1.
"Doctors recommend that everyone exercise daily, particularly those who spend many hours doing SEDENTARY activities like reading, watching television, or playing games."
Which of the following correctly defines the meaning of the word SEDENTARY?
A
To spend much time seated.
B
To engage in physical activity.
C
To spend time using minimal brain function.
2.
It is impossible to say how first the idea entered my brain; but once conceived, it haunted me day and night.
What does the word CONCEIVE mean?
A
have an idea for plan
B
becoming crazy
C
beating
3.
In a stagnant housing market, few people buy homes.
In the above sentence, the word STAGNANT means:
A
not active
B
very popular
C
very busy
4.
The student was apprehensive about the test.
Which definition best describes the word "apprehensive"?
A
anxious
B
depressed
C
excited
5.
Which of the following is an example of something that happens annually?
A
birthday
B
brushing teeth
C
doing laundry
6.
Tanner felt remorse after he stole the cookie from the jar.
Which definition best fits the word "remorse"?
A
regret
B
unphased
C
happy
7.
The author says that for a red moon to appear the Earth, sun, and moon must align precisely. PRECISELY means:
A
must happen exactly
B
connect in a circle
C
on top of each other
8.
What is something someone who is PERSUASIVE is likely to do?
A
Convince you to buy a product
B
Stay quiet around you
C
Tell you the choice is yours
9.
Kane was unabashed about his opinion of the school lunch.
Which definition best defines the word "unabashed"?
A
Unashamed
B
Happy
C
Angry
10.
Choose the best definition for the word stealthily in the sentence below:
The child crept stealthily into the kitchen in order to get a snack before dinner.
