Choosing Vocabulary Answers

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An advertisement for a video game would most likely use what type of language?

A
formal
B
informal
C
jargon
D
academic
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Read the paragraph.To conserve fuel and save lives, the national speed limit of 55 miles per hour should be restored. Gas prices are very high right now, so going slower would help to save money for many drivers. Also, there are too many deaths on the freeways. If drivers slowed down, fewer deaths would occur. What is the writer trying to accomplish in this paragraph?

A
persuade drivers to drive less
B
persuade drivers to slow down
C
inform drivers of high gas prices
D
inform drivers of death rates on the freeways
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Which word has the most negative connotation?

A
stingy
B
thrifty
C
frugal
D
prudent
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Read the sentence.I grimaced as I walked into my apartment and recognized the familiar smell of my roommate’s cooking. Which of the following is the connotation of the word “smell” in this sentence?

A
aroma
B
stench
C
scent
D
fragrance
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Read the definition.egomania: excessive preoccupation with oneselfWhat is the root word in egomania?

A
eg
B
ego
C
man
D
mania
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How is a root word used to understand a text?

A
It reveals the style of the writer.
B
It alerts the reader that a technical term is being used.
C
It gives the reader an understanding of the writer’s tone.
D
It provides the foundation for a word’s meaning.
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Read the passage.Novels, poetry, and drama are all genres, or types, of literature. These genres can reveal important insights about human nature, as well as protest injustices in the world or make social criticisms. The authors of literary pieces use characters, setting, and plot to analyze themes such as love, maturity, and death. The author’s use of vocabulary in this passage helps to

A
persuade the reader to write
B
inform the reader about
C
criticize the elements of
D
express feelings or attitudes about
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Which sentence most strongly develops a positive tone?

A
I was happy when I received my first paycheck for my hard work.
B
Winter break is approaching quickly, and I cannot wait to go shopping for gifts.
C
Going to the beach is one of my favorite activities; I love surfing and paddle boarding.
D
A sense of accomplishment overwhelmed me as I stepped onto the stage that sunny, glorious day of graduation.
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Read the paragraph. When programming a universal remote, it is important to follow the step-by-step instructions. If the instructions are not followed, the remote will not program properly. Once all of the steps are followed appropriately, the remote will work, and the user will be grateful that the gadget was purchased. What is the writer trying to accomplish in this paragraph?

A
persuade consumers to purchase a universal remote
B
inform consumers of the differences between standard and universal remotes
C
inform consumers how to program their universal remotes
D
persuade consumers to abide by the universal remote’s instructions
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Read the letter.To Whom It May Concern:Thank you for giving me the opportunity to interview with your company today. I enjoyed the meeting thoroughly, and I look forward to hearing from you. I know that I would contribute positively to the company as a whole. Sincerely,John C. OwensWhich type of language is used in this letter?

A
formal
B
informal
C
comedic
D
jargon
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Which sentence most strongly develops a negative tone?

A
Unfortunately, the county fair has been canceled.
B
I despise the fact that John is never on time when we have an appointment.
C
I do not like cheese because I think it smells strange.
D
Rainy days make me upset because I am not able to go outside and hike.
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Read the passage.Novels, poetry, and drama are all genres, or types, of literature. These genres can reveal important insights about human nature, as well as protest injustices in the world or make social criticisms. The authors of literary pieces use characters, setting, and plot to analyze themes such as love, maturity, and death. Which audience would this passage be most appropriate for?

A
teachers who are accustomed to informal English
B
students who are familiar with vocabulary definitions
C
students who are familiar with literary jargon
D
teachers who are accustomed to persuasive language
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Read the definition.conclusion: the last partWhat is the root word of conclusion?

A
con
B
clusion
C
clus
D
sion
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Read the sentence.The coded log book proved decipherable with the help of a few simple equations.Based on the suffix, -able, what does the word “decipherable” mean?

A
able to be seen
B
able to be counted
C
able to be understood
D
able to be discussed
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Read the sentence. The malnourished young woman hardly touched her dinner. Instead, she looked at her food as though it annoyed her to eat, and it made us all feel very uncomfortable. Which word best contributes to the negative tone of this sentence?

A
malnourished
B
hardly
C
annoyed
D
uncomfortable
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Read the sentence.As the boy grew to be a teenager, he became more defiant with his mother. Based on the suffix, -ant, what does the word “defiant” mean?

A
The boy got along better with his mother.
B
The boy began to disobey his mother.
C
The boy started to ignore his mother.
D
The boy wanted to spend more time with his mother.
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What is the definition of a word called?

A
its style
B
its tone
C
its denotation
D
its connotation

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