CHSPE CHSPE Vocabulary 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which word is closest in meaning to 'ambiguous'?
- Clear
- Unclear (Correct answer)
- Certain
- Simple
Correct answer: Unclear
'Ambiguous' means having more than one possible meaning, making something unclear or uncertain.
Question 2: The word 'diligent' most nearly means:
- Lazy
- Careless
- Hardworking (Correct answer)
- Distracted
Correct answer: Hardworking
'Diligent' describes someone who works carefully and with steady effort.
Question 3: If something is 'scarce,' it is:
- Plentiful
- In short supply (Correct answer)
- Worthless
- Widely available
Correct answer: In short supply
'Scarce' means available only in limited quantities, not enough to meet demand.
Question 4: Choose the word that means the opposite of 'hostile':
- Aggressive
- Unfriendly
- Friendly (Correct answer)
- Angry
Correct answer: Friendly
'Hostile' means unfriendly or aggressive, so its antonym is 'friendly.'
Question 5: The word 'concise' describes writing that is:
- Long and detailed
- Brief and to the point (Correct answer)
- Confusing
- Repetitive
Correct answer: Brief and to the point
'Concise' means expressing ideas clearly in few words without unnecessary detail.
Question 6: Which word best completes the sentence? 'The scientist made a _____ discovery that changed the field.'
- trivial
- mundane
- groundbreaking (Correct answer)
- ordinary
Correct answer: groundbreaking
'Groundbreaking' means innovative and pioneering, fitting a discovery that changes a field.
Question 7: The word 'reluctant' means:
- Eager
- Unwilling (Correct answer)
- Excited
- Confident
Correct answer: Unwilling
'Reluctant' means hesitant or unwilling to do something.
CHSPE CHSPE Vocabulary 2
Which word is closest in meaning to 'ambiguous'?