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    When would a prognosis be given?

    • After a disease diagnosis
    • During an operatic performance
    • After a horse race
    • During a guided meditation
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By the Associated Press
Organizers of the Scripps National Spelling Bee on Tuesday announced a major change to the format, adding multiple-choice vocabulary tests to the annual competition that crowns the English language's spelling champ. Bee Executive Director Paige Kimble said the changes help reinforce the purpose of the bee — which is to encourage students to broaden their knowledge of the English language. The changes also make it easier to nail down the nine to 12 competitors who make it to the final round, which will look the same as it has for years to primetime TV viewers, with spellers taking turns until only the champion has avoided the familiar doomsday bell. Here is a sample of some of the questions the competitors may face:

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  • 2. 

    Nomenclature has to do with:

    • Religious ceremonies

    • Names

    • Bones

    • Folk superstitions

    Correct Answer
    A. Names
    Explanation
    Nomenclature refers to the system or process of naming things. It involves assigning names to objects, organisms, or concepts in order to classify and identify them. It is a method used in various fields such as science, literature, and linguistics. Therefore, the correct answer is "names."

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  • 3. 

    Something described as punitive is:

    • Whiny

    • Punishing

    • Commonly accepted

    • Acting as a shrinking agent

    Correct Answer
    A. Punishing
    Explanation
    The word "punitive" is an adjective that describes something related to punishment or intended to punish. It implies a sense of retribution or penalty for wrongdoing. This word is often used to describe actions, policies, or measures that are meant to inflict punishment or serve as a deterrent. Therefore, in the given options, "punishing" is the best fit for the meaning of "punitive."

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  • 4. 

    Something described as volatile is:

    • Illegal

    • Impressive

    • Explosive

    • Calming

    Correct Answer
    A. Explosive
    Explanation
    When something is described as "volatile," it means that it is likely to change rapidly and unpredictably, often in a violent or explosive manner. This term is commonly used to describe substances or situations that have the potential to explode or cause a sudden and intense release of energy. It is important to handle volatile substances with caution and take necessary precautions to prevent accidents or harm. Therefore, the correct answer is "explosive."

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  • 5. 

    Which of these is an example of onomatopoeia?

    • Chrome

    • Novella

    • Haiku

    • Buzz

    Correct Answer
    A. Buzz
    Explanation
    Onomatopoeia refers to words that imitate or suggest the sound they describe. "Buzz" is an example of onomatopoeia as it imitates the sound of a buzzing insect or a vibrating object.

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  • 6. 

    What is the purpose of defibrillation?

    • Removing fibrous matter from vegetables

    • Removing bodily hair

    • Restoring the rhythm of the heart

    • Reducing a fever using medication

    Correct Answer
    A. Restoring the rhythm of the heart
    Explanation
    Defibrillation is the process of delivering an electric shock to the heart in order to restore its normal rhythm. When the heart experiences a life-threatening arrhythmia, such as ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia, defibrillation is used to interrupt the abnormal electrical activity and allow the heart to reset itself. This procedure is crucial in emergency situations, such as cardiac arrest, as it can potentially save a person's life by restoring the heart's normal pumping function.

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  • 7. 

    What does it mean to be intestate?

    • Be under strenuous circumstances

    • Be without a valid will

    • Be in the middle of a test in school

    • Be in possession of a large amount of money

    Correct Answer
    A. Be without a valid will
    Explanation
    To be intestate means to be without a valid will. This means that a person has passed away without leaving any instructions or legal document regarding the distribution of their assets and belongings. In such cases, the laws of intestacy are applied to determine how the deceased person's estate will be divided among their heirs.

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  • 8. 

    Something described as corrigible is:

    • Correctable

    • Rigid

    • Unmanageable

    • Filled with air

    Correct Answer
    A. Correctable
    Explanation
    Corrigible means capable of being corrected or improved. It implies that something has the potential to be fixed or rectified. Therefore, the correct answer is "correctable."

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  • 9. 

    Where would a campestral scene take place?

    • In the country

    • In a city

    • At the beach

    • In a warehouse

    Correct Answer
    A. In the country
    Explanation
    A campestral scene would take place in the country. This is because the term "campestral" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of the countryside or rural areas. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that a campestral scene would occur in a rural or countryside setting, away from urban or city environments, beaches, or warehouses.

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    What does it mean to appertain?

    • Assume the character or appearance of

    • Belong either as something appropriate or as an attribute

    • Distress severely so as to cause continued suffering

    • Be guilty of

    Correct Answer
    A. Belong either as something appropriate or as an attribute
    Explanation
    To appertain means to belong either as something appropriate or as an attribute. This means that something is related or connected to another thing in a way that is suitable or relevant. It can refer to being a part or component of something, or being associated with a particular quality or characteristic.

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