Multiple-meaning words

Question 1

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The volunteers' efforts BORE fruit when the river was finally cleaned.

• A. bored
• B. produced
• C. tolerated
• D. carried

Question 2

Is the proposed answer correct? The report gave a SOBER assessment of the risks, avoiding both panic and false hope. → serious and realistic

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct

Question 3

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The novel is a FAITHFUL adaptation of the original play.

• A. religious
• B. accurate, true to the original
• C. loyal to a friend
• D. hopeful

Question 4

Is the proposed answer correct? The film's ending was STRIKING in its simplicity. → remarkable

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct

Question 5

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The film's ending was STRIKING in its simplicity.

• A. remarkable
• B. hitting
• C. protesting
• D. violent

Question 6

Is the proposed answer correct? The proposal was met with a COOL reception from the council. → unenthusiastic

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct

Question 7

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The volunteers' efforts BORE fruit when the river was finally cleaned.

• A. bored
• B. produced
• C. carried
• D. tolerated

Question 8

Is the proposed answer correct? The author's TREATMENT of the topic is balanced and fair. → handling, way of dealing with

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct

Question 9

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The report gave a SOBER assessment of the risks, avoiding both panic and false hope.

• A. gloomy
• B. serious and realistic
• C. dull and boring
• D. not drunk

Question 10

Is the proposed answer correct? The team's victory was SECURED in the final minute. → guarded

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct

Question 11

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The novel is a FAITHFUL adaptation of the original play.

• A. loyal to a friend
• B. religious
• C. accurate, true to the original
• D. hopeful

Question 12

Is the proposed answer correct? Her account of the journey was CHARGED with emotion. → electrified

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct

Question 13

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The proposal was met with a COOL reception from the council.

• A. cold in temperature
• B. fashionable
• C. unenthusiastic
• D. calm

Question 14

Is the proposed answer correct? The novel is a FAITHFUL adaptation of the original play. → accurate, true to the original

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct

Question 15

As used in the sentence, the word in capitals most nearly means: The old warehouse will HOUSE the new art collection.

• A. shelter people
• B. build
• C. contain
• D. decorate

Question 16

Is the proposed answer correct? The museum's director RETIRED the old exhibit to make room for new work. → withdrew from use

• A. yes, it is correct
• B. no, it is not correct