist (v.)

1. To waste time. 2. To procrastinate.

1. To hurry up and finish. 2. To rush through a task.

1. To stop trying. 2. To give up easily.

1. To keep on doing or trying.2. To go on and on.

Persistence is commonly associated with tenacity and perseverance, not giving up easily. It involves continuing to try or do something despite challenges or obstacles. Therefore, the correct answers emphasize the idea of persistence as continuous effort or action.

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11. What is the definition of persistence?

Lacking determination; giving up easily.

Being inconsistent; easily giving up.

Sticking to something; not giving up.

Moving on quickly; not staying committed.

Persistence refers to the quality of sticking to something and not giving up, which is the opposite of being inconsistent, moving on quickly, or lacking determination.

Explanation

Persistence refers to the quality of sticking to something and not giving up, which is the opposite of being inconsistent, moving on quickly, or lacking determination.

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12. Persuade (v.)

To win someone over by arguing or asking.

To confuse someone by providing false information.

To physically force someone to agree with your viewpoint.

To ignore someone's opinion and make decisions on your own.

Persuading someone involves using logic, reasoning, and communication skills to convince them to see things from your perspective without resorting to deception, force, or disregarding their opinions.

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13. Persuasive (adj.)

Having the power to persuade.

Having a lack of persuasion.

Having the power to entertain.

Having a fear of persuading.

The adjective 'persuasive' describes something that has the ability to convince or influence others.

Explanation

The adjective 'persuasive' describes something that has the ability to convince or influence others.

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14. What is the definition of the term phase?

A type of matter

A type of electricity

A stage in a series of changes.

A geometric shape

The correct answer refers to a phase as a specific stage in a series of changes.

Explanation

The correct answer refers to a phase as a specific stage in a series of changes.

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15. Quaint (adj.)

Common

Modern

Beautiful

Odd or unusual in a pleasing or old-fashioned way.

The word 'quaint' specifically refers to something that is odd or unusual in a pleasing or old-fashioned way, making the other options incorrect.

Explanation

The word 'quaint' specifically refers to something that is odd or unusual in a pleasing or old-fashioned way, making the other options incorrect.

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16. Recall (v.)

1. To remember.2. To call or take back.

5. To reject.

4. To overlook.

3. To forget.

The verb 'recall' can mean either to remember something or to call or take back something, making options 3, 4, and 5 incorrect in this context.

Explanation

The verb 'recall' can mean either to remember something or to call or take back something, making options 3, 4, and 5 incorrect in this context.

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17. Reject (v.)

To refuse to accept or use.

To agree with or support

To consider seriously

To accept willingly

The correct meaning of 'reject' is to refuse to accept or use something, making the other three options incorrect.

Explanation

The correct meaning of 'reject' is to refuse to accept or use something, making the other three options incorrect.

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18. What does 'reject (n.)' mean?

To follow through with no hesitation.

To approve without question.

To consider carefully.

Something that falls short of what is acceptable.

The correct definition of 'reject (n.)' is to express or feel that one's engagement with an idea or activity is no longer appropriate or worthwhile. It is synonymous with dismissing or refusing something.

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19. Revise (v.)

2. To repeat without making any changes.

3. To ignore and accept as is.

1. To go over carefully in order to correct or improve.2. To change in order to bring up to date.

1. To create without any review or changes.

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20. Achieve (v.)

To ignore one's objectives.

To do what one sets out to do.

To procrastinate on a goal.

To fail at an attempted task.

The term 'achieve' refers to successfully accomplishing a goal or objective, not failing, procrastinating, or ignoring it.

Explanation

The term 'achieve' refers to successfully accomplishing a goal or objective, not failing, procrastinating, or ignoring it.

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21. Contempt (n.)

A feeling of neutrality or indifference towards someone or something.

A feeling that someone or something is good or worthy.

A feeling of compassion or admiration towards someone or something.

A feeling that someone or something is bad or unworthy.

Contempt is a negative feeling or attitude towards someone or something, indicating a lack of respect or regard.

Explanation

Contempt is a negative feeling or attitude towards someone or something, indicating a lack of respect or regard.

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22. Sensitive (adj.)

1. Not easily affected by anything.

3. Highly insensitive to surroundings.

1. Quick to notice or feel.2. Easily affected by even slight change.

2. Slow to notice or feel.

The word 'sensitive' describes someone who is quick to notice or feel things and is easily affected by even slight changes. Therefore, incorrect answers would be options that describe the opposite of these qualities.

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