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I thought that my parents would reprimand me for getting a poor grade on my science test. Instead, they praised me for trying my best.

A
scold
B
study
C
admire
D
worry
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My brother’s face twisted into a grimace every time my mother asked him to do chores. Of course, his frown disappeared the minute he was allowed to go outside to play.

A
face
B
chores
C
frown
D
minute
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It’s not surprising that Jeremy is so obstinate. His sisters are equally as stubborn about getting what they want, no matter how impossible or challenging it may seem.

A
surprising
B
stubborn
C
impossible
D
challenging
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If the root amor means "love," what does the word amorous mean?

A
faithful
B
affectionate
C
sensitive
D
respectful
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Adding the prefix de- to the word value makes a word that means

A
"lessen the worth of."
B
"increase the worth of."
C
"beyond the worth of."
D
"against the worth of."
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The root of the word valiant gives a clue that this word means

A
"holding tightly to something."
B
"acting with strength and bravery."
C
"feeling pleasure or happiness."
D
"behaving in a self-serving manner."
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The museum has an interesting collection of nautical items, including ocean maps, sails, and anchors.

A
“growing or living near a boat.”
B
“of or associated with salt water.”
C
“having an interest in the ocean.”
D
“of or relating to ships or sailing.”
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The directions for setting up the new computer seemed complex at first, but they were actually quite simple once I looked at the pictures and followed the steps.

A
“obvious.”
B
“modern.”
C
“complicated.”
D
“advanced.”
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The root of the word conductor gives a clue that this word means

A
"a leader or guide."
B
"a living person."
C
"a writer or artist."
D
"a strong person."
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The root phon, meaning "sound," indicates that the word symphony most likely means

A
"a large meal."
B
"a beautiful view."
C
"a musical concert."
D
"a fragrant bouquet."

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