Reading Comprehension Vocabulary 2

Question 1

In the sentence 'The scientist's findings were irrefutable,' what does 'irrefutable' mean?

Accepted Answer

Impossible to deny or disprove

Answer

'Irrefutable' means impossible to refute, deny, or disprove — the evidence is conclusive.

Question 2

Which word is closest in meaning to 'ambiguous'?

Accepted Answer

Unclear or open to multiple interpretations

Answer

'Ambiguous' means having more than one possible meaning or interpretation.

Question 3

A passage describes a character as 'taciturn.' This means the character is:

Accepted Answer

Reserved and speaking very little

Answer

'Taciturn' describes someone who habitually speaks very little.

Question 4

The word 'ephemeral' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Lasting for only a short time

Answer

'Ephemeral' describes something that lasts for a very short time, like a mayfly's life.

Question 5

In context, 'The politician's rhetoric was incendiary' means the speech was:

Accepted Answer

Designed to inflame strong emotions or provoke conflict

Answer

'Incendiary' rhetoric is inflammatory — intended to arouse anger or controversy.

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