HBS HBS English Comprehension 2

Question 1

Which word is a synonym for 'eloquent'?

Accepted Answer

fluent

Answer

'Eloquent' means fluent and persuasive in speech or writing; 'fluent' is its synonym.

Question 2

A metaphor differs from a simile because it:

Accepted Answer

directly states one thing is another

Answer

A metaphor says something IS something else without using 'like' or 'as'.

Question 3

What is the correct plural of 'criterion'?

Accepted Answer

criteria

Answer

'Criterion' is a Latin-origin word whose correct English plural is 'criteria'.

Question 4

Which sentence is written in the passive voice?

Accepted Answer

The cat was chased by the dog.

Answer

Passive voice has the subject receiving the action: 'The cat was chased by the dog.'

Question 5

What is the meaning of 'ambiguous'?

Accepted Answer

open to more than one interpretation

Answer

'Ambiguous' describes something that can be interpreted in more than one way.

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