Choosing Vocabulary Answers

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Read the sentence. The impatient young woman hardly joined the conversation. Instead, she glanced at her phone as though it annoyed her to be there, and it made us all feel very uncomfortable.Which word best contributes to the negative tone of this sentence?

A
impatient
B
hardly
C
annoyed
D
uncomfortable
4

Read the sentence.The newspaper my dad reads each day is a credible source of information. Based on the suffix, -ible, what does the word “credible” mean?

A
The newspaper my dad reads is a worthy source of information.
B
The newspaper my dad reads is an unworthy source of information.
C
The newspaper my dad reads is an entertaining source of information.
D
The newspaper my dad reads is a superior source of information.
5

What is the definition of a word called?

A
its style
B
its tone
C
its denotation
D
its connotation
6

A job application would most likely use what type of language?

A
formal
B
informal
C
jargon
D
casual
7

Which word has the most negative connotation?

A
stingy
B
thrifty
C
frugal
D
prudent
8

Which sentence most strongly develops a positive tone?

A
I was happy when I received my first paycheck for my hard work.
B
Winter break is approaching quickly, and I cannot wait to go shopping for gifts.
C
Going to the beach is one of my favorite activities; I love surfing and paddle boarding.
D
A sense of accomplishment overwhelmed me as I stepped onto the stage that sunny, glorious day of graduation.
9

An advertisement for a video game would most likely use what type of language?

A
formal
B
informal
C
jargon
D
academic

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