BKSB Vocabulary and Word Usage 3

Question 1

Which sentence uses 'affect' correctly?

Accepted Answer

Stress can affect your sleep.

Answer

'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence or have an impact on something.

Question 2

What does 'eloquent' mean?

Accepted Answer

Fluent and persuasive in speech

Answer

'Eloquent' describes someone who expresses ideas clearly and persuasively.

Question 3

Choose the word closest in meaning to 'obstinate'.

Accepted Answer

Stubborn

Answer

'Obstinate' means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course.

Question 4

Which word best completes the sentence: 'She felt _______ after finishing the long project.'

Accepted Answer

elated

Answer

'Elated' means very happy or jubilant, fitting the feeling after completing a long task.

Question 5

What is the meaning of the prefix 'mis-' in the word 'misunderstand'?

Accepted Answer

Wrongly or badly

Answer

The prefix 'mis-' means wrongly or badly, so 'misunderstand' means to understand incorrectly.

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