Question 1

Which of the following choices best defines the term 'tenement'?

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A run-down and overcrowded apartment building

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A luxurious mansion

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A modern condominium

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A spacious suburban house

Question 2

What does the word 'improptu' mean?

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Done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed

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Someone who is skilled in many areas

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A type of musical instrument

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Having the quality of being inspiring or stimulating

Question 3

What is the meaning of the vocabulary word 'ajar'?

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Slightly open

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Completely locked

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Wide open

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Fully closed

Question 4

What is the synonym of 'tentatively'?

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Hesitantly

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Deliberately

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Decisively

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Confidently

Question 5

What is the meaning of the word 'parlor'?

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A room in a house where people can sit and relax

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A type of workout equipment

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A decorative item used in gardens

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A small kitchen in a house

Question 6

What does the word 'bodega' refer to?

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A small grocery store or convenience store

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A type of musical instrument

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A term used for a mountain peak in the Himalayas

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A traditional dance form in the Philippines

Question 7

Which of the following is the closest synonym for the word 'brittle'?

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Fragile

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Sturdy

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Flexible

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Durable

Question 8

What is the meaning of the word 'commence'?

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To begin

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To continue

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To hesitate

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To end

Question 9

What is a building stoop?

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A small porch or platform at the entrance of a building

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A term for the uppermost floor of a building

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An underground storage area beneath a building

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A type of large architectural column

Question 10

Which of the following best defines the word 'beckoned'?

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To gesture or signal to someone to approach or follow

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To express displeasure or anger towards someone

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To sing or chant in a melodious manner

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To engage in a playful or friendly banter

Question 11

What is the meaning of the word 'frantically'?

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In a wild or desperate manner

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Slowly and leisurely

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By chance or accident

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In a calm and composed manner

Question 12

Which of the following words is the best synonym for 'gnarled'?

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twisted

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straight

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curved

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smooth

Question 13

Which of the following is a synonym for 'eerie'?

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Spooky

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Peaceful

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Adventurous

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Happy

Question 14

Which of the following is the closest synonym to the word 'ominous'?

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Menacing, foreboding

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Joyful

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Peaceful

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Generous

Question 15

Which of the following is a synonym for 'scoundrels'?

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villains

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scholars

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heroes

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saints

Question 16

What is the meaning of the word 'mouth fiddle'?

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A mouth fiddle is a informal term for a harmonica.

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A mouth fiddle refers to a person who talks excessively.

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A mouth fiddle is a nickname for someone who chews loudly.

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A mouth fiddle is when you touch or manipulate something.

Question 17

What is the meaning of the word scalawags?

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Mischievous person or rascal

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Expert in computer programming

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Skillful negotiator

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Highly intelligent individual

Question 18

Which of the following is a synonym for the word 'involuntary'?

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Unintentional

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Deliberate

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Intentional

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Conscious

Question 19

What does the word 'octave' mean?

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higher in sound, often meaning someone is upset

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A clear and resonant tone

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A harmonious blend of vocal registers

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A strong vocal projection

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