English II Vocabulary & Spelling Review
English II Vocabulary and Spelling Review
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which of the following words means "not able to be heard"
- A.
Immutable
- B.
Inaudible
- C.
Ignoble
- D.
Incoherent
Correct Answer
B. InaudibleExplanation
The word "inaudible" means "not able to be heard." This suggests that the sound or voice is too faint or not audible to the human ear. It implies that there is a lack of sound or noise, making it impossible for someone to hear it. The other options, such as "immutable," "ignoble," and "incoherent," do not convey the same meaning of being unable to be heard.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Some scientists believe that humans have caused _______ damage to our planet.
- A.
Incoherent
- B.
Illiterate
- C.
Immutable
- D.
Irreparable
Correct Answer
D. IrreparableExplanation
Some scientists believe that humans have caused irreparable damage to our planet. This means that the damage caused is permanent and cannot be repaired or reversed. The word "irreparable" suggests that the damage is severe and irreversible, indicating that the impact on the planet is significant and cannot be undone.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When the microphone broke, the singer's voice became impartial.
- A.
Correct
- B.
Incorrect
Correct Answer
B. Incorrect -
- 4.
Dancing skills are _____ to the requirements of an accountant's job.
- A.
Irreverent
- B.
Ineligible
- C.
Irrelevant
- D.
Immutable
Correct Answer
C. IrrelevantExplanation
The word "irrelevant" means not connected or applicable to the matter at hand. In the context of the question, dancing skills have no relevance or connection to the requirements of an accountant's job. Therefore, the correct answer is "irrelevant".Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which prefix fits best with "interpret"?
- A.
Mis-
- B.
Mal-
- C.
Male-
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Mis-Explanation
The prefix "mis-" fits best with "interpret" because it denotes a sense of incorrectness or misunderstanding. When added to "interpret," it creates the word "misinterpret," which means to understand or explain something incorrectly or inaccurately.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Add the suffix to the word and write the new word.dizzy + -ness
Correct Answer
dizzinessExplanation
To form the new word, the suffix "-ness" is added to the base word "dizzy". The suffix "-ness" is used to indicate a state or condition. Therefore, when the suffix is added to "dizzy", it creates the new word "dizziness", which refers to the state of being dizzy.Rate this question:
- 7.
You should change y to i before adding which of the following suffixes (check all that apply):
- A.
-ance
- B.
-ant
- C.
-ous
- D.
-ing
- E.
-able
Correct Answer(s)
A. -ance
B. -ant
E. -ableExplanation
You should change the "y" to "i" before adding -ance, -ant, and -able; You would only change "y" to "i" in words ending with a consonant plus "y" in the case of -ous.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Choose the correct spelling:
- A.
Weard
- B.
Wierd
- C.
Weird
- D.
Weerd
Correct Answer
C. WeirdExplanation
The correct spelling is "weird." This word is commonly used to describe something that is strange or unusual.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Choose the correct spelling:
- A.
Proficeint
- B.
Profishient
- C.
Profiecient
- D.
Proficient
Correct Answer
D. ProficientExplanation
The correct spelling is "proficient." This word means to have a high level of skill or expertise in a particular subject or activity.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In the middle ages, armies would _____ entire towns, cutting off their supplies.
- A.
Reign
- B.
Beseige
- C.
Riegn
- D.
Besiege
Correct Answer
D. BesiegeExplanation
During the middle ages, armies would besiege entire towns, which means they would surround and block off the towns, preventing them from receiving any supplies. This tactic was commonly used to weaken and conquer the towns, as it deprived them of essential resources and forced them into submission.Rate this question:
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