CASAS Reading Comprehension Expand Vocabulary 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which word means the OPPOSITE of 'lenient'?
- Flexible
- Strict (Correct answer)
- Patient
- Helpful
Correct answer: Strict
'Lenient' means not strict or harsh; its opposite is 'strict,' meaning firm and demanding.
Question 2: The word 'insufficient' contains the prefix 'in-.' What does 'insufficient' mean?
- More than enough
- Not enough (Correct answer)
- Exactly enough
- Used efficiently
Correct answer: Not enough
The prefix 'in-' means 'not,' so 'insufficient' means not sufficient — not enough.
Question 3: Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'She was very _____ about the details, making sure nothing was overlooked.'
- Careless
- Thorough (Correct answer)
- Hurried
- Vague
Correct answer: Thorough
'Thorough' means complete and careful, which matches someone who ensures nothing is overlooked.
Question 4: The suffix '-able' as in the word 'dependable' means:
- Without
- Capable of or suitable for (Correct answer)
- One who
- Before
Correct answer: Capable of or suitable for
The suffix '-able' means capable of or worthy of, so 'dependable' means capable of being depended on.
Question 5: A parent received a letter: 'Your child's attendance has been erratic this semester.' What does 'erratic' mean?
- Consistently poor
- Irregular and unpredictable (Correct answer)
- Slightly below average
- Intentionally missed
Correct answer: Irregular and unpredictable
'Erratic' means irregular or inconsistent — the child's attendance has no steady pattern.
Question 6: Which word is a synonym for 'adversity'?
- Opportunity
- Hardship (Correct answer)
- Advertisement
- Adventure
Correct answer: Hardship
'Adversity' means difficulty or hardship, especially in challenging life circumstances.
Question 7: The root word 'port' as in 'transport' and 'portable' means:
- Place
- Carry (Correct answer)
- Build
- Water
Correct answer: Carry
The Latin root 'port' means to carry, explaining 'transport' (carry across) and 'portable' (can be carried).
CASAS Reading Comprehension Expand Vocabulary 3
Which word means the OPPOSITE of 'lenient'?