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    I had a very long train________

    • Journey
    • Flight
    • Train
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Have you been exploring for new and exciting ways to expand your vocabulary? A vocabulary is a group of words within a particular language. It refers to the words that someone knows. You can improve your vocabulary by playing word games. Reading is a terrific way to discover new words, as the story's context helps to explain their meaning. Check your knowledge of vocabulary with this quiz.

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  • 2. 

    Anna and Will went_________ but there wasn't much snow.

    • Skiing

    • Running

    • Kayaking

    Correct Answer
    A. Skiing
    Explanation
    Anna and Will went skiing but there wasn't much snow. This implies that they engaged in the activity of skiing, but unfortunately, there was a lack of snow.

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  • 3. 

    There's a new swimming________near our house.

    • Pool

    • Court

    • Pitch

    Correct Answer
    A. Pool
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "pool" because the sentence suggests that there is a new swimming facility near the speaker's house. A swimming pool is a common type of facility for swimming, making it the most appropriate choice among the options given.

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  • 4. 

    Meg loves________. She knows all the songs.

    • Comedy

    • Musical

    • Cartoons

    Correct Answer
    A. Musical
    Explanation
    Meg loves musicals because she knows all the songs. This implies that she has a deep appreciation and fondness for musicals, as she has taken the time to familiarize herself with the songs from various musical productions.

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  • 5. 

    I like_________DVDs at home.

    • Watch

    • Seeing

    • Watching

    Correct Answer
    A. Watching
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "watching". In this sentence, the verb "like" is followed by the gerund form of the verb, which is "watching". This indicates that the speaker enjoys the activity of watching DVDs at home. The other options, "watch" and "seeing", are not in the correct gerund form and do not fit grammatically in this sentence.

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  • 6. 

    ___________ School is  for children aged from 11 to 18.

    • Primary

    • Secondary

    • Nursery

    Correct Answer
    A. Secondary
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "secondary" because secondary school typically caters to students aged from 11 to 18. Primary school usually covers ages 5 to 11, while nursery school is for younger children before they start primary school. Therefore, "secondary" is the appropriate answer based on the age range specified in the question.

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  • 7. 

    It's a(n)___________ film about life on another planet.

    • Action

    • Western

    • Science-fiction

    Correct Answer
    A. Science-fiction
    Explanation
    This question is asking for the appropriate genre to describe a film about life on another planet. The correct answer is "science-fiction" because this genre typically involves imaginative and speculative elements, such as futuristic technology or extraterrestrial life, which aligns with the concept of a film about life on another planet.

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  • 8. 

    The plane took_____ an hour late.

    • Up

    • Off

    • Out

    Correct Answer
    A. Off
    Explanation
    The word "off" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to indicate the departure of a plane. In this context, "off" implies that the plane left the airport an hour later than scheduled.

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  • 9. 

    People eat chocolate eggs at

    • Halloween

    • Christmast

    • Easter

    Correct Answer
    A. Easter
    Explanation
    People eat chocolate eggs at Easter because it is a traditional practice that has been followed for centuries. Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and eggs are seen as a symbol of new life and rebirth. The tradition of giving and eating chocolate eggs during Easter has evolved over time and is now a popular custom in many cultures around the world.

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  • 10. 

    People send cards on_____________

    • Halloween

    • Bonfire night

    • Valentines day

    Correct Answer
    A. Valentines day
    Explanation
    On Valentine's Day, people send cards to express their love and affection towards their romantic partners, friends, and family members. It is a tradition to exchange Valentine's Day cards as a way of showing appreciation and affection. This day is celebrated worldwide on February 14th and is associated with love, romance, and heartfelt gestures. Therefore, the correct answer is Valentine's Day.

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  • 11. 

    The Simpsons is a popular_________.

    • Musical

    • Western

    • Cartoon

    Correct Answer
    A. Cartoon
    Explanation
    The correct answer is cartoon because The Simpsons is a well-known animated television show that follows the lives of the Simpson family. It is not a musical or a western, but rather a comedic cartoon that has gained popularity worldwide.

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  • 12. 

    Arabic is spoken in_________.

    • Chile

    • China

    • Morocco

    Correct Answer
    A. Morocco
    Explanation
    Arabic is spoken in Morocco.

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  • 13. 

    The people who work on a plane are called flight_________________.

    • Clerks

    • Attendants

    • Assistants

    Correct Answer
    A. Attendants
    Explanation
    The term "flight attendants" refers to the individuals who work on a plane. They are responsible for ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers during a flight. Flight attendants assist with tasks such as serving food and beverages, providing safety instructions, and attending to any passenger needs or emergencies. Therefore, "attendants" is the correct term to describe the people who work on a plane.

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  • 14. 

    Chiken tikka masala comes from_________.

    • Italy

    • The UK

    • India

    Correct Answer
    A. India
    Explanation
    Chiken tikka masala is a popular dish that originated in India. It is made with grilled chicken pieces marinated in spices and yogurt, cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce. The dish has its roots in the Indian subcontinent and is now enjoyed worldwide. Therefore, the correct answer is India.

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  • 15. 

    I can't stand jazz means you________jazz.

    • Hate

    • Love

    • Play

    Correct Answer
    A. Hate
    Explanation
    The phrase "I can't stand jazz" implies a strong dislike or aversion towards jazz music. Therefore, the correct answer is "hate," as it accurately reflects the negative sentiment expressed towards jazz in the given statement.

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  • 16. 

    We________ a car from the airport for a week

    • Lifted

    • Hired

    • Bought

    Correct Answer
    A. Hired
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "hired" because when we need to temporarily use a car, we typically rent or hire it. The word "hired" implies that we are borrowing or renting the car for a specific period of time, in this case, a week.

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  • 17. 

    You use a shuttle clock and not a ball in___________.

    • Badminton

    • Running

    • Tennis

    Correct Answer
    A. Badminton
    Explanation
    In badminton, a shuttlecock is used instead of a ball. A shuttlecock is a small projectile with an open conical shape, consisting of a cork base and feathers attached to it. It is designed to have a stable and predictable flight path when hit by the players' racquets. The use of a shuttlecock instead of a ball allows for the unique gameplay and techniques specific to badminton, such as smashes, drops, and net shots.

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  • 18. 

    I_________ swimming every Saturday.

    • Went

    • Do

    • Go

    Correct Answer
    A. Go
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "go" because it is the present simple form of the verb "to go" and matches the subject "I" in the sentence. The sentence is expressing a habitual action that occurs every Saturday, so the present simple tense is appropriate.

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  • 19. 

    Your passport is___________ at customs.

    • Check-in

    • Checked

    • Controlled

    Correct Answer
    A. Checked
    Explanation
    In this context, the word "checked" is the correct answer because when you arrive at customs, your passport is inspected or examined to verify its authenticity and ensure that you are allowed to enter the country. The word "check-in" refers to the process of registering or confirming your presence for a flight or hotel reservation, which is not relevant to this situation. The word "controlled" implies a more active role in managing or regulating the passport, which is not accurate in this scenario.

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  • 20. 

    Most of nationality adjectives in South America end in________.

    • -ese

    • -an

    • -ish

    Correct Answer
    A. -an
    Explanation
    Most nationality adjectives in South America end in "-an". This is because many countries in South America have names that end in "-a", such as Argentina, Colombia, and Venezuela. To form the nationality adjective, the "-a" is replaced with "-an". For example, someone from Argentina is called an Argentinean, someone from Colombia is called a Colombian, and someone from Venezuela is called a Venezuelan. Therefore, "-an" is the correct ending for most nationality adjectives in South America.

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