Word Meaning and Context Quiz

What does the word "guidebook" mean in the context of a travel guide?

• A book that provides information about a place

• A book that tells a fictional story

• A book that contains recipes

• A book that lists phone numbers

In the sentence "The shrieks of the children could be heard from the playground," what does "shrieks" mean?

• Whispers

• Loud cries

• Laughter

• Silence

What is the meaning of "den" in the context of a lion's habitat?

• A type of food

• A resting place

• A hunting tool

• A water source

In the sentence "The detective was tracking the suspect," what does "tracking" mean?

• Ignoring

• Following

• Leading

• Forgetting

What does "stowaways" mean in the context of people hiding on a ship?

• Passengers with tickets

• People hiding without permission

• Crew members

• Tourists

In the sentence "The professor gave a lecture on history," what does "lecture" mean?

• A casual conversation

• A formal talk

• A written essay

• A group discussion

What does "mutant" mean in the context of a creature with unusual features?

• A normal animal

• A creature with changes

• A plant

• A type of food

In the sentence "The bird's song was distinctive," what does "distinctive" mean?

• Common

• Unique

• Quiet

• Unpleasant

What does "eliminate" mean in the context of removing something?

• Add

• Keep

• Remove

• Hide

In the sentence "The candidates for the job were interviewed," what does "candidates" mean?

• Employees

• Applicants

• Managers

• Customers