Term 3 Junior Ovp #1
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- 1.
Each country has ___ dishes which are associated with the country and its culture.
- A.
DECISIVE – to be decisive is to be quick and firm when deciding what to do.
- B.
DEFINITE – if something is definite, it is sure and real.
- C.
DISTINCTIVE – if something is distinctive, it means it has a quality that makes it very unusual or easy to identify.
- D.
DISTINCTION – it means “excellence” or “importance”; it can also mean “a difference between people of things”.
Correct Answer
C. DISTINCTIVE – if something is distinctive, it means it has a quality that makes it very unusual or easy to identify. -
- 2.
Although the café does not advertise itself, it is well known for its simple and ___ desserts.
- A.
DELECTABLE – delectable means “delicious and attractive”.
- B.
SAVOURY – savoury is the adjective we use to describe food that is salty or spicy.
- C.
AMIABLE – amiable means “friendly”.
- D.
CORDIAL – a cordial is a sweet fruity drink. As an adjective, it means “friendly”.
Correct Answer
A. DELECTABLE – delectable means “delicious and attractive”. -
- 3.
In the latest “Eat Right” campaign, the government is encouraging everyone to eat more ___ and nutritious food.
- A.
HEALTHIER – it is the comparative adjective for “healthy”. We say that food is “healthier”, not “more healthy”.
- B.
MEDICINAL – means “containing medicine”, which is used to cure illnesses.
- C.
WHOLESOME – is another word for “nutritious” or “good for health.
- D.
WHOLEWHEAT – refers to food made of whole grains of wheat, such as whole wheat bread.
Correct Answer
A. HEALTHIER – it is the comparative adjective for “healthy”. We say that food is “healthier”, not “more healthy”. -
- 4.
At Sue’s parties, the food is always presented in ___ and creative ways.
- A.
APPETISING – if something is appetising, it makes you feel like you want to eat it.
- B.
SEASONED – food that is seasoned is mixed with sauces and spices to add flavour to it.
- C.
SCRUMPTIOUS – is another word for delicious.
- D.
DRESSING- what one adds to a salad to add flavour to it.
Correct Answer
A. APPETISING – if something is appetising, it makes you feel like you want to eat it. -
- 5.
When Candace was in hospital, she found the food very tasteless; everything was mild and ___.
- A.
STALE – stale food is food which is no longer fresh and good to eat.
- B.
BLAND – is another word for tasteless.
- C.
MUSHY – mushy food is food which is soft and wet.
- D.
SOGGY – Soggy food is food that has too much water or moisture in it.
Correct Answer
B. BLAND – is another word for tasteless. -
- 6.
The ___ dish in this restaurant is its chilli crab, which was made famous by its founder 20 years ago.
- A.
NOTORIOUS – if something is notorious, it is famous for a bad reason.
- B.
AWARD – an award is something you get when you have achieved a high standard in a certain area.
- C.
CULINARY – is a formal word for “cooking”.
- D.
SIGNATURE – it is something that represents you.
Correct Answer
D. SIGNATURE – it is something that represents you. -
- 7.
___ food is what you eat when you miss your childhood or feel homesick, and just eating it makes you feel good.
- A.
CONVENIENCE – when something is convenient, it means it is easily done, without much trouble.
- B.
CONDITIONAL – if something is conditional, it means there are certain requirements that have to be met first.
- C.
COMFORT – to comfort is to make one feel calm and at ease, or comfortable.
- D.
CONSOLATION – “consolation” is the noun form of the verb “console”. To console is to comfort a person after he is disappointed.
Correct Answer
C. COMFORT – to comfort is to make one feel calm and at ease, or comfortable. -
- 8.
It’s difficult to find ___ Moroccan food in Singapore because most of the traditional spices are not easily available here.
- A.
LIFELIKE – if something is lifelike, it is true to life.
- B.
AUTHENTIC – it means “original” or “genuine”.
- C.
NATIONAL – means “related to the nation or country”.
- D.
DOMESTIC – refers to things found in the home or within a country.
Correct Answer
B. AUTHENTIC – it means “original” or “genuine”. -
- 9.
Not many people enjoy the ___ taste of lemons, so it’s not surprising that it’s one of the least popular fruits.
- A.
STINGING – if something is stinging, it stings, or gives a painful, burning feeling.
- B.
GRATING – if something is grating, it is rough.
- C.
ACRID – means “very strong and bad smell or taste”.
- D.
TART – if something tastes tart, it is sharp and sour.
Correct Answer
D. TART – if something tastes tart, it is sharp and sour. -
- 10.
When Stan got married, his grandmother prepared a ___ feast with many of his favourite dishes to welcome his new bride into the family.
- A.
SUCCULENT – succulent food is moist, juicy and fleshy.
- B.
SATISFYING – if something makes you feel pleased and you feel like you have had enough, it is satisfying.
- C.
SACCHARINE – is another word for sweet.
- D.
SUMPTUOUS – a sumptuous meal is one which is big and impressive, often with many dishes.
Correct Answer
D. SUMPTUOUS – a sumptuous meal is one which is big and impressive, often with many dishes. -
- 11.
The news photographer won great ___ for showing the truth of war in his portrayal of a soldier’s life in the Iraq War.
- A.
CELEBRITY – a celebrity is a famous person.
- B.
POPULARITY – comes from the word “popular”, which means to be well-liked for something.
- C.
ACCLAIM – to win acclaim is to get people’s approval and praise for something you have done.
- D.
RECOMMENDATION – when one person likes you or your work and refers you to another person, it is called making a recommendation.
Correct Answer
C. ACCLAIM – to win acclaim is to get people’s approval and praise for something you have done. -
- 12.
The artist is ___ for paying careful attention to detail in his paintings.
- A.
PRESTIGIOUS – something prestigious is well-recognised and highly respected.
- B.
RENOWNED – a person who is renowned is famous and well-known.
- C.
EXPERIENCED – an experienced person has gained a lot of experience in his field, which means that he has done the work for a long time and is probably very good at it.
- D.
QUALIFIED – someone who is qualified has received special training and has been certified to do the job.
Correct Answer
B. RENOWNED – a person who is renowned is famous and well-known. -
- 13.
No one expected the song to win the top prize at the international competition; it was definitely a(an) ___!
- A.
DARK HORSE – “dark horse” is an idiomatic phrase used to describe a person whose talents and abilities are not known to people and who wins unexpectedly.
- B.
PALE HORSE – “pale” means it lacks colour and therefore looks unhealthy.
- C.
UNKNOWN HORSE – an unknown is someone whose qualities are not previously known to others.
- D.
INVISIBLE HORSE – something that is invisible cannot be seen, like air and energy forces.
Correct Answer
A. DARK HORSE – “dark horse” is an idiomatic phrase used to describe a person whose talents and abilities are not known to people and who wins unexpectedly. -
- 14.
She has been ___ several times for a best actress award, but unfortunately, she has never won.
- A.
DEDICATED – to dedicate something to someone means to say that the thing is done for the person and in his/her honour.
- B.
APPOINTED – to appoint is to give or assign someone to do a job.
- C.
NOMINATED – to nominate comes from the word, “name”. When we name or nominate people, we recommend them for something.
- D.
AWARDED – to be awarded something is like winning a prize for a competition.
Correct Answer
C. NOMINATED – to nominate comes from the word, “name”. When we name or nominate people, we recommend them for something. -
- 15.
Even the people who work ___ receive awards for their hard work and great skill.
- A.
BEHIND THE STAGE – the area behind the stage in a theatre where actors and crew get ready to perform.
- B.
BEHIND THE WINGS – the two sides of the stage which is usually shielded by curtains.
- C.
BEHIND THE SET – the set refers to the furniture and scenery used on stage.
- D.
BEHIND THE SCENES – an idiom which means “to be out of sight and not seen by the public”.
Correct Answer
D. BEHIND THE SCENES – an idiom which means “to be out of sight and not seen by the public”. -
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