Understanding Vocabulary Through Context

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the word "sustain" as used in the sentence: "I am amazed that Jeff can sustain his family on the tiny amount of money he makes"?

• To destroy

• To support for an extended period of time

• To ignore

• To criticize

Identify the root words in "abstain" and explain their contribution to the word's meaning.

• "ab" meaning "toward" and "stain" meaning "mark"

• "ab" meaning "away from" and "tenere" meaning "to hold"

• "ab" meaning "above" and "stain" meaning "color"

• "ab" meaning "below" and "tenere" meaning "to release"

Which of the following is an antonym for "abstain"?

• Refrain

• Indulge

• Avoid

• Resist

Analyze the word "tenacious" and determine which of the following sentences best illustrates its meaning.

• The tenacious student gave up easily when faced with a difficult problem.

• The tenacious athlete trained every day, despite the challenges.

• The tenacious cat slept all day in the sun.

• The tenacious plant wilted quickly without water.

What is the synonym for "retinue" as used in the context of the sentence: "Queen Elizabeth I always had a large retinue of ladies-in-waiting around her"?

• Solitude

• Entourage

• Isolation

• Loneliness

Evaluate the word "replete" and choose the sentence that correctly uses the word.

• The empty basket was replete with fruits.

• The replete library had no books on its shelves.

• The replete pantry was stocked with all kinds of snacks.

• The replete room was devoid of furniture.

Which of the following is an antonym for "replete"?

• Full

• Emptied

• Overflowing

• Packed

Determine the meaning of the word "implement" in the context of the sentence: "The manager decided to implement the new policy immediately."

• To ignore

• To put into action

• To delay

• To question

Using your understanding of the word "implement," which of the following scenarios best demonstrates its application?

• The teacher decided to implement a new seating chart to improve classroom behavior.

• The chef implemented the recipe by ignoring the instructions.

• The coach implemented the game plan by canceling practice.

• The artist implemented the design by leaving the canvas blank.

Which of the following words shares a root with "tenacious" and involves holding or keeping something?

• Retain

• Release

• Relinquish

• Remove