5th Grade Word Of The Week Unit 1
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Word of the Week---Unit 1 vocabulary test.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Colossal
- A.
Very happy
- B.
Difficult
- C.
To collect
- D.
Gigantic
Correct Answer
D. GiganticExplanation
The word "colossal" means something that is extremely large or gigantic in size. It is often used to describe something that is huge or massive in scale. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "gigantic" because it is a synonym of "colossal" and carries the same meaning of being very large or enormous.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Punctual
- A.
To fool around or dawdle
- B.
To be on time
- C.
To punish
- D.
Very happy
Correct Answer
B. To be on timeExplanation
The word "punctual" means to be on time. It refers to someone who is prompt and arrives at a designated place or completes a task at the specified time. Being punctual is considered a desirable trait as it demonstrates responsibility, reliability, and respect for others' time.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Bizarre
- A.
Busy
- B.
On time
- C.
Very happy
- D.
Unusual
Correct Answer
D. UnusualExplanation
The word "bizarre" means something that is very strange, odd, or peculiar. It is different from the other options because it implies a level of strangeness or peculiarity that goes beyond just being busy, on time, or very happy. Therefore, "unusual" is the correct answer as it best captures the meaning of "bizarre".Rate this question:
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- 4.
Arduous
- A.
Gigantic
- B.
To argue
- C.
To crowd
- D.
Difficult
Correct Answer
D. DifficultExplanation
The word "arduous" means difficult or demanding. It is synonymous with the word "difficult". The other options, such as "gigantic", "to argue", and "to crowd", do not have the same meaning as "arduous". Therefore, "difficult" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Ravenous
- A.
Frightening
- B.
Clear
- C.
Extremely hungry
- D.
Large black bird
Correct Answer
C. Extremely hungryExplanation
The word "ravenous" is defined as being extremely hungry. This fits with the other options given in the question such as "frightening" and "clear" which do not relate to hunger. Additionally, "large black bird" is not a synonym or related to the word "ravenous." Therefore, the correct answer is "extremely hungry."Rate this question:
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- 6.
Clarify
- A.
Unusual
- B.
To clean
- C.
To fool around
- D.
To make clear
Correct Answer
D. To make clearExplanation
The word "clarify" means to make something clear or understandable. It is used when there is a need to provide further explanation or to remove any confusion or ambiguity. In this context, "clarify" is the most appropriate choice as it aligns with the meaning of the other given words. "Unusual" means something out of the ordinary, "to clean" refers to removing dirt or impurities, and "to fool around" means to engage in playful or silly behavior. Only "to make clear" fits the theme of providing clarity and understanding.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Hiatus
- A.
In the future
- B.
On time
- C.
To go on break
- D.
To crowd together
Correct Answer
C. To go on breakExplanation
"Hiatus" refers to a pause or a break in something. In this context, the correct answer "to go on break" aligns with the meaning of hiatus. It suggests that "hiatus" means to take a break or to temporarily stop doing something.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Lollygag
- A.
To laugh out loud
- B.
Stuck in your throat
- C.
To make clear
- D.
To food around or dawdle
Correct Answer
D. To food around or dawdleExplanation
The correct answer is "to food around or dawdle". Lollygag means to waste time or be idle, often by moving slowly or aimlessly. It is used to describe someone who is procrastinating or not being productive. The other options, such as laughing out loud, getting stuck in your throat, or making something clear, do not accurately reflect the meaning of lollygag.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Jubilant
- A.
Difficult to do
- B.
Very happy
- C.
To juggle
- D.
Extremely hungry
Correct Answer
B. Very happyExplanation
The word "jubilant" means feeling or expressing great joy and happiness. Therefore, the correct answer "very happy" accurately describes the meaning of the word.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Congregate
- A.
To gather or crowd around
- B.
To conduct
- C.
Gigantic
- D.
To fool around, dawdle, or be lazy
Correct Answer
A. To gather or crowd aroundExplanation
The word "congregate" means to gather or crowd around. It implies a group of people coming together in one place. This word does not refer to conducting something, being gigantic, or fooling around. The correct answer is the option that accurately reflects the meaning of "congregate."Rate this question:
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