CIS Quiz - Honors English 8 - Cheatwood Rocks!
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The word root this week is CIS, which means "cut".
Questions and Answers
- 1.
- A.
A dental journal
- B.
A stray dog unable to eat
- C.
A jungle cat suffering in captivity
- D.
Your great-aunt's dentures
Correct Answer
C. A jungle cat suffering in captivityExplanation
The term "incisor" refers to a type of tooth found in mammals, including humans. It is specifically used to describe the front teeth in the upper and lower jaws. In this context, "incisor" would not apply to a jungle cat suffering in captivity because it is not related to dental or oral health. The other options, such as a dental journal, a stray dog unable to eat, and your great-aunt's dentures, all involve dental or oral health in some way and would be applicable to the term "incisor".Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which description would "concise" NOT apply to?
- A.
A conversation
- B.
A set of instructions
- C.
An explanation
- D.
Eating dinner
Correct Answer
D. Eating dinnerExplanation
The word "concise" means expressing a lot of information in a clear and efficient way. When it comes to a conversation, set of instructions, and an explanation, being concise is important as it helps convey information effectively. However, when it comes to eating dinner, being concise does not apply as it is not about expressing information but rather about enjoying a meal and taking the time to savor the food.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which term is NOT a synonym for concise?
- A.
Repetitive
- B.
Compact
- C.
Brief
- D.
Succinct
Correct Answer
A. RepetitiveExplanation
The term "repetitive" is not a synonym for concise because it means something that is repeated or done over and over again, while concise means expressing a lot in few words. Therefore, repetitive and concise have opposite meanings and cannot be considered synonyms.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Accuracy is a good definition for which word?
- A.
Concise
- B.
Precision
- C.
Excise
- D.
Decisive
Correct Answer
B. PrecisionExplanation
Precision is the correct answer because accuracy refers to the level of correctness or exactness, which aligns with the meaning of precision. Concise means brief and to the point, excise means to remove or cut out, and decisive means settling an issue or producing a definite result, none of which are synonymous with accuracy. Therefore, precision is the most suitable word that defines accuracy.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Choose the correct word to fill in the blank:Not much __________ is required to shovel ice cream into one's mouth.
- A.
Concise
- B.
Decision
- C.
Precision
- D.
Excision
Correct Answer
C. PrecisionExplanation
The word "precision" fits best in the given sentence because it means accuracy or exactness. In the context of shoveling ice cream into one's mouth, it implies that very little accuracy or carefulness is needed. The other options, such as "concise," "decision," and "excision," do not convey the same meaning or fit well in the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Choose the correct word to fill in the blank:I have a ____________ explanation for what I was doing in the back of the classroom.
- A.
Decisive
- B.
Excise
- C.
Incise
- D.
Concise
Correct Answer
D. ConciseExplanation
The word "concise" fits best in the blank because it means to express something in a clear and brief manner. In this context, the speaker is stating that they have a clear and brief explanation for their actions in the back of the classroom. The other options, "decisive," "excise," and "incise," do not convey the same meaning of being clear and brief.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Choose the correct word to fill in the blank:Chocolate chip cookie dough or sugar cookie dough, I was not _____________ as to the flavor I was going to choose.
- A.
Decisive
- B.
Precise
- C.
Incise
- D.
Excise
Correct Answer
A. DecisiveExplanation
The word "decisive" is the correct answer because it means being able to make decisions quickly and confidently. In the given sentence, the speaker is expressing their uncertainty about which flavor of cookie dough to choose, indicating a lack of decisiveness. The other options, "precise," "incise," and "excise," do not fit the context or convey the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The best synonym for excise would be . . .
- A.
Carve
- B.
Chisel
- C.
Amputate
- D.
Etch
Correct Answer
C. AmputateExplanation
The word "excise" refers to the act of removing or cutting out, typically in reference to removing something from a larger whole. The word "amputate" also means to remove or cut off, usually in the context of removing a body part, such as a limb. Therefore, "amputate" is the best synonym for "excise" as both words convey the idea of cutting or removing something.Rate this question:
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- 9.
An excellent antonym for decisive would be . . .
- A.
Absolute
- B.
Conditional
- C.
Resolute
- D.
Significant
Correct Answer
B. ConditionalExplanation
The word "decisive" refers to making decisions quickly and with confidence. An antonym for this would be "conditional," which suggests that decisions are made based on certain conditions or requirements.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Choose the correct word to fill in the blank:A sensitive ___________ can make eating miserable.
- A.
Incisor
- B.
Concise
- C.
Precision
- D.
Excision
Correct Answer
A. IncisorExplanation
A sensitive incisor can make eating miserable. An incisor is a type of tooth located in the front of the mouth, used for cutting and biting food. If an incisor is sensitive, it can cause pain and discomfort while eating, making the experience miserable. Therefore, the correct word to fill in the blank is "incisor".Rate this question:
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