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Question 2

Fill in the letter of the definition that matches best. Use each letter only once.

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Question 3

Use the meanings of the prefixes, roots, and suffixes you have studied, as well as, the
context to select the correct word to complete each sentence.

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Question 4

Use the meanings of the prefixes, roots, and suffixes you have studied, as well as, the
context to select the correct word to complete each sentence.

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Question 5

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-We have a plethora of food, so please take some home.

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The word "plethora" means an excess or abundance, so the phrase "we have a plethora of food" indicates that there is a surplus of food.

Question 6

Choose the dictionary meaning that best matches the use of the words in italics
-She walked proudly through her many challenges in life.

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The phrase "walked proudly" is an idiom meaning to behave or conduct oneself in a certain way, particularly with confidence and dignity, rather than literally referring to walking.

Question 7

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-Although there had been many hints that he would win first place, he was completely stupefied when it happened.

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The phrase "completely stupefied" suggests a state of shock or disbelief, which aligns with the definition of "surprised."

Question 8

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-A laissez faire policy prevents the government from interference in economic decisions.

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The term "laissez faire" means "let do" or "let it be" in French, and refers to an economic and political philosophy that advocates for minimal government intervention and allows the economy to operate on its own. Therefore, option C, "allowing the economy to direct itself," is the best choice.

Question 9

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-It's unfair that some people are very lucky, but others don't even get a modicum of luck.

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The phrase "don't even get a modicum of luck" implies that some people are not fortunate at all, and just get a little bit of luck, making "little bit" the best choice.

Question 10

Fill in the letter of the word that best fits in each sentence. Use each letter only once.

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Question 11

Choose the dictionary meaning that best matches the use of the words in italics
-This year, the national holiday will fall on a Wednesday.

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"Fall" in this context means to occur or happen at a particular time.

Question 12

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-Expensive rugs, valuable antiques, and original artwork showed the opulence of the palace.

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The use of words such as "expensive," "valuable," and "original" suggest a sense of richness or lavishness in the items within the palace.

Question 13

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-Everyone heard the guffaw he made when he heard the speaker's joke.

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The word "guffaw" suggests a loud and boisterous laugh, which is also reinforced by the context of the sentence where it says "when he heard the speaker's joke".

Question 14

Fill in the letter of the word that best fits in each sentence. Use each letter only once.

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Question 15

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-He is known to be laconic, and rarely talks unless you ask him a question.

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The context clues in the sentence indicate that the person being described is someone who doesn't talk much unless prompted to do so. "Laconic" means using very few words, so "quiet" is the most appropriate choice.

Question 16

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics.
-The bitter hatred in the room filled the atmosphere with acrimony.

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The context clues suggest that there is a strong feeling of hostility or anger in the room, which is described as "bitter hatred." Acrimony is a synonym for hostility or animosity, so it can be inferred that the word is being used to describe the same feeling in the atmosphere.

Quiz 2: Using World of Essential College Vocabulary Book 2

Fill in the letter of the definition that matches best. Use each letter only once.

Use the meanings of the prefixes, roots, and suffixes you have studied, as well as, the context to select the correct word to complete each sentence.

Use the meanings of the prefixes, roots, and suffixes you have studied, as well as, the context to select the correct word to complete each sentence.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -We have a plethora of food, so please take some home.

Choose the dictionary meaning that best matches the use of the words in italics -She walked proudly through her many challenges in life.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -Although there had been many hints that he would win first place, he was completely stupefied when it happened.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -A laissez faire policy prevents the government from interference in economic decisions.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -It's unfair that some people are very lucky, but others don't even get a modicum of luck.

Fill in the letter of the word that best fits in each sentence. Use each letter only once.

Choose the dictionary meaning that best matches the use of the words in italics -This year, the national holiday will fall on a Wednesday.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -Expensive rugs, valuable antiques, and original artwork showed the opulence of the palace.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -Everyone heard the guffaw he made when he heard the speaker's joke.

Fill in the letter of the word that best fits in each sentence. Use each letter only once.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -He is known to be laconic, and rarely talks unless you ask him a question.

Using context clues, choose the best meaning for the words in italics. -The bitter hatred in the room filled the atmosphere with acrimony.