Sentence Completion Trivia Quiz

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The Sentence Completion Trivia Quiz assesses understanding and application of English vocabulary in context. It challenges participants to fill in blanks within sentences, testing their grasp of words and phrases. Ideal for enhancing vocabulary skills.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    The revolution in art has not lost its steam; it still _____ on as fiercely as ever.

    • A.

      Trudges

    • B.

      Rages

    • C.

      Meanders

    • D.

      Edges

    Correct Answer
    B. Rages
    Explanation
    The word "rages" suggests a strong and intense continuation of the revolution in art. It implies that the revolution is still active and powerful, showing no signs of slowing down or losing momentum. This word conveys a sense of passion, energy, and determination, indicating that the revolution in art is still making a significant impact and pushing boundaries.

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  • 2. 

    ______ by nature, Jones spoke very little even to his own family

    • A.

      Garrulous

    • B.

      Equivocal

    • C.

      Taciturn

    • D.

      Gregarious

    Correct Answer
    C. Taciturn
    Explanation
    Jones is described as speaking very little, even to his own family. This suggests that he is not talkative or expressive in his communication. The word "taciturn" means being reserved or inclined to silence, which aligns with Jones' behavior. Therefore, "taciturn" is the most appropriate word to describe Jones based on the given information.

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  • 3. 

    The peasants were the least _____ of all people, bound by traditions and _____ by superstitions

    • A.

      Free----fettered

    • B.

      Enthralled-----rejected

    • C.

      Pinioned-----limited

    • D.

      Enfranchised-----rejected

    Correct Answer
    A. Free----fettered
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "free----fettered." This answer indicates that the peasants were the least free of all people, as they were bound by traditions and fettered by superstitions. The word "fettered" means to be restrained or restricted, emphasizing the lack of freedom the peasants experienced.

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  • 4. 

    The conclusion of his argument, while _____, is far from _____.

    • A.

      Stimulating----interesting

    • B.

      Worthwhile-----valueless

    • C.

      Germane-----relevent

    • D.

      Abstruse-----incomprehensible

    Correct Answer
    D. Abstruse-----incomprehensible
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "abstruse-----incomprehensible". In this context, "abstruse" means difficult to understand or comprehend, while "incomprehensible" means not able to be understood. Therefore, the conclusion of the argument is difficult to understand and far from being able to be comprehended.

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  • 5. 

    The formerly _____ waters of the lake have polluted so that the fish are no longer visible from the surface.

    • A.

      Muddy

    • B.

      Pellucid

    • C.

      Rancid

    • D.

      Stagnant

    Correct Answer
    B. Pellucid
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "pellucid" because it means clear or transparent. The sentence states that the waters of the lake have become polluted, which implies that they have become dirty or murky. Therefore, the fish are no longer visible from the surface.

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