ELA Vocabulary Development 3

Question 1

What does the suffix '-ology' indicate in words like 'biology' or 'psychology'?

Accepted Answer

the study of

Answer

The suffix '-ology' derives from Greek 'logos' (word/study) and means 'the study of' a subject.

Question 2

Which word is an antonym of 'transparent'?

Accepted Answer

opaque

Answer

'Opaque' means not able to be seen through, which is the opposite of 'transparent.'

Question 3

In context, what does 'pejorative' mean in: 'The term was considered pejorative by the community'?

Accepted Answer

expressing contempt or disapproval

Answer

A pejorative word or phrase expresses a low opinion or contempt toward its subject.

Question 4

The root word 'aud-' as in 'audible' and 'audience' relates to:

Accepted Answer

hearing

Answer

The Latin root 'aud-' means 'to hear,' which connects words like audible (able to be heard) and audience (listeners).

Question 5

Which word best replaces 'tired' to convey extreme exhaustion?

Accepted Answer

haggard

Answer

'Haggard' conveys the most extreme exhaustion, describing someone looking gaunt and worn from prolonged suffering or fatigue.

(ELA) English Language Arts Practice Test