The Ultimate Tone Words Trivia Quiz!

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    Separated;  withdrawn.

    • Attached
    • Detached
    • Didactic
    • Factual
    • Critical
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Ever wondered what tone words are? Tone words are specific words used by the author to express their attitude about the subject or topic, whether it is positive, negative, or neutral. How many tone words do you know? Take the online quiz to test your knowledge and learn more.

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  • 2. 

    Something that one's efforts or actions are intended to attain or accomplish; goal.

    • Objetiv

    • Objetive

    • Obective

    • Objective

    • Ojective

    Correct Answer
    A. Objective
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "objective." An objective refers to something that one's efforts or actions are intended to attain or accomplish, also known as a goal.

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  • 3. 

    Bearing the classification usually above restricted and below secret.

    • Naive

    • Facetious

    • Objective

    • Confidential

    • Explicit

    Correct Answer
    A. Confidential
    Explanation
    The word "confidential" is the correct answer because it is the only word that fits the given context of being "above restricted and below secret." It implies that the information or documents bearing this classification are meant to be kept private and shared only with authorized individuals. The other options, "naive," "facetious," "objective," and "explicit," do not convey the same meaning or align with the given context.

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  • 4. 

    Sentimental yearning for the happiness of a former place or time.

    • Patriotic

    • Nostalgic

    • Sentimental

    • Remorseful

    • Compassionate

    Correct Answer
    A. Nostalgic
    Explanation
    The correct answer is nostalgic. Nostalgia refers to a sentimental yearning for the happiness of a former place or time. It is a feeling of longing or wistfulness for past experiences or memories. The other options - patriotic, sentimental, remorseful, and compassionate - do not accurately capture the meaning of the given phrase.

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  • 5. 

    Pertaining to a perfect setting.

    • Idyllic

    • Sentimental

    • Reflective

    • Reverent

    • Joyous

    Correct Answer
    A. Idyllic
    Explanation
    The word "idyllic" means pertaining to a perfect setting. It describes a place or situation that is peaceful, beautiful, and ideal. This word suggests a sense of perfection and tranquility, making it the most appropriate choice among the given options.

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  • 6. 

    Casual

    • Informal

    • Critical

    • Joyous

    • Humorous

    • Mock

    Correct Answer
    A. Informal
    Explanation
    The word "casual" means relaxed, informal, or not formal. The word "informal" also means not formal or relaxed in style or nature. Therefore, "informal" is the correct answer as it is a synonym of "casual" and fits the given list of words.

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  • 7. 

    Characterized by the use of sarcasm or ridicule.

    • Scathing

    • Exuberant

    • Satiric

    • Naive

    • Detached

    Correct Answer
    A. Satiric
    Explanation
    The word "satiric" is the correct answer because it accurately describes something that is characterized by the use of sarcasm or ridicule. Satire is a form of literature or art that uses irony, humor, and exaggeration to criticize or mock certain aspects of society. Therefore, "satiric" is the most suitable word choice among the given options.

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  • 8. 

    Macabre

    • Mournful; woeful; dismal

    • Over sentimental; tearful

    • Full of disdain; scornful

    • Gruesome; ghastly; grim

    • Derisive; contemptuous

    Correct Answer
    A. Gruesome; ghastly; grim
    Explanation
    The word "macabre" is often used to describe something that is gruesome, ghastly, or grim. It refers to things that are associated with death, horror, or the macabre. This word is not related to being mournful, woeful, or tearful, nor does it imply being over sentimental or disdainful. It is also not synonymous with being derisive or contemptuous. Therefore, the correct answer is gruesome, ghastly, and grim.

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  • 9. 

    Having or showing unaffected simplicity of nature or absence of artificiality.

    • Nave

    • Natural

    • Conniving

    • Naeve

    • Naive

    Correct Answer
    A. Naive
    Explanation
    The term "naive" means having or showing unaffected simplicity of nature or absence of artificiality. It refers to someone who lacks experience or sophistication and is easily deceived or manipulated. This word choice accurately describes a person who is innocent, trusting, and unaware of the complexities of the world.

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  • 10. 

    Maudlin

    • Feeling, showing, behaving with respect

    • Contemplation

    • Over sentimental; tearful

    • Filled with love for one's country

    • Inclined to find fault or to judge with severity

    Correct Answer
    A. Over sentimental; tearful
    Explanation
    The word "maudlin" refers to someone who is overly sentimental or tearful. This person tends to be excessively emotional and may easily become teary-eyed. The word does not relate to feeling, showing, or behaving with respect, contemplation, being filled with love for one's country, or being inclined to find fault or judge with severity.

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  • 11. 

    The word ____________________ conveys a meaning that is opposite of its literal meaning.

    Correct Answer
    ironic
    Explanation
    The word "ironic" is an example of a word that conveys a meaning opposite to its literal meaning. Irony refers to a situation where the outcome is contrary to what was expected or intended, often with a humorous or sarcastic undertone. Therefore, when something is described as ironic, it means that there is a discrepancy between what is expected and what actually happens.

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  • 12. 

    Characterized by melancholy; longing; yearning.

    • Mock

    • Lugubrious

    • Patriotic

    • Humorous

    • Wistful

    Correct Answer
    A. Wistful
    Explanation
    The word "wistful" means characterized by melancholy, longing, and yearning. This suggests that the person is feeling a sense of sadness or nostalgia, perhaps thinking about something or someone from the past. The other words in the list - mock, lugubrious, patriotic, and humorous - do not have the same meaning as wistful and do not convey the same sense of longing and melancholy. Therefore, "wistful" is the correct answer.

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  • 13. 

    Containing or expressing praise.

    • Elegiac

    • Jingoistic

    • Inspiring

    • Laudatory

    • Spiritual

    Correct Answer
    A. Laudatory
    Explanation
    Laudatory means containing or expressing praise. It is the correct answer because it directly aligns with the given definition. The other options do not fit the definition as elegiac means expressing sorrow or lamentation, jingoistic means overly patriotic, inspiring means motivating or uplifting, and spiritual means relating to the soul or religious matters. Only laudatory accurately describes something that is praiseworthy or commendatory.

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  • 14. 

    Not meant to be taken seriously.

    • Facetious

    • Joyous

    • Ironic

    • Satiric

    • Disdainful

    Correct Answer
    A. Facetious
    Explanation
    The word "facetious" means not meant to be taken seriously. It is often used to describe humor or remarks that are intended to be lighthearted or playful. The other options, such as "joyous," "ironic," "satiric," and "disdainful," do not convey the same meaning as "facetious." Therefore, "facetious" is the correct answer.

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  • 15. 

    Characterized by or of the nature of verbal abuse or condemnation.

    • Scathing

    • Sarcasm

    • Mock

    • Pedantic

    • Vituperative

    Correct Answer
    A. Vituperative
    Explanation
    Vituperative is the correct answer because it means characterized by or of the nature of verbal abuse or condemnation. This word describes language or behavior that is extremely critical, harsh, and abusive. It implies a strong sense of condemnation and is often used to describe someone's speech or writing that is full of bitter criticism and insults.

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