Subject : English 1 Objective : Answer given questions. 1) Check all that apply….

Subject : English 1
Objective : Answer given questions.
1) Check all that apply.
Select all forms of information that a dictionary supplies.
a
other forms of the word
b
a thorough history of the word
c
foreign language translations for each word
d
example sentences
e
its etymology
f
its pronunciation
g
its synonyms
h
a word’s definition
i
its part of speech
2) Choose the best answer.
A(n) _____ helps you to find more precise or interesting words to use in your writing.
a
almanac
b
encyclopedia
c
dictionary
d
glossary
e
thesaurus
3) Choose the best answer.
Which sentence correctly uses a synonym for the following word? Use a dictionary or thesaurus as needed.
dignity
a
The
disdain
of the suspect’s apology offended even the police.
b
Maddie had too much
pride
to accept a job beneath her qualifications.
c
Guests noticed John’s
inferiority
through his bad manners.
4) Choose the best answer.
Which sentence correctly uses a synonym for the following word? Use a dictionary or thesaurus as needed.
steal
a
She resisted the temptation to
filch
the unattended purse.
b
His favorite author’s book which was on sale for 75% off, was a price
markup
.
c
The thieves planned to
donate
the jewels from the museum.
5) Choose the best answer.
Which sentence correctly uses a synonym for the following word? Use a dictionary or thesaurus as needed.
illness
a
His roommate’s
welfare
infected everyone with an urge to complain.
b
The speech was a
digression
of empty promises and lofty words.
c
The doctor identified the
ailment
and planned a course of treatment.
6) Choose the best answer.
Which sentence correctly uses a synonym for the following word? Use a dictionary or thesaurus as needed.
respectful
a
The salesperson was
deferential
in listening to the customer’s complaints.
b
Josh used language that was both condescending and
disparaging
.
c
The club was
pretentious
for only granting their membership after the $10,000 donation.
7) Choose the best answer.
Which sentence correctly uses a synonym for the following word? Use a dictionary or thesaurus as needed.
celebration
a
She sat alone, lamenting her
peccadillo
.
b
The
criticism
of the missed opportunity went on well into the night.
c
Friday’s
jubilee
included music, games, and a lot of food.
8) Choose the best answer.
What does the word
insidious
mean?
a
intended to entrap
b
caring
c
thoughtful
d
deceptive