Things Fall Apart Novel! Vocabulary Trivia Quiz

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    Choose the best synonym to replace the italicized word in the sentence.The similarities between Chloe and Drew were unmistakable.

    • Humorous
    • Frightening
    • Clear
    • Irritating
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Test your understanding of vocabulary with this quiz themed around the novel 'Things Fall Apart'. Identify synonyms and complete sentences effectively.

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  • 2. 

    Choose the best synonym to replace the italicized word in the sentence. The impending trial would be held early in the morning.

    • Brief

    • Upcoming

    • Formal

    • Important

    Correct Answer
    A. Upcoming
    Explanation
    The word "impending" in the sentence means that the trial is about to happen soon. Therefore, the best synonym to replace "impending" would be "upcoming," which also conveys the idea that the trial is going to take place in the near future.

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  • 3. 

    Choose the best word to complete the sentence.The opposite of intense is

    • Old

    • Weak

    • Cold

    • Patient

    Correct Answer
    A. Weak
    Explanation
    The opposite of intense is weak because intensity refers to a high level of strength, force, or concentration, while weakness refers to a lack of strength or vigor. Therefore, weak is the best word to complete the sentence as it represents the opposite meaning of intense.

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  • 4. 

    Choose the best word to complete the sentence.If something is elusive, it

    • Is bright

    • Has rough edges

    • Is hard to define

    • Is light and airy

    Correct Answer
    A. Is hard to define
    Explanation
    The word "elusive" suggests that something is difficult to grasp or pin down. It implies that the thing in question is elusive because it evades clear definition or understanding. Therefore, the best word to complete the sentence is "is hard to define."

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  • 5. 

    Choose the best word to complete the sentence. Solitary is the same as

    • Warlike

    • Single

    • Bold

    • Ill

    Correct Answer
    A. Single
    Explanation
    The word "solitary" means being alone or being the only one. Similarly, the word "single" also means being alone or being the only one. Therefore, "single" is the best word to complete the sentence as it is synonymous with "solitary".

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  • 6. 

    Choose the best word to complete the sentence.To atone is to

    • Feel bad for yourself

    • Become successful

    • Move from one place to another

    • Make up for a wrongdoing

    Correct Answer
    A. Make up for a wrongdoing
    Explanation
    To atone means to make up for a wrongdoing. It involves acknowledging one's mistake and taking steps to rectify it or make amends. Feeling bad for oneself may be a consequence of atoning, but it is not the same as the act of atoning itself. Becoming successful or moving from one place to another are unrelated to the concept of atonement.

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    Choose the best synonym to replace the italicized word in the sentence. The events that happened that day were uncanny.

    • Surprising

    • Unimportant

    • Fortunate

    • Strange

    Correct Answer
    A. Strange
    Explanation
    The word "uncanny" means strange or eerie, so the best synonym to replace it would be "strange".

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    Choose the best synonym to replace the italicized word in the sentence.Nina was a capricious friend.

    • Moody

    • Faithful

    • Difficult

    • Helpful

    Correct Answer
    A. Moody
    Explanation
    Nina being described as "capricious" implies that she is unpredictable and changes her moods frequently. Therefore, the best synonym to replace "capricious" would be "moody," as it conveys the same meaning of someone who has unpredictable mood swings.

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