CELDT CELDT Vocabulary 3

Question 1

Which word has a similar meaning to 'observe'?

Accepted Answer

Watch

Answer

Observe means to watch carefully or notice, making 'watch' the closest synonym.

Question 2

What does the idiom 'under the weather' mean?

Accepted Answer

Feeling unwell

Answer

'Under the weather' is an idiom meaning to feel ill or not well.

Question 3

Which word correctly completes: 'The teacher gave a _____ explanation of the math problem.'

Accepted Answer

Clear

Answer

An adjective is needed to describe the noun 'explanation,' so 'clear' is correct.

Question 4

What is the meaning of the word 'curious'?

Accepted Answer

Eager to learn or know

Answer

Curious means having a strong desire to know or learn something.

Question 5

Which word is a verb in this sentence: 'The bright stars sparkle every night'?

Accepted Answer

Sparkle

Answer

A verb shows action or state of being; 'sparkle' shows the action the stars perform.

CELDT - California English Language Development Test Practice Test