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The teacher asked Greg to __________ why he was late again today.
- Impact
- Emphasize
- Explain
- Introduce

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Test your knowledge of academic vocabulary with the 'Academic Vocabulary Trivia Quiz!' Explore how to use words like 'analyze,' 'argue,' and 'relevant' in context, enhancing your language skills and understanding of daily academic applications.

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The weather forecasters __________ that it would rain today, but actually it's been sunny all day.
- Prioritized
- Reacted
- Preceded
- Predicted
Correct Answer

A. Predicted

Explanation

The correct answer is "predicted". The sentence states that the weather forecasters said it would rain today, but it has been sunny all day. This implies that the forecasters made a prediction about the weather, which turned out to be incorrect. Therefore, "predicted" is the most suitable word to fill in the blank.

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Before buying a new cell phone, it's important to __________ plans from different companies.
- Compare
- Argue
- Challenge
- Assume
Correct Answer

A. Compare

Explanation

Before buying a new cell phone, it's important to compare plans from different companies. This means that it is crucial to assess and evaluate the different options available from various cell phone companies. By comparing the plans, one can determine which company offers the best deal in terms of pricing, features, coverage, and other factors. This allows the buyer to make an informed decision and choose the most suitable plan for their needs and preferences.

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James tried to __________ Maria to go to the movies, but she didn't like any of the movies showing.
- Conclude
- Demonstrate
- Elaborate
- Convince
Correct Answer

A. Convince

Explanation

James attempted to persuade or convince Maria to go to the movies, but she was uninterested in any of the films being shown.

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5.

We had to __________ who would be the timekeeper before we started our activity.
- Relevant
- Compare
- Determine
- Contrast
Correct Answer

A. Determine

Explanation

Before starting the activity, it was necessary for us to decide or figure out who would be the timekeeper. The word "determine" means to make a decision or reach a conclusion after considering all the relevant factors. In this context, determining who would be the timekeeper is the appropriate action to take before starting the activity.

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It's better to address a problem when it's small, rather than wait until it __________ into something bigger.
- Contrasts
- Develops
- Concludes
- Convinces
Correct Answer

A. Develops

Explanation

Addressing a problem when it's small is more beneficial because it allows for early intervention and prevents the problem from growing or escalating into something bigger. By taking action early on, potential negative consequences can be minimized or avoided altogether. Therefore, the word "develops" accurately reflects the idea that a problem can grow or progress if not addressed promptly.

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In the short story, the author vividly __________ the characters she meets on a small island.
- Concludes
- Develops
- Describes
- Contrasts
Correct Answer

A. Describes

Explanation

The correct answer is "describes." In the short story, the author vividly describes the characters she meets on a small island. This means that the author provides detailed and vivid descriptions of the characters, giving the reader a clear image of what they look like and how they behave. The author may use sensory details and vivid language to bring the characters to life in the reader's mind.

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When our soccer game was canceled due to rain, we __________ our plans and decided to go to the movies instead.
- Responded
- Revised
- Required
- Selected
Correct Answer

A. Revised

Explanation

The word "revised" is the correct answer because it means to make changes or alterations to something. In this context, when the soccer game was canceled due to rain, the group changed their plans and decided to go to the movies instead. Therefore, they revised their plans.

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The article about immigrants in the U.S. is __________ to my life because my cousin has just arrived here from Vietnam.
- Respond
- Unique
- Relevant
- Subjective
Correct Answer

A. Relevant

Explanation

The article about immigrants in the U.S. is relevant to my life because my cousin has just arrived here from Vietnam. This means that the article is applicable and closely connected to my own personal experience and situation. It provides information and insights that are directly related to my cousin's immigration process and the challenges and opportunities that he may face as an immigrant in the U.S.

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Some students think math class isn't useful, but I would __________ that we use math every day.
- Benefit
- Argue
- Compare
- Cause
Correct Answer

A. Argue

Explanation

The correct answer is "argue". In this sentence, the word "but" suggests a contrast between the students' belief that math class isn't useful and the speaker's belief that math is used every day. By using the word "argue", the speaker is indicating that they disagree with the students and want to present their own viewpoint or opinion that math is indeed useful in daily life.

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After Amy told us about her strange dream, we tried to __________ it.
- Argue
- Assume
- Analyze
- Challenge
Correct Answer

A. Analyze

Explanation

After Amy shared her strange dream with us, we attempted to analyze it. This implies that we wanted to carefully examine and interpret the details of her dream in order to gain a better understanding of its meaning or significance.

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Our class read an essay comparing and __________ the lives of students who continued their education with those who decided to leave school at age sixteen.
- Concluding
- Contrasting
- Contributing
- Convincing
Correct Answer

A. Contrasting

Explanation

The correct answer is "contrasting". In the given sentence, the essay is comparing and contrasting the lives of students who continued their education with those who decided to leave school at age sixteen. The word "contrasting" means to highlight the differences between two things, which fits perfectly in the context of the sentence.

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After he had been at his new school for a few weeks, Jason __________ that he was going to like it there.
- Defined
- Concluded
- Elaborated
- Contrasted
Correct Answer

A. Concluded

Explanation

After being at his new school for a few weeks, Jason formed an opinion or belief that he was going to like it there. This suggests that he reached a conclusion based on his experiences and observations during those weeks.

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The parents asked the teacher to __________ on his new homework policy.
- Elaborate
- Convince
- Define
- Contrast
Correct Answer

A. Elaborate

Explanation

The parents asked the teacher to elaborate on his new homework policy. This means that they wanted the teacher to provide more details and explanations about the policy, possibly to understand it better or to address any concerns they may have had.

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On the first day of classes, Ms. Miller reviewed the rules and __________ her expectations for the class.
- Defined
- Convinced
- Compared
- Argued
Correct Answer

A. Defined

Explanation

Ms. Miller reviewed the rules and "defined" her expectations for the class. This means that she clearly explained and established what she expects from the students in terms of behavior, performance, and participation. By defining her expectations, Ms. Miller provided clarity and guidance to the students, helping them understand what is required of them in the class.

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Maureen __________ buying an expensive winter coat by saying that she would wear it for at least three years.
- Indicated
- Emphasized
- Impacted
- Justified
Correct Answer

A. Justified

Explanation

Maureen justified buying an expensive winter coat by stating that she would wear it for at least three years. This means that she provided a valid reason or explanation for her decision to purchase the coat, possibly highlighting its durability and long-term value.

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Academic Vocabulary Trivia Quiz!

The teacher asked Greg to __________ why he was late again today.

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The weather forecasters __________ that it would rain today, but actually it's been sunny all day.

Before buying a new cell phone, it's important to __________ plans from different companies.

James tried to __________ Maria to go to the movies, but she didn't like any of the movies showing.

We had to __________ who would be the timekeeper before we started our activity.

It's better to address a problem when it's small, rather than wait until it __________ into something bigger.

In the short story, the author vividly __________ the characters she meets on a small island.

When our soccer game was canceled due to rain, we __________ our plans and decided to go to the movies instead.

The article about immigrants in the U.S. is __________ to my life because my cousin has just arrived here from Vietnam.

Some students think math class isn't useful, but I would __________ that we use math every day.

After Amy told us about her strange dream, we tried to __________ it.

Our class read an essay comparing and __________ the lives of students who continued their education with those who decided to leave school at age sixteen.

After he had been at his new school for a few weeks, Jason __________ that he was going to like it there.

The parents asked the teacher to __________ on his new homework policy.

On the first day of classes, Ms. Miller reviewed the rules and __________ her expectations for the class.

Maureen __________ buying an expensive winter coat by saying that she would wear it for at least three years.