Test Your Knowledge In English 101

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    What is a 4 letter word meaning "a story"?

    • Peep
    • Tale
    • Bold
    • Seam
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Test Your Knowledge In English 101 challenges your understanding of vocabulary by defining words based on their meanings. This quiz assesses your ability to connect words with their definitions, enhancing your vocabulary and comprehension skills.

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  • 2. 

    What is a 4 letter word meaning "drop of fluid from the eye"?

    • Pale

    • Tear

    • Wave

    • Sole

    Correct Answer
    A. Tear
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Tear" because it is a 4-letter word that means "drop of fluid from the eye."

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  • 3. 

    What is a 5 letter word meaning "a step"?

    • Stair

    • Bugle

    • Atlas

    • Great

    Correct Answer
    A. Stair
    Explanation
    The word "stair" is a 5-letter word that means "a step." It refers to a series of steps that are used to go up or down in a building or a structure. The other options, bugle, atlas, and great, do not have the same meaning as "a step" and therefore are not the correct answer to the question.

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  • 4. 

    What is a 5 letter word meaning "a utensil that is like a small shovel"?

    • Allow

    • Click

    • Scoop

    • Brief

    Correct Answer
    A. Scoop
    Explanation
    A scoop is a utensil that is like a small shovel. It is used to pick up and transfer loose or granular materials such as ice cream, flour, or sand. The word "scoop" fits the description of a 5-letter word meaning "a utensil that is like a small shovel" perfectly.

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    What is a 4 letter word meaning "rip"?

    • Shin

    • Tear

    • Pier

    • Bend

    Correct Answer
    A. Tear
    Explanation
    The word "tear" is a 4-letter word that means "rip". This word is commonly used to describe the act of forcefully separating or damaging a material by pulling it apart. It can also be used figuratively to describe strong emotions or a feeling of sadness.

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    What is a 6 letter word meaning "consecrated by a vow or promise"?

    • Invert

    • Votary

    • Pathos

    • Descry

    Correct Answer
    A. Votary
    Explanation
    A votary is a person who is devoted to a particular belief or practice, often through a vow or promise. This word accurately describes someone who is consecrated by a vow or promise, making it the correct answer. "Invert," "Pathos," and "Descry" do not have the same meaning as "consecrated by a vow or promise," so they are incorrect options.

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  • 7. 

    What is a 5 letter word meaning "fat"?

    • Lumen

    • Acute

    • Bolus

    • Lipid

    Correct Answer
    A. Lipid
    Explanation
    Lipid is a 5 letter word that means "fat". Lipids are a group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. They are an essential component of living cells and play various roles in the body, including energy storage, insulation, and protection of organs. Therefore, lipid is the correct answer for a word meaning "fat" in this context.

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    What is a 6 letter word meaning "lacking warmth of manner"?

    • Oblong

    • Sordid

    • Parlor

    • Wintry

    Correct Answer
    A. Wintry
    Explanation
    The word "wintry" is a 6-letter word that means "lacking warmth of manner." This word is often used to describe someone who is cold, distant, or unfriendly in their behavior or demeanor. It can also be used to describe a situation or atmosphere that feels cold, unwelcoming, or lacking in warmth.

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    What is an 8 letter word meaning "joins points of equal temperature "?

    • Isopleth

    • Gradient

    • Boundary

    • Isotherm

    Correct Answer
    A. Isotherm
    Explanation
    An isotherm is a line on a map or graph that connects points of equal temperature. It is formed by joining points that have the same temperature value, allowing us to visualize temperature patterns and variations across a given area.

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    What is a 5 letter word meaning "not enough in amount or size"?

    • Abode

    • Droop

    • Aroma

    • Scant

    Correct Answer
    A. Scant
    Explanation
    The word "scant" is a 5-letter word that means "not enough in amount or size." It is the correct answer because it perfectly matches the given definition. "Abode," "droop," and "aroma" do not convey the same meaning and are therefore incorrect options.

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    What is a 3 letter word meaning "investigational new drug; the license to test an unapproved new drug "?

    • Prn

    • Rbc

    • Qid

    • Ind

    Correct Answer
    A. Ind
    Explanation
    The 3 letter word "Ind" is an abbreviation for "investigational new drug." It refers to the license granted to test an unapproved new drug. This term is commonly used in the pharmaceutical industry to designate a drug that is undergoing clinical trials and research before it can be approved for commercial use.

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    What is a 10 letter word meaning "remaining in a given location, such as a catheter"?

    • Indwelling

    • Arrhythmia

    • Somnolence

    • Subclavian

    Correct Answer
    A. Indwelling
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Indwelling" because it is a 10-letter word that means "remaining in a given location, such as a catheter." This word specifically refers to medical devices, such as catheters, that are left inside the body for an extended period of time. It implies that the object or device is staying in its designated location, rather than being removed or repositioned.

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  • 13. 

    What is a 9 letter word meaning "the intellectual and moral tendencies that characterize any age or epoch"?

    • Delineate

    • Collegian

    • Zeitgeist

    • Frightful

    Correct Answer
    A. Zeitgeist
    Explanation
    Zeitgeist is a 9-letter word that means "the intellectual and moral tendencies that characterize any age or epoch". It refers to the prevailing ideas, beliefs, and attitudes of a particular time period. It encompasses the cultural, social, and political climate that influences the thoughts and behaviors of individuals within a society.

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    What is a 7 letter word meaning "based on experience"?

    • Empiric

    • Hypoxia

    • Patency

    • Staging

    Correct Answer
    A. Empiric
    Explanation
    Empiric is the correct answer because it is a 7-letter word that means "based on experience." It is derived from the word "empirical," which refers to knowledge gained through observation and experimentation rather than theory or speculation. Therefore, empiric accurately describes something that is founded on practical experience rather than abstract reasoning or assumptions.

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    What is a 9 letter word meaning "undesired result or complication; serious disease"?

    • Morbidity

    • Cutaneous

    • Prognosis

    • Diastolic

    Correct Answer
    A. Morbidity
    Explanation
    Morbidity is the correct answer because it is a 9 letter word that means "undesired result or complication; serious disease".

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