Vocabulary Reading

Which sentence correctly uses the word "resilient"?

• The resilient glass shattered into a thousand pieces.

• Despite many setbacks, she remained resilient and eventually succeeded.

• The bridge was so resilient that it collapsed under the weight of the snow.

• The paper was too resilient to tear by hand.

What does 'cause' mean?

• the reason why something happens.

• To attempt to do something.

• to take part in a race.

• To risk money on the result.

What does 'be closer to' mean?

• The end of something.

• Cannot go into it.

• Move to be near.

• Look for something.

What does 'similar' mean?

• Being almost, but not exactly, the same.

• Not another different place.

• Not the same.

• Not typical or characteristic.

Which word best completes the sentence: 'The scientist's discovery was a major ______ in the field of biology.'

• breakthrough

• breakdown

• breakup

• breakout

What does 'meticulous' mean?

• Careful and precise

• Quick and careless

• Loud and noisy

• Strong and powerful

Choose the sentence that uses the word 'ambiguous' correctly.

• The instructions were ambiguous, so we knew exactly what to do.

• Her ambiguous smile made it hard to tell if she was pleased or upset.

• The ambiguous weather was perfect for a picnic.

• He was ambiguous about his favorite color, stating it was definitely blue.

What is the meaning of 'ephemeral'?

• Lasting for a very short time

• Extremely large

• Very old

• Highly valuable

Which sentence correctly uses the word 'candid'?

• She was candid about her feelings, hiding them from everyone.

• His candid remarks were appreciated for their honesty.

• The candid painting was full of abstract shapes.

• They were candid in their secretive plans.

What does 'benevolent' mean?

• Kind and generous

• Evil and malicious

• Indifferent and neutral

• Strict and harsh