Bps Wordly Wise Book 4 Lesson 9

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1. What does it mean to 'take advantage of' (v.)?

To be honest and fair in all transactions

To give up on an opportunity

To make use of; to benefit oneself by treating others unfairly.

To show appreciation for others

The phrase 'take advantage of' typically has a negative connotation, implying that one is using a situation or someone else for personal gain without regard for fairness or ethics.

Explanation

The phrase 'take advantage of' typically has a negative connotation, implying that one is using a situation or someone else for personal gain without regard for fairness or ethics.

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2. What is the definition of astonish (v.)?

To surprise or amaze.

To bore or tire.

To anger or irritate.

To confuse or confound.

The correct definition of astonish is to surprise or amaze, not to bore, confuse, or anger.

Explanation

The correct definition of astonish is to surprise or amaze, not to bore, confuse, or anger.

3. What is the meaning of the word 'confirm'?

To deny or disprove

To question or doubt

To show or prove to be true.

To imagine or speculate

The word 'confirm' means to establish the truth or correctness of something.

Explanation

The word 'confirm' means to establish the truth or correctness of something.

4. Confirm (v.)

To cancel or invalidate.

To question or doubt.

To approve or give one’s agreement to

To deny or disapprove of.

To create or initiate.

The correct answer 'To approve or give one's agreement to' accurately reflects the meaning of 'confirm', as opposed to the incorrect options provided.

Explanation

The correct answer 'To approve or give one's agreement to' accurately reflects the meaning of 'confirm', as opposed to the incorrect options provided.

5. Distant (adj.)

1. Very close in time.

2. Nearby; close by.

3. Not far away; within reach.

1. Very far away in time.2. Very far away; not near or close by.

The word 'distant' typically refers to something that is far away in both time and physical proximity, making options 1, 2, and 3 incorrect.

Explanation

The word 'distant' typically refers to something that is far away in both time and physical proximity, making options 1, 2, and 3 incorrect.

6. What is the definition of distance?

The amount of space between two numbers on a number line.

The time it takes to travel from one place to another.

The feeling of separation between two individuals.

The length of the space between two places.

Distance is measured as the amount of space between two locations and is often calculated in units of length such as meters or miles.

Explanation

Distance is measured as the amount of space between two locations and is often calculated in units of length such as meters or miles.

7. Founder (n.)

A person who manages day-to-day operations of a company.

A visionary who offers guidance and direction to a business.

A person who sets up something that lasts.

An individual who purchases an already established company.

Someone who comes up with an idea but doesn't see it through.

A founder is specifically the individual who creates and establishes a new organization or business, taking the initiative to bring it into existence and ensuring its longevity.

Explanation

A founder is specifically the individual who creates and establishes a new organization or business, taking the initiative to bring it into existence and ensuring its longevity.

8. Founder (v.)

To spread something in a solid form over a surface.

A person who explores uncharted territory.

Someone who establishes an organization or business.

To sink below the surface of the water.

In this context, 'founder' as a verb refers to the action of sinking below the surface of the water, typically used in relation to boats or ships.

Explanation

In this context, 'founder' as a verb refers to the action of sinking below the surface of the water, typically used in relation to boats or ships.

9. What is the definition of 'hamlet' (n.)?

A type of sandwich.

A Shakespearean play.

A type of dance.

A small village.

The term 'hamlet' specifically refers to a small village, not to be confused with other meanings such as a type of sandwich, a Shakespearean play, or a type of dance.

Explanation

The term 'hamlet' specifically refers to a small village, not to be confused with other meanings such as a type of sandwich, a Shakespearean play, or a type of dance.

10. Host (n.)

1. A type of computer server. 2. To organize and run an event or program. 3. An individual who owns a home or property for rent.

1. A large number.2.One who greets and entertains guests and takes care of their needs at a party or restaurant.

The correct answer refers to the definition of 'host' as either a large number or as someone who greets and entertains guests. The incorrect answers provided are common misconceptions of the term

Explanation

The correct answer refers to the definition of 'host' as either a large number or as someone who greets and entertains guests. The incorrect answers provided are common misconceptions of the term

11. Misgiving (n.)

A sense of excitement and anticipation

A strong belief in the future outcome

A feeling of doubt, uncertainty, or concern about what may happen in the future.

A feeling of contentment and satisfaction

Misgiving refers to feelings of doubt or uncertainty about the future, not excitement, contentment, or strong belief.

Explanation

Misgiving refers to feelings of doubt or uncertainty about the future, not excitement, contentment, or strong belief.

12. Parched (adj.)

Overabundant; saturated.

Lacking water; thirsty.

Stressed; anxious.

Spicy; flavorful.

The word 'parched' is used to describe the feeling of being lacking water or thirsty. It is opposite to the incorrect answers provided.

Explanation

The word 'parched' is used to describe the feeling of being lacking water or thirsty. It is opposite to the incorrect answers provided.

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