Great Expectations Vocabulary Quiz
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Use the following vocab words from Great Expectations to complete the analogies.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Countenance:face as
- A.
Facade: building
- B.
Foot:shoe
- C.
Tree: root
- D.
Appall:enjoy
Correct Answer
A. Facade: buildingExplanation
The word "countenance" is a synonym for "face," while "facade" is a synonym for "building." Both "countenance" and "facade" represent the outward appearance or surface of something. Therefore, the relationship between "countenance" and "face" is similar to the relationship between "facade" and "building." The correct answer is "facade: building."Rate this question:
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- 2.
Declamation:speech as
- A.
Car:train
- B.
Small:medium
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Infirm:healthy
- D.
Question:inquiry
Correct Answer
D. Question:inquiryExplanation
In this analogy, the relationship between the words "question" and "inquiry" is being compared to the relationship between the words "declamation" and "speech as", "car" and "train", and "small" and "medium". Just as "declamation" is a type of "speech as", "car" is a type of "train", and "small" is a type of "medium", "question" is a type of "inquiry". Therefore, the correct answer is "question:inquiry".Rate this question:
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- 3.
Infirmity:strength
- A.
Shoe:foot
- B.
Delapitated:new
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Messy:unorganized
- D.
Contrain:contain
Correct Answer
B. Delapitated:newExplanation
The relationship between "infirmity" and "strength" is that they are opposite in meaning. Similarly, "delapitated" and "new" are also opposite in meaning.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Candor:dishonesty
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Neat:fastidious
- B.
Alacrity:apathy
- C.
Scarcity:food
- D.
Restrained:temperate
Correct Answer
B. Alacrity:apathyExplanation
The relationship between the words "alacrity" and "apathy" is that they are antonyms. "Alacrity" means a quick and cheerful readiness to do something, while "apathy" means a lack of interest or enthusiasm. Therefore, just as "candor" is the opposite of "dishonesty," "alacrity" is the opposite of "apathy."Rate this question:
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- 5.
Ablution:wash
- A.
Study:learn
- B.
Famish:eat
- C.
Clean:vile
- D.
Sin:repudiate
Correct Answer
A. Study:learnExplanation
The relationship between "ablution:wash" and "study:learn" is that ablution is the act of washing oneself, just as studying is the act of learning. In both cases, the first term represents the action being performed, while the second term represents the result or purpose of that action. Therefore, "study:learn" is the correct answer as it follows the same pattern as the given example.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Opthalmic:eye
- A.
Orthopaedic:bone
- B.
Nose:otolaryngy
- C.
Ear:otologist
- D.
Heart:cardiac
Correct Answer
A. Orthopaedic:boneExplanation
The given analogy pairs different medical specialties with their respective body parts. In this analogy, the term "orthopaedic" is related to the "bone." Similarly, "opthalmic" is related to the "eye," "nose" is related to "otolaryngy," "ear" is related to "otologist," and "heart" is related to "cardiac." Therefore, the correct answer is "orthopaedic:bone" because it follows the same pattern as the other analogy pairs.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Excrescence:tumor
- A.
Flower:seed
- B.
Branch:bud
- C.
Stream:river
- D.
Pebble:rock
Correct Answer
B. Branch:budExplanation
In this analogy, the relationship between "excrescence" and "tumor" is that an excrescence is a type of abnormal growth or outgrowth, similar to how a tumor is an abnormal growth in the body. Similarly, a "branch" is a type of outgrowth or extension of a tree, and a "bud" is an undeveloped or growing part of a plant. Therefore, the relationship between "branch" and "bud" is similar to the relationship between "excrescence" and "tumor".Rate this question:
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- 8.
Tremulous:confident
- A.
Famished:starving
- B.
Salacious:sexy
- C.
Meek:bold
- D.
Slender:slight
Correct Answer
C. Meek:boldExplanation
The relationship between the words "meek" and "bold" is that they are antonyms. "Meek" refers to someone who is submissive or lacking in confidence, while "bold" describes someone who is confident and fearless. Therefore, the pair "meek:bold" is similar to the given pair "tremulous:confident" in which both words are opposite in meaning.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Veritable:genuine
- A.
Incorrigible:reformed
- B.
Sojourn:rest
- C.
Indiscriminate:random
- D.
Explicit:clear
Correct Answer
D. Explicit:clearExplanation
The word "explicit" means something that is clearly stated or expressed. Therefore, the given answer "explicit:clear" is correct because "clear" is a synonym of "explicit".Rate this question:
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- 10.
Disgorge:swallow
- A.
Extract:implant
- B.
Altercation:fight
- C.
Acquiesce:agree
- D.
Allude:refer
Correct Answer
A. Extract:implantExplanation
The relationship between "disgorge" and "swallow" is that "disgorge" means to forcefully expel or vomit, while "swallow" means to take something into the stomach through the mouth. Similarly, the relationship between "extract" and "implant" is that "extract" means to remove or take out, while "implant" means to insert or embed something into a body or object. Therefore, "extract:implant" is the correct answer as it maintains the same relationship as the given pair.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Sagacious:sensible
- A.
Drought:flood
- B.
Surmise:know
- C.
Dexterous:skillful
- D.
Gloomy:bright
Correct Answer
C. Dexterous:skillfulExplanation
The word "dexterous" is synonymous with "skillful." Both words describe someone who is adept or proficient in performing tasks or activities. Therefore, "dexterous:skillful" is the correct answer as it follows the same pattern of providing two words that have similar meanings.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Jocose:serious
- A.
Brazen:bold
- B.
Animosity:friendship
- C.
Explicit:vague
- D.
Ignominouos:shameful
Correct Answer
C. Explicit:vagueExplanation
The word "explicit" means clear, specific, or direct, while "vague" means unclear, imprecise, or ambiguous. These two words are antonyms as they represent opposite meanings. Therefore, the correct answer is "explicit:vague".Rate this question:
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- 13.
Tranfix:look away
- A.
Stipulation:requirement
- B.
Freeze:thaw
- C.
Placid:calm
- D.
Insipid:dry
Correct Answer
B. Freeze:thawExplanation
The word "freeze" refers to the process of turning a liquid into a solid state due to low temperatures. The word "thaw" refers to the process of reversing this state, where a solid melts and returns to its liquid form. Both words are opposite in meaning and describe a change in state. Therefore, "freeze:thaw" is the correct answer as it follows the same pattern as the other word pairs in the question.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Crestfallen:encouraged
- A.
Lethargic:tired
- B.
Disappointed:elated
- C.
Cacophony:noise
- D.
Diabolic:devilish
Correct Answer
B. Disappointed:elatedExplanation
The word "crestfallen" means feeling sad or disappointed, while "encouraged" means feeling hopeful or inspired. Similarly, "disappointed" means feeling let down or unhappy, and "elated" means feeling extremely happy or excited. Therefore, the relationship between "disappointed" and "elated" is that they are antonyms, or words with opposite meanings.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Infallible:mistake
- A.
Fastidious:mess
- B.
Coherent:rational
- C.
Expend:expand
- D.
Morose:happy
Correct Answer
A. Fastidious:messExplanation
Fastidious means very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail. A person who is fastidious is meticulous and careful in their work or behavior. Similarly, a mess refers to a state of untidiness or disorder. Therefore, the relationship between fastidious and mess is that fastidiousness is the opposite of messiness.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Untenable:impossible
- A.
Ignominious:honorable
- B.
Magnanimous:greedy
- C.
Capricious:impulsive
- D.
Affable:rude
Correct Answer
C. Capricious:impulsiveExplanation
The word "capricious" means being unpredictable or impulsive in behavior. The word "impulsive" refers to acting or reacting without thinking or considering the consequences. Therefore, the relationship between "capricious" and "impulsive" is that they both describe a lack of control or thoughtfulness in decision-making.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Repudiate:reject
- A.
Adversary:friend
- B.
Copious:lacking
- C.
Reiterate:repeat
- D.
Elate:annoy
Correct Answer
C. Reiterate:repeatExplanation
The word "reiterate" means to repeat or say something again, while "repeat" also means to do or say something again. Therefore, the correct answer is "reiterate:repeat" because both words have similar meanings and can be used interchangeably.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Consign:hold
- A.
Thwart:prevent
- B.
Relinquish:give up
- C.
Compress:expand
- D.
Benefactor:gift
Correct Answer
C. Compress:expandExplanation
The correct answer is compress:expand. This answer is based on the relationship between the words in each pair. In the given pair, "compress" is the opposite of "expand." When something is compressed, it is made smaller or condensed, while when something is expanded, it is made larger or stretched out. Therefore, "compress" and "expand" are antonyms, making this the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Resolute:unwavering
- A.
Supercilious:snobbish
- B.
Animostity:enemy
- C.
Waive:forget
- D.
Avaricious:money
Correct Answer
A. Supercilious:snobbishExplanation
The word "resolute" means to be firm and unwavering in one's beliefs or actions. Similarly, the word "supercilious" means to be arrogant and snobbish, displaying a sense of superiority. Both words describe a certain attitude or behavior that is unyielding and self-important. Therefore, "supercilious:snobbish" is the correct answer as it represents a similar relationship as "resolute:unwavering".Rate this question:
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- 20.
Paroxysm:outburst
- A.
Expend:payout
- B.
Ravenous:full
- C.
Desolation:sadness
- D.
Altercation:fight
Correct Answer
D. Altercation:fightExplanation
The word "altercation" refers to a heated argument or dispute between two or more people. Similarly, "fight" also denotes a physical altercation or conflict between individuals. Therefore, the correct answer is "altercation:fight" as both words share a similar relationship, where one word represents a specific type or instance of the other.Rate this question:
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