Wordly Wise #8

What is the definition of the word "accompany"?

• To leave someone alone

• To go somewhere with someone

• To argue with someone

• To ignore someone

Answer explanation

The word 'accompany' means to go somewhere with someone, which aligns with the correct answer choice. The other options do not reflect the meaning of 'accompany'.

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

Which of the following is a synonym for "beneficial"?

• Harmful

• Helpful

• Useless

• Dangerous

Answer explanation

The word "beneficial" means something that is advantageous or helpful. Among the options, "helpful" is the only synonym, as it also implies providing assistance or support, while the others indicate negative or neutral meanings.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

What is an antonym for "captive"?

• Free

• Trapped

• Confined

• Enclosed

Answer explanation

The word 'captive' refers to someone who is held or confined against their will. The antonym 'free' indicates a state of being unrestricted or not held, making it the correct choice. The other options imply confinement.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Choose the word that best completes the analogy: Convenient is to easy as:

• Difficult is to hard

• Light is to heavy

• Fast is to slow

• Cold is to hot

Answer explanation

The analogy compares synonyms. 'Convenient' and 'easy' are similar in meaning, just as 'difficult' and 'hard' are. The other options represent antonyms or unrelated pairs, making 'Difficult is to hard' the best choice.

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CCSS.L.6.5B

CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Which sentence uses the word "convenient" correctly?

• The convenient was too small for the party.

• It was convenient to have a store nearby.

• She felt convenient after the long run.

• The convenient of the book was interesting.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'It was convenient to have a store nearby.' Here, 'convenient' is used properly to describe the ease of having a store close by, while the other options misuse the word.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of "expanse"?

• A small, confined space

• A wide, open area

• A narrow path

• A closed room

Answer explanation

The term "expanse" refers to a large, open area, making "A wide, open area" the correct choice. The other options describe confined or narrow spaces, which do not align with the definition of expanse.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which of the following words is a synonym for "expedition"?

• Journey

• Rest

• Delay

• Stop

Answer explanation

The word 'expedition' refers to a journey undertaken for a specific purpose, often involving exploration or travel. Therefore, 'journey' is the correct synonym, while 'rest', 'delay', and 'stop' do not convey the same meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

What is an antonym for "inept"?

• Clumsy

• Skilled

• Awkward

• Inefficient

Answer explanation

The word 'inept' means lacking skill or ability. An antonym would be a word that conveys the opposite meaning. 'Skilled' indicates proficiency and competence, making it the correct antonym for 'inept'. The other options do not convey this opposite meaning.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Choose the word that best completes the analogy: Interpret is to explain as:

• Build is to destroy

• Write is to erase

• Solve is to answer

• Hide is to seek

Answer explanation

The analogy compares actions with similar relationships. 'Interpret' means to explain, just as 'Solve' means to answer a problem. The other options do not maintain this direct relationship, making 'Solve is to answer' the best choice.

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CCSS.L.6.5B

CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Which sentence uses the word "invaluable" correctly?

• The old chair was invaluable and needed to be thrown away.

• Her advice was invaluable to the success of the project.

• The book was invaluable and not worth reading.

• The meal was invaluable and tasted terrible.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Her advice was invaluable to the success of the project.' because 'invaluable' means extremely useful or indispensable, which fits the context of providing essential advice.

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CCSS.L.3.2F