Vocabulary Multiple-Choice Questions

What does "govern" mean in the sentence below? The rules are designed to govern the behavior of employees in the company.

• Supervise

• Ignore

• Disrupt

• Conceal

Which is the synonym of "regulate" in the sentence? The government implemented new policies to regulate the flow of goods across borders.

• Control

• Remove

• Disorganize

• Dismantle

What is the opposite of "chain" in the sentence below? The prisoner was freed from the chain around his ankle.

• Bind

• Release

• Fasten

• Secure

What does "intensive farming" refer to? Intensive farming often leads to soil depletion.

• Farming that uses minimal resources

• Farming that uses large amounts of resources

• Farming in urban areas

• Farming for leisure purposes

What does "phenomenon" mean in the sentence? The northern lights are a natural phenomenon.

• Rule

• Event

• Obstacle

• Theory

Which word is a synonym for "roughly"? The new project will cost roughly $10,000.

• Exactly

• Approximately

• Firmly

• Rigidly

What is the meaning of "cling to" in the sentence below? She continued to cling to her beliefs despite criticism.

• Let go of

• Hold tightly to

• Avoid

• Disregard

Which of the following is closest in meaning to "density"? The density of the city's population makes public transport crucial.

• Thickness

• Scarcity

• Openness

• Weight

What is the meaning of "sufficient"? The water supply is sufficient for the entire village.

• Inadequate

• Excessive

• Enough

• Scarce

What does "shed light on" mean? The scientist's research sheds light on the mystery of black holes.

• Illuminates

• Hides

• Disregards

• Creates