CTBS Vocabulary and Word Meanings

Question 1

Which word is closest in meaning to the word 'benevolent'?

Accepted Answer

Generous

Answer

Benevolent means well-meaning and kindly, which is closest in meaning to generous.

Question 2

Which word is an antonym of 'ancient'?

Accepted Answer

Modern

Answer

Ancient means very old, so its antonym is modern, meaning new or current.

Question 3

What does the word 'transparent' mean?

Accepted Answer

Clear and see-through

Answer

Transparent means allowing light to pass through so objects can be seen clearly.

Question 4

Which sentence uses the word 'exhausted' correctly?

Accepted Answer

He was exhausted after running the marathon.

Answer

Exhausted means very tired, so it correctly describes how someone feels after strenuous activity like running a marathon.

Question 5

What is the meaning of the prefix 'un-' in the word 'unhappy'?

Accepted Answer

Not

Answer

The prefix 'un-' means not, so unhappy means not happy.

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