Lesson Seven: Expanding Vocabulary: Word Parts and Reference Resources

Question 1

Based on the list of word parts, what is the best definition of the word irrepressible?

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“unable to be held back”

Question 2

For each sentence, choose the word that best replaces the underlined word or phrase.

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✔ contemplated; Martina never entertained the idea of traveling.: contemplated; Jada entertained his son with toys and songs for hours on end.: delighted; The kids were not enthralled with Morty the Magician’s act.: bored

Question 3

diverted✔ boredexhausted

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✔ bored

Question 4

Review the words, their parts of speech, and their definitions. Which sentences use the underlined word correctly? Check all that apply.

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I must cite the research I used in my essay.; The thief returned to the site of the crime.; We caught sight of a whale off the coast.

Question 5

Review the meanings of current on the left. Which sentences use meaning 2, "flow of electrical energy”? Check all that apply.

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Jay turned off the current before taking apart the outlet.; The current from the overhead wire caused sparks to fly.

Question 6

Which sentence uses the underlined word correctly?

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Our Constitution is based on certain principles.

Question 7

Jada entertained his son with toys and songs for hours on end.

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delighted

Question 8

For each sentence, choose the word that best replaces the underlined word or phrase.

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Martina never entertained the idea of traveling.: contemplated; Jada entertained his son with toys and songs for hours on end.: delighted; The kids were not enthralled with Morty the Magician’s act.: bored

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