Wordly Wise 3000 Book 4 Lesson 2 Vocabulary Quiz

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1. How would you calculate (v)?

3. To ask a friend.

2. To search on Google.

1. To find the answer by using arithmetic.2. To figure out by reasoning.

1. To guess randomly.

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2. Decay (v.)

To shine

To grow

To Rot

To blossom

Decay means the process of rotting or decomposing, so the correct answer is 'To rot'. The other options do not accurately reflect the meaning of decay.

Explanation

Decay means the process of rotting or decomposing, so the correct answer is 'To rot'. The other options do not accurately reflect the meaning of decay.

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3. Decay (n.)

A state of stability and conservation.

An increase in strength or quality.

The process of growth and development.

A breaking down or rotting.

Decay refers to the gradual breaking down or rotting of something, usually due to natural processes. It is the opposite of growth or stability, which makes the incorrect answers inaccurate in this context.

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4. Exceed (v.)

To meet expectations.

To be more than. To go beyond what is allowed.

To fall short of.

To stay within limits.

The correct answer for exceed is to be more than or to go beyond what is allowed. The other three options provided do not accurately represent the meaning of exceed.

Explanation

The correct answer for exceed is to be more than or to go beyond what is allowed. The other three options provided do not accurately represent the meaning of exceed.

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5. Excess (n.)

Insufficient; lacking in quantity.

Adequate; exactly enough.

More than enough; an extra amount.

Average; standard quantity.

The correct definition for 'excess' refers to having more than what is required or expected.

Explanation

The correct definition for 'excess' refers to having more than what is required or expected.

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6. What does the term 'excessive' mean?

Moderate or average.

Lacking in quantity or quality.

Too much or too great.

Beneficial or advantageous.

The word 'excessive' specifically refers to something that is excessively high in amount or degree, going beyond what is normal or suitable.

Explanation

The word 'excessive' specifically refers to something that is excessively high in amount or degree, going beyond what is normal or suitable.

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7. Forbid (v).

To order not to do something

To encourage someone to do something.

To allow someone to do something freely.

To ignore someone's actions.

The term 'forbid' implies the act of prohibiting or ordering against something, opposing the ideas presented in the incorrect answers.

Explanation

The term 'forbid' implies the act of prohibiting or ordering against something, opposing the ideas presented in the incorrect answers.

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8. Forbidden (adj.)

Permitted

Encouraged

Allowed

Not allowed.

The term 'forbidden' indicates something that is prohibited or not permitted, making 'Not allowed' the correct answer. The incorrect answers 'Allowed', 'Permitted', and 'Encouraged' all suggest the opposite of 'forbidden', hence they are incorrect in this context.

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9. Grove (n.)

A traditional dance originating in Hawaii

A small shed or shelter, usually made of wood

A group of trees growing together with open space between them.

A type of citrus fruit similar to an orange

A grove specifically refers to a group of trees growing together, not to a small shed, citrus fruit, or dance.

Explanation

A grove specifically refers to a group of trees growing together, not to a small shed, citrus fruit, or dance.

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10. Limb (n.)

1. An arm, leg, or wing. 2. A large tree branch.

1. A small twig.

3. A type of seafood.

2. A type of insect.

The term 'limb' refers to either an arm, leg, or wing of an animal, or a large tree branch. The incorrect answers provided do not accurately define the term 'limb.'

Explanation

The term 'limb' refers to either an arm, leg, or wing of an animal, or a large tree branch. The incorrect answers provided do not accurately define the term 'limb.'

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11. Mammoth (adj.)

Very large; huge

Average; normal.

Small; tiny.

Fast; swift.

The word 'mammoth' as an adjective is used to describe something that is very large or huge in size.

Explanation

The word 'mammoth' as an adjective is used to describe something that is very large or huge in size.

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12. Mature (v.)

To become fully grown or developed.

To wither or deteriorate.

To become immature or underdeveloped.

To remain static or unchanged.

The correct answer for the verb 'mature' is to become fully grown or developed. This implies reaching a state of completion or full potential.

Explanation

The correct answer for the verb 'mature' is to become fully grown or developed. This implies reaching a state of completion or full potential.

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13. What does 'mature' mean as an adjective?

Fully grown or developed; adult.

Senior

Young

Immature

The correct answer refers to something that is fully grown or developed, typically associated with being an adult. 'Young', 'Immature', and 'Senior' are all antonyms of mature, representing different stages of development or age.

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14. What does it mean to permit (v.)?

To restrict

To allow.

To deny

To prohibit

The verb 'permit' means to give permission or allow something to happen. The correct answer is 'To allow.'

Explanation

The verb 'permit' means to give permission or allow something to happen. The correct answer is 'To allow.'

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15. What is a permit (n.)?

A written notice that allows a person to do something.

A type of outdoor tent used for camping.

A medical document provided by a doctor.

A form of payment for parking in a designated area.

A permit is a written authorization that grants someone permission to perform a specific action or activity.

Explanation

A permit is a written authorization that grants someone permission to perform a specific action or activity.

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16. Resist (v.)

3. To ignore or overlook.

1. To give in to; to comply with.

2. To support or promote.

1. To refuse to give in to; to withstand.2. To work or fight against.

The correct answer to the question 'resist (v.)' includes the ideas of refusing to give in to something, either by withstanding it or actively working against it.

Explanation

The correct answer to the question 'resist (v.)' includes the ideas of refusing to give in to something, either by withstanding it or actively working against it.

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17. Scorch (v.)

To freeze completely.

To burn slightly.

To drown in water.

To fly in the air.

Scorching specifically refers to burning slightly, not freezing, drowning, or flying.

Explanation

Scorching specifically refers to burning slightly, not freezing, drowning, or flying.

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18. Tower (v.).

To dig or excavate deeply.

To stand above or higher than what is around it.

To illuminate or light up.

To shrink or decrease in size.

The word 'tower' as a verb specifically refers to something standing above or higher than its surroundings, not any of the other actions mentioned in the incorrect answers.

Explanation

The word 'tower' as a verb specifically refers to something standing above or higher than its surroundings, not any of the other actions mentioned in the incorrect answers.

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19. What does the adjective 'towering' mean?

Average; medium-sized.

Very high; tall

Flat; even.

Small; short.

The adjective 'towering' is used to describe something that is very high or tall in stature.

Explanation

The adjective 'towering' is used to describe something that is very high or tall in stature.

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20. Affect (v).

2. To decrease or make smaller. (v.)

1. To remain the same. (v.)

1. To bring about a change in. (v.)2. To pretend to be or to have.

3. To create a sense of peace and calm. (v.)

The correct definition of 'affect' as a verb is to bring about a change in or to pretend to be or to have. The incorrect answers provided do not accurately reflect the meaning of the word 'affect' in this context.

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21. What does the term 'climate' refer to?

The specific weather conditions on a given day.

The average weather conditions of an area.

The type of vegetation in an area.

The altitude of a location.

Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area, while weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions. Altitude, vegetation type, and specific weather conditions on a given day do not encompass the broader concept of climate.

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22. What is a column?

A tall, usually stone support that holds up something. A regular newspaper or magazine article usually written by the same... A tall, usually stone support that holds up something. A regular newspaper or magazine article usually written by the same person.

A type of spreadsheet used for calculations and data organization.

A vertical row in a table or matrix.

A support beam typically used in construction.

A column can refer to different things depending on the context, but in this case, it refers to a tall support structure or a regular written article.

Explanation

A column can refer to different things depending on the context, but in this case, it refers to a tall support structure or a regular written article.

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23. What is a column (n)?