Read 180 - 11 Midterm

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    Mute

    • All of the offspring of a given progenitor.
    • A deaf person who is unable to speak.
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This test will evaluate your progress in the READ 180 (1st semester) course. Take your time, read EVERY part of the question and answers BEFORE making a selection. Good Luck! Select the definition that most nearly defines the given word.

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  • 2. 

    Status

    • The relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society.

    • An opening in something.

    Correct Answer
    A. The relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "status". In this context, "status" refers to the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society. It implies the social rank, prestige, or importance that an individual or a group holds within a community. It can be determined by factors such as wealth, occupation, education, or social connections.

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  • 3. 

    Voluminous

    • Allow to have.

    • Large in volume or bulk.

    Correct Answer
    A. Large in volume or bulk.
    Explanation
    The word "voluminous" means large in volume or bulk. It describes something that is big or spacious, often referring to physical objects or quantities. The word "allow" mentioned in the question does not fit the definition of "voluminous" and is likely a distractor. Therefore, the correct answer is "Large in volume or bulk."

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  • 4. 

    Rupture

    • Make brighter and prettier, as of a house.

    • State of being torn or burst open.

    Correct Answer
    A. State of being torn or burst open.
    Explanation
    The word "rupture" refers to the state of being torn or burst open. This means that something has been forcefully separated or broken apart, often resulting in a visible or physical opening. The other option, "Make brighter and prettier, as of a house," does not accurately describe the meaning of "rupture." Therefore, the correct answer is the state of being torn or burst open.

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  • 5. 

    Claustrophobia

    • A device that controls amount of light admitted.

    • A morbid fear of being closed in a confined space.

    Correct Answer
    A. A morbid fear of being closed in a confined space.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "A morbid fear of being closed in a confined space." This is because claustrophobia is a psychological condition characterized by an extreme and irrational fear of confined spaces. People with claustrophobia may experience anxiety, panic attacks, and avoidance behaviors when faced with situations that involve being in enclosed spaces. The other option, "A device that controls the amount of light admitted," does not accurately describe claustrophobia and is unrelated to the given term.

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  • 6. 

    Confiscate

    • A copy that is represented as the original.

    • Taken without permission or consent especially by public authority.

    Correct Answer
    A. Taken without permission or consent especially by public authority.
    Explanation
    The word "confiscate" means to take something away without permission or consent, particularly by a public authority. This can refer to the act of seizing or taking possession of someone's belongings as a form of punishment or enforcement of the law. It implies that the action is done without the owner's agreement or authorization.

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  • 7. 

    Enhance

    • Make better or more attractive.

    • Surrendered as a penalty.

    Correct Answer
    A. Make better or more attractive.
    Explanation
    The word "enhance" means to improve or make something better or more attractive. It does not refer to surrendering as a penalty. Therefore, the correct answer is "Make better or more attractive."

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  • 8. 

    I am too sensible to go skydiving or bungee jumping.Which word means the opposite of sensible?

    • Lively

    • Rare

    • Foolish

    • Rude

    Correct Answer
    A. Foolish
    Explanation
    The word "sensible" refers to being practical, rational, and cautious. The opposite of sensible would be someone who is foolish, lacking good judgment, and prone to taking unnecessary risks. Therefore, the correct answer is "foolish".

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  • 9. 

    Posterity

    • A serious crime punishable by death or incarceration.

    • All future generations.

    Correct Answer
    A. All future generations.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "All future generations." The word "posterity" refers to all future generations, meaning the people who will come after the current generation. It does not refer to a serious crime punishable by death or incarceration.

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    Imperative

    • Some duty that is essential and urgent.

    • Make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose.

    Correct Answer
    A. Some duty that is essential and urgent.
    Explanation
    The word "imperative" is defined as a duty that is essential and urgent. It implies that the task or responsibility cannot be delayed or ignored, and it must be done immediately. This word emphasizes the importance and necessity of taking action promptly.

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    Swindle

    • Speak unfavorably about.

    • The act of deceiving by some fraudulent scheme.

    Correct Answer
    A. The act of deceiving by some fraudulent scheme.
    Explanation
    The word "swindle" refers to the act of deceiving someone through a fraudulent scheme. This means that the person intentionally tricks or cheats someone in order to gain something dishonestly. Therefore, the given answer accurately defines "swindle" as the act of deceiving through fraudulent means.

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  • 12. 

    Profusion

    • The property of being extremely abundant.

    • Disturbance usually in protest.

    Correct Answer
    A. The property of being extremely abundant.
    Explanation
    The word "profusion" refers to the property of being extremely abundant. This means that something is present in large quantities or in great abundance. It does not refer to disturbance or protest, as mentioned in the other option. Therefore, the correct answer is the property of being extremely abundant.

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  • 13. 

    Reticent

    • Reluctant to draw attention to yourself.

    • Administer or bestow, as in small portions.

    Correct Answer
    A. Reluctant to draw attention to yourself.
    Explanation
    The word "reticent" means being hesitant or unwilling to draw attention to oneself. This implies that a person who is reticent prefers to keep a low profile and avoids seeking attention or being the center of attention. The other option, "administer or bestow, as in small portions," does not accurately capture the meaning of the word reticent.

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  • 14. 

    Surmise

    • Infer from incomplete evidence.

    • Evil or harmful in nature or influence.

    Correct Answer
    A. Infer from incomplete evidence.
    Explanation
    The word "surmise" means to make an educated guess or inference based on incomplete evidence. It suggests that one is drawing a conclusion or forming an opinion without having all the facts or complete information. The other option provided, "evil or harmful in nature or influence," does not accurately capture the meaning of the word "surmise" and is therefore not the correct answer.

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    Martial

    • Suggesting war or military life.

    • The property of being extremely abundant.

    Correct Answer
    A. Suggesting war or military life.
    Explanation
    The word "martial" is commonly used to describe something related to war or military life. It is derived from the Latin word "martialis" which means "of Mars", the Roman god of war. Therefore, when something is described as martial, it suggests a connection to war or the military.

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  • 16. 

    Restive

    • Give out.

    • Being in a tense state.

    Correct Answer
    A. Being in a tense state.
    Explanation
    The word "restive" means being in a tense state. This means that someone or something is restless, impatient, or unable to relax. When someone is described as restive, it implies that they are agitated or uneasy, perhaps due to frustration or impatience. This word is often used to describe a person who is resistant or unwilling to be controlled or restrained.

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  • 17. 

    Detriment

    • A damage or loss.

    • Represent, as of a character on stage.

    Correct Answer
    A. A damage or loss.
    Explanation
    The word "detriment" refers to a damage or loss. It implies that something has been harmed or negatively affected. This aligns with the given definition of the word, making it the correct answer.

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  • 18. 

    He played the piano so well that he made it look effortless. Which of these words is an antonym for effortless?

    • Large

    • Old-fashioned

    • Careful

    • Difficult

    Correct Answer
    A. Difficult
    Explanation
    The word "effortless" means something that is done with ease and without much effort. An antonym for "effortless" would be "difficult," which means something that requires a lot of effort and is not easy to do. Therefore, "difficult" is the opposite of "effortless" in terms of the level of ease or effort required.

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  • 19. 

    Pervade

    • Spread or diffuse through.

    • The act of making a sudden noisy break.

    Correct Answer
    A. Spread or diffuse through.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Spread or diffuse through" because the word "pervade" means to spread or diffuse through something, indicating a process of permeation or saturation. The other option, "The act of making a sudden noisy break," does not accurately define the word "pervade" and is unrelated to its meaning.

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    Dynamic

    • The act of deceiving by some fraudulent scheme.

    • An efficient incentive.

    Correct Answer
    A. An efficient incentive.
    Explanation
    The word "dynamic" does not mean "the act of deceiving by some fraudulent scheme". Instead, it means "an efficient incentive". This means that it is something that motivates or encourages someone to act in a productive or effective manner. The given answer accurately reflects the meaning of the word "dynamic" in this context.

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