Advanced Vocabulary Quiz: Exploring Complex English Words

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1. Arctic.

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The relationship between hot and tropical is that tropical is a region characterized by warm temperatures. Similarly, the relationship between cold and arctic is that the arctic is a region characterized by cold temperatures.

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Enhance your vocabulary with our 'English Vocab Lesson 17' focusing on challenging words. This lesson aims to improve your understanding and usage of complex vocabulary, essential for academic and professional success, making learning engaging and effective.

2. What does the term 'arctic' refer to?

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The term 'arctic' specifically refers to regions located in the northern hemisphere, typically characterized by cold temperatures and icy conditions.

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3. Endeavor.

Explanation

In this analogy, the relationship between 'borrower' and 'debtor' is that of someone who receives something (money) and is expected to repay it. Similarly, the relationship between 'attempt' and the correct answer 'borrower' is that of someone who tries to accomplish something.

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4. What is another word for jealousy?

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Jealousy is the feeling of resentment or bitterness towards someone else's success or advantage. Envy is the closest synonym to describe this emotion.

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5. Jealousy

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In this analogy, jealousy is often associated with the color green, similar to how red is associated with the feeling of anger. Envy is the correct answer as it is the feeling commonly associated with jealousy.

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6. What is a meteorite?

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A meteorite is a solid piece of debris from sources such as asteroids or comets that originate in outer space and survives its passage through Earth's atmosphere and impacts on the surface.

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7. What is a sergeant?

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A sergeant is a military or police officer who holds a certain rank and is responsible for leading a group of soldiers or police officers.

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8. What can you check to find out the day on which your birthday will occur this year?

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The correct answer is to check the calendar to determine the day of the week your birthday falls on this year. Calendars help keep track of dates and days of the week.

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9. In the context of this question, what is a synonym for 'essential'?

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The correct answer 'necessary' is a synonym for 'essential' as both words convey the idea of being indispensable or crucial. The incorrect options 'optional', 'extra', and 'dispensable' all carry meanings that are opposite or different from 'essential', making them incorrect choices.

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10. What is a league?

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A league is a group of teams that compete against each other in a particular sport or activity.

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11. What does the word 'synonym' refer to?

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A synonym is a word that has a similar meaning to another word, providing different options with unrelated meanings to the word 'synonym' helps test the taker's knowledge of the actual definition.

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12. What is another word for collapse?

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Collapse is the opposite of succeed, expand, and rise. The correct synonym for collapse in this context is fall.

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13. What may happen if the stakes are not hammered into the ground firmly?

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When the stakes are not hammered into the ground firmly, the tent may collapse as it lacks proper support to stand upright.

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14. What is the synonym for 'fragile'?

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The word 'fragile' is synonymous with 'breakable' as it suggests something that is delicate and easily damaged or broken.

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15. What word can be used to describe something that is easily broken?

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The correct answer 'delicate' accurately describes something that is easily broken, unlike the incorrect answers 'strong', 'durable', and 'robust' which imply the opposite.

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16. What is the meaning of maneuver?

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A maneuver involves moving or plotting a course of action, making 'move;plot' the correct answer. The incorrect options, stagnate, retreat, and hesitate, do not align with the definition of maneuver.

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17. By remaining a neutral country, Switzerland doesn't take sides in a conflict.

Explanation

Switzerland is known for its neutrality, which means it does not take sides in conflicts.

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18. What does it mean to remain neutral?

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Remaining neutral means not engaging in or supporting either side of a conflict in order to maintain peace and avoid taking sides.

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19. What is another word for endeavor?

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An endeavor is synonymous with attempt, as both words refer to making an effort or trying to achieve something.

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20. What is a calender used for?

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A calender is a tool used for organizing and planning activities, appointments, and events. It is commonly used to keep track of dates, deadlines, and schedules.

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21. Republicans thought that a National Bank was unconstitutional because it was not_________.

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The correct answer relates to the concept of enumerated powers in the Constitution, which limited the powers of the federal government to those specifically listed.

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22. League

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In this analogy, the correct answer is the second item in each pair. A letter is a fundamental unit of the alphabet, just as a team is a fundamental unit in a league.

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23. What symptom might a person with a cold have along with a sore throat?

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When someone has a cold, nasal congestion is a common symptom along with a sore throat.

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24. What is another word for collapse?

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The correct synonym for collapse is breakdown, as they both refer to a sudden failure or incapacity of a system or structure.

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25. What is another word for maneuver?

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The correct term for maneuver in this context is 'manipulate', as it implies carefully controlling the movement of the car.

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26. What is the meaning of the term 'neutral'?

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The term 'neutral' refers to the act of not taking sides in a situation or conflict.

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27. What does it mean to be a neutral country?

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Being a neutral country means not getting involved in conflicts between other countries.

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28. What is a valise?

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A valise is a small suitcase typically used for carrying clothing or personal items while traveling.

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29. Audrey belongs to a (association) that goes bowling every Thursday.

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The correct word to replace '(association)' in the sentence is 'league' as it refers to a group of people who come together for a specific purpose, in this case, bowling every Thursday.

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30. Eye is to visual as nose is to ____?

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In this analogy, the correct pairings are eye to visual (related to sight) and nose to nasal (related to smell). The incorrect answers olfactory (related to smell), auditory (related to hearing), and tactile (related to touch) do not share the same relationship as eye to visual and nose to nasal.

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Arctic.
What does the term 'arctic' refer to?
Endeavor.
What is another word for jealousy?
Jealousy
What is a meteorite?
What is a sergeant?
What can you check to find out the day on which your birthday will...
In the context of this question, what is a synonym for 'essential'?
What is a league?
What does the word 'synonym' refer to?
What is another word for collapse?
What may happen if the stakes are not hammered into the ground firmly?
What is the synonym for 'fragile'?
What word can be used to describe something that is easily broken?
What is the meaning of maneuver?
By remaining a neutral country, Switzerland doesn't take sides in a...
What does it mean to remain neutral?
What is another word for endeavor?
What is a calender used for?
Republicans thought that a National Bank was unconstitutional because...
League
What symptom might a person with a cold have along with a sore throat?
What is another word for collapse?
What is another word for maneuver?
What is the meaning of the term 'neutral'?
What does it mean to be a neutral country?
What is a valise?
Audrey belongs to a (association) that goes bowling every Thursday.
Eye is to visual as nose is to ____?
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