Which word means "a device that attracts iron or steel"?
Vocabulary and Comprehension Challenge

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English
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7th Grade
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Hard
Tabitha Turner
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20 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
planet
magnet
bottle
turtle
Answer explanation
The word "magnet" refers to a device that attracts iron or steel due to its magnetic properties. The other options do not relate to this definition.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct spelling of the word that means "the process by which green plants make their own food using sunlight"?
fotosynthesis
photosynthisis
photosynthesis
photosynthasis
Answer explanation
The correct spelling is 'photosynthesis', which refers to the process by which green plants use sunlight to make their own food. The other options contain misspellings.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following words best describes "a place where books are kept for reading or borrowing"?
library
market
bottle
planet
Answer explanation
The word 'library' specifically refers to a place where books are stored for reading or borrowing, making it the best choice. The other options do not relate to books or reading.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Choose the word that means "the study of stars, planets, and space."
astronomy
amphibian
electricity
encyclopedia
Answer explanation
The correct answer is 'astronomy' as it specifically refers to the study of stars, planets, and space. The other options do not relate to this field of study.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which word is spelled correctly?
democrocy
democracy
democrazy
democricy
Answer explanation
The correct spelling is 'democracy', which refers to a system of government by the whole population or eligible members. The other options are misspellings or incorrect variations.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which word means "to make or produce something"?
create
capture
analyze
multiply
Answer explanation
The word 'create' means to make or produce something, which directly aligns with the question. The other options do not convey this meaning.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the "Advanced" word list?
Words related to simple actions
Words that describe complex concepts or processes
Words about animals
Words about colors
Answer explanation
The 'Advanced' word list focuses on vocabulary that conveys intricate ideas and processes, making 'Words that describe complex concepts or processes' the best summary, unlike the other options which are too simplistic or unrelated.
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