Advanced Word Formation (Demo)

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Questions: 10 | Attempts: 91 | Updated: Mar 20, 2023

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Please ___________ our letter of the 14^th. We have not had a reply. ( KNOW)
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The 'Advanced Word Formation (Demo)' quiz assesses the ability to transform basic words into more complex forms, crucial for effective communication in English. It enhances See morevocabulary skills by focusing on practical applications in sentences.

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2.

I’m applying for _____________ of the tennis club. ( MEMBER)

Explanation
The given correct answer for this question is "membership" because the sentence is asking for the position or role that the person is applying for in the tennis club. In this context, "membership" refers to the status or position of being a member of the club.

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Bill was given a medal in _____________ of his services. ( RECOGNIZE)

Explanation
Bill was given a medal in recognition of his services. This means that the medal was awarded to Bill as a form of acknowledgment or appreciation for his contributions or achievements. The word "recognition" implies that Bill's efforts were noticed and valued, leading to the honor of receiving a medal.

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Sam was accused of stealing some ______ documents from the safe. (CONFIDENCE)

Explanation
The correct answer is "confidential" because it is the adjective form of the noun "confidence." The sentence suggests that Sam was accused of stealing documents that were meant to be kept secret or private.

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I thought the test was _____________ easy, actually. ( COMPARE)

Explanation
The word "comparatively" is the correct answer because it is used to compare the speaker's initial expectation of the test being easy with their actual perception of it. It suggests that the test was not as easy as they initially thought, indicating a comparison between their expectation and reality.

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What are the entry ______________ at this university? ( REQUIRE)

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The correct answer for this question is "requirements" because the word "require" is given as a clue in the question. The question is asking about the entry requirements at the university, which refers to the qualifications or criteria that students need to meet in order to be admitted or accepted into the university.

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Dave isn’t really a friend, only an _____________. (ACQUAINT)

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The given correct answer for the question is "acquaintance." This word is used to describe someone who is known, but not a close or intimate friend. It implies that Dave is not a true friend, but rather someone who is familiar with or has some level of interaction with the speaker.

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He ____________ this morning and was late for school.( SLEEP)

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The correct answer is "overslept". This means that the person slept for longer than intended and as a result, they were late for school.

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I was so angry that I was absolutely ____________. ( SPEECH)

Explanation
The word "speechless" means unable to speak due to strong emotions or astonishment. In this context, the person is so angry that they are unable to find words to express their anger. They are completely overwhelmed by their emotions, rendering them speechless.

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I am afraid that your report is full of ____________. ( ACCURATE)

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The given correct answer for this question is "inaccuracies". This word is used to describe the report as being full of mistakes, errors, or incorrect information. It implies that the report lacks accuracy and reliability.

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