Mastering Multiple Meaning Words

Imagine you're on an adventure in a dense forest, and suddenly, the rough bark of a tree scrapes your arm. What does 'bark' refer to in this thrilling scenario?

• The sound a dog makes

• The outer covering of a tree

• To shout loudly

• A small boat

Answer explanation

In this scenario, 'bark' refers to the outer covering of a tree, which can be rough and can scrape your arm in a dense forest.

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Imagine you're in a meeting where the team decides to 'address' the issue head-on. What does 'address' mean in this professional context?

• To jot down the points of discussion for future reference

• To bravely speak to the stakeholders

• To focus all efforts on solving the critical problem

• A grand presentation before the project deadline

Answer explanation

In this professional context, 'address' means to focus all efforts on solving the critical problem, making it the correct answer.

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During a baseball game, when the commentator said: She picked up the bat and hit the ball, what does "bat" refer to in this context?

• An adorable night creature

• A cool tool used in sports to hit balls

• To blink super fast, like a superhero

• A super strong punch or hit

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'A cool tool used in sports to hit balls' because in the context of a baseball game, the term 'bat' refers to the equipment used by the player to hit the ball.

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Imagine you're a chef about to prepare a delicious meal. You reach for the salt and pepper to season your dish. In this culinary context, what does "season" mean?

• It's one of the four divisions of the year, right?

• Does it mean to make something suitable for use?

• Or is it to sprinkle some magic and add flavor to the food?

• Perhaps it's a period of the year known for its specific climate condition?

Answer explanation

The correct choice is to sprinkle some magic and add flavor to the food, which is the culinary meaning of 'season.'

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Imagine you're a pirate in the middle of the ocean, and you notice the current is strong, making it difficult to navigate your ship. What does "current" refer to in this adventurous scenario?

• The flow of electricity

• A moment in time

• The movement of the ocean's water

• Being up to date with the latest pirate trends

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'The movement of the ocean's water' because in the context of a pirate navigating a ship, 'current' refers to the flow of water in the ocean.

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Imagine you're in a chilly place, shivering and shaking, and someone says, "He could not bear the cold." What does "bear" mean here?

• A large mammal

• To carry

• To endure

• To give birth to

Answer explanation

The word 'bear' in this context means to endure, or to tolerate. It refers to the ability to withstand or cope with the cold.

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Imagine you're zooming down the highway, wind in your hair, music blasting, and then...whoops! A ticket for speeding lands in your lap. What exactly is this 'fine' they're talking about?

• Of high quality

• Very thin or narrow

• A sum of money required as a penalty

• In good health and feeling well

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'A sum of money required as a penalty' because a fine is a monetary penalty for breaking a law or rule, such as speeding.

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Imagine you're in a photography studio and the photographer says, "The light in the room was too bright." What could "light" possibly mean in this context?

• Not heavy

• Visually bright or illuminated

• Of little importance

• A source of illumination

Answer explanation

In this context, 'light' refers to a source of illumination, so the correct choice is 'A source of illumination.'

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Imagine you're on a treasure hunt for the perfect pair of socks. You finally find one that fits just right! What does "match" mean in this exciting context?

• A thrilling game or contest

• A partner in crime with equal cunning

• A magical stick that lights up adventures

• The ultimate treasure that corresponds exactly to your quest

Answer explanation

In this context, 'match' refers to the ultimate treasure that corresponds exactly to your quest, which in this case, is the perfect pair of socks.

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Guess what? The bank is closing at 5 PM today! But wait, which 'bank' are we talking about here?

• The side of a river where we can have a picnic

• A place where money sleeps at night

• Something you can count on, like a good friend

• A line of objects, maybe ducks in a row?

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'A place where money sleeps at night' because the question is referring to the closing time of a financial institution, not a riverbank, a reliable friend, or a line of objects.

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