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    It's not that I'm unfriendly, but sometimes I want to leave society behind and be alone for awhile.

    • People living as members of a group
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    • The fastest runners
    • People who are afraid of Girl Scouts
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This quiz assesses understanding of vocabulary through context in various scenarios, enhancing comprehension and language skills. It is designed for learners seeking to improve their grasp of word meanings and usage.

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  • 2. 

    Mr. Huge was very proud of his auto superstore. “We have such an extensive selection of cars,” he said, “so everyone should find a vehicle that he or she will love!”The word “extensive” means __________.

    • Costing a lot of money

    • Large amount

    • Having no color

    • Not enough

    Correct Answer
    A. Large amount
    Explanation
    The word "extensive" means a large amount or a wide range. In the given context, Mr. Huge is proud of his auto superstore because they have a wide range or a large amount of cars available for customers to choose from.

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  • 3. 

    Those scientists want to hear what our professor thinks about their theory because he is the foremost expert in their field.

    • The first or main one

    • Craziest

    • Least informed

    • Loudest

    Correct Answer
    A. The first or main one
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The first or main one" because the sentence states that the professor is the foremost expert in their field. This implies that he is the most knowledgeable and experienced, making him the first or main authority in the subject matter.

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  • 4. 

    If you don't curtail your spending, you'll be broke in no time at all! Which word is a synonym of "curtail"?

    • Reduce

    • Follow

    • Behind

    • Buy

    Correct Answer
    A. Reduce
    Explanation
    The word "curtail" means to reduce or limit something, usually in terms of quantity or extent. In this context, it suggests that if you don't limit or reduce your spending, you will quickly run out of money. Therefore, the synonym for "curtail" is "reduce," as it conveys the same idea of limiting or decreasing something.

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  • 5. 

    Poor Farmer Chevez labors sixteen hours a day and never has time for a vacation. He deserves better! Everyone should have at least one day a week for rest and relaxation.

    • Plays

    • Eats

    • Works

    • Unions

    Correct Answer
    A. Works
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "works." This answer is supported by the information provided in the question, which states that Poor Farmer Chevez labors sixteen hours a day and never has time for a vacation. This indicates that Chevez is constantly working and does not have any time for rest or relaxation. Therefore, the answer "works" accurately reflects Chevez's situation and the need for him to have a day off from work.

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  • 6. 

    The news story was based on a letter that was a fabrication. Now the reporter who wrote the story is in big trouble. Will anyone believe him again? A fabrication is __________.

    • Made of cloth

    • Full of long words

    • Funny

    • Fake

    Correct Answer
    A. Fake
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "fake". A fabrication refers to something that is made up or invented, typically with the intention of deceiving others. In the given context, the news story was based on a fabricated letter, meaning that it was not true or genuine. As a result, the reporter who wrote the story is facing consequences and it is doubtful if anyone will trust or believe him again.

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  • 7. 

    Brea and Elizabeth are having a dispute over which radio station to play at work. It would be so much simpler if they both liked the same kind of music. A dispute is a __________.

    • Musical intrument

    • Choice of music

    • Discovery

    • Disagreement

    Correct Answer
    A. Disagreement
    Explanation
    A dispute is a disagreement. In this scenario, Brea and Elizabeth have different opinions on which radio station to play at work, causing a disagreement between them.

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  • 8. 

    The reporter insisted that the letter he used was authentic. He said that he had shown it to many experts before he used it in his story. When something is authentic, it’s __________.

    • Genuine or real

    • Carefuly written

    • Full of tasty worms

    • Very old

    Correct Answer
    A. Genuine or real
    Explanation
    The reporter insisted that the letter he used was authentic, meaning that it was genuine or real. He supported this claim by stating that he had shown it to many experts before using it in his story, implying that these experts had verified its authenticity.

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  • 9. 

    It’s a wonder to me how anyone can still be undecided about this election. These two candidates are certainly distinct. Each would lead our nation in opposite directions. What does “distinct” mean?

    • Needing a bath

    • Dishonest

    • Clearly different

    • About the same age

    Correct Answer
    A. Clearly different
    Explanation
    The word "distinct" means clearly different. In the given context, the speaker is expressing their surprise at how anyone can still be undecided about the election because the two candidates are clearly different from each other.

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  • 10. 

    Of course, I’m not saying that your plan is no good. I tend to be optimistic, so I won’t be surprised when you succeed.

    • Expecting the best to happen

    • Needing glasses to see

    • Full of glass

    • Unselfish

    Correct Answer
    A. Expecting the best to happen
    Explanation
    The speaker is expressing their optimism and belief that the plan will be successful. They are not dismissing or doubting the plan, but rather anticipating a positive outcome.

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  • 11. 

    When they heard the good news about the court’s decision, the angry crowd cheered and then began to disperse. “It looks like everyone is going home,” one reporter stated. Which would be the opposite of “disperse”?

    • Come together

    • Smile

    • Fly like a bird

    • Sing

    Correct Answer
    A. Come together
    Explanation
    The opposite of "disperse" is "come together" as it implies people gathering or congregating in one place instead of spreading out or scattering.

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  • 12. 

    If your plan fails, we’ll have to find someone who can devise a better one.

    • Design

    • Dislike

    • Appliance

    • To use peanut butter as toothpaste

    Correct Answer
    A. Design
    Explanation
    If the plan fails, the speaker is suggesting that they will need to find someone who can come up with a better plan. The word "design" in this context means to create or come up with a plan or solution.

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  • 13. 

    Put this medicine on your arm and rub it into your skin until it's invisible. It will inhibit the infection's attempt to spread. What does “inhibit” mean?

    • Live in a certain place

    • Block or slow down

    • Itch or burn

    • Help to do something

    Correct Answer
    A. Block or slow down
    Explanation
    The word "inhibit" means to block or slow down something. In this context, the medicine is expected to block or slow down the infection's attempt to spread when applied on the arm and rubbed into the skin until it becomes invisible.

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  • 14. 

    In 1975, Governor James promised to do something about the high taxes in our state. She didn’t present a tax cut bill to lawmakers until 1985. It took her a decade to keep her promise, but better late than never. How long is a decade?

    • 75 years

    • 85 years

    • A century

    • 10 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 10 years
    Explanation
    A decade refers to a period of 10 years. In this context, it took Governor James 10 years to fulfill her promise of presenting a tax cut bill to lawmakers.

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  • 15. 

    No word must ever leak out about this military action! It has to be a clandestine operation in order to succeed.  Which word is a synonym of "clandestine"?

    • Family

    • Useful

    • Dangerous

    • Secret

    Correct Answer
    A. Secret
    Explanation
    The word "clandestine" means something that is done secretly or in a concealed manner. Therefore, the synonym for "clandestine" is "secret".

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  • 16. 

      Our new alarm system will wake up the entire neighborhood if an intruder gets in the house. An intruder is someone who intrudes. To intrude is to _________.

    • Paint or repair old buildings

    • Wear ones shoes on the wrong feet

    • go where one is not wanted or doesn't belong

    • Be very noisy

    Correct Answer
    A. go where one is not wanted or doesn't belong
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "go where one is not wanted or doesn't belong". This is because an intruder is someone who enters a place without permission or without being wanted. To intrude means to go somewhere where one is not wanted or doesn't belong. This explanation aligns with the given statement that the alarm system will wake up the neighborhood if an intruder gets into the house, indicating that the intruder is going somewhere they are not wanted or don't belong.

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  • 17. 

    Fortunately, the dizzy spell was transient. He was able to continue playing within seconds and had no trouble winning the match. When you describe an event as “transient,” you are saying that __________.

    • It sounds like a train

    • It is quite harmful

    • It helps you win

    • It doesn't last long

    Correct Answer
    A. It doesn't last long
    Explanation
    The term "transient" means that something doesn't last long. In the given context, the person experienced a dizzy spell, but it quickly passed and didn't have a lasting impact. Therefore, the correct answer is "it doesn't last long."

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  • 18. 

    Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were frozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible. It got really cold last night. I'll just have to take his word for it. If a statement is plausible,  __________.

    • You must always believe it

    • You should never believe it

    • It's hard to understand because it makes no sense

    • It's believable enough to possibly be true

    Correct Answer
    A. It's believable enough to possibly be true
    Explanation
    When a statement is plausible, it means that it is believable enough to possibly be true.

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  • 19. 

    Your plan looks good. I hope it will really work. It’s time to implement it and see if it’s as brilliant as you claim.

    • Instrument

    • Take a part

    • Change

    • Carry out

    Correct Answer
    A. Carry out
    Explanation
    The phrase "carry out" means to execute or perform a plan or task. In this context, the speaker is expressing their hope that the plan will be implemented and tested to see if it is truly as good as claimed. The phrase implies that the plan will be put into action and followed through to completion.

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  • 20. 

    Friendship is a priceless thing. If Chris put a price, or conditions, on her friendship, it’s no longer priceless. In fact, it’s not real friendship at all! If something is priceless, __________.

    • It has a missing tag

    • It has no value

    • It has great value

    • It is made out of rice

    Correct Answer
    A. It has great value
    Explanation
    Friendship is described as "priceless" because it holds great value. This means that it cannot be measured or assigned a monetary worth. If something is described as "priceless," it means that it is highly valuable and cannot be replaced or replicated.

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