Multiple Meaning Words
Which of the following sentences uses the word "bass" to refer to a musical instrument?
a) The fisherman caught a big bass in the lake.
b) She played the bass guitar in the band.
c) We need to paint the room in a neutral bass color.
d) The hiker explored the mountain's bass region.
b) She played the bass guitar in the band.
What is the correct way to write this sentence.
The teacher handed to each student a worksheet.
a) The teacher handed a worksheet to each student.
b) The teacher handed each student a worksheet.
c) The teacher handed a student to each worksheet.
d) The teacher handed a student worksheet each.
b) The teacher handed each student a worksheet.
"The classroom was a beehive of activity."
What does this figurative language mean?
a) The classroom was filled with bees.
b) The classroom was very quiet.
c) The classroom was busy and buzzing with activity.
d) The classroom was dark and gloomy.
c) The classroom was busy and buzzing with activity.
"Cats and dogs are both popular pets. While cats are known for their independence and cleanliness, dogs are often considered loyal companions. In this passage, the author explores the similarities and differences between these two common household pets."
What is the text structure of this passage?
a) Compare and Contrast
b) Cause and Effect
c) Sequential/Logical Order
d) Problem/Solution
a) Compare and Contrast
"The earthquake caused a rupture in the ground, creating a large crack."
What does the Latin root "rupt" mean in this sentence?
a) To flow or move
b) To carry or bear
c) To build or construct
d) To break or burst
d) To break or burst
In the sentence, "The bank is located near the river," what does the word "bank" refer to?
a) Financial institution
b) Sloping land alongside a river
c) The act of tilting to the side
d) A row of objects arranged in a line
b) Sloping land alongside a river
The chef prepared the customers a delicious meal.
a) The chef prepared a delicious meal for the customers.
b) The chef prepared the meal for the customers deliciously.
c) The chef prepared the customers with a delicious meal.
d) The chef prepared the delicious meal customers.
a) The chef prepared a delicious meal for the customers.
"The stars danced in the night sky."
What does this figurative language mean?
a) The stars were falling.
b) The stars were twinkling.
c) The stars were singing.
d) The stars were playing music.
b) The stars were twinkling.
"The sun provides heat and light, making life on Earth possible. Without the sun, our planet would be a cold, dark place. In this passage, the author explains the importance of the sun in sustaining life."
What is the text structure of this passage?
a) Compare and Contrast
b) Cause and Effect
c) Sequential/Logical Order
d) Problem/Solution
b) Cause and Effect
"The ferry transported people across the river quickly and efficiently."
What does the Latin root "fer" mean in this sentence?
a) To break or burst
b) To carry or bear
c) To build or construct
d) To flow or move
b) To carry or bear
Which of the following sentences uses the word "bat" to refer to a flying mammal?
a) He used a bat to hit the baseball.
b) The cave was full of bat colonies.
c) The cat tried to catch the small insect with its bat-like paws.
d) They decided to bat around some ideas for the project.
b) The cave was full of bat colonies.
"After the rain stopped, the children went outside, to play in the puddles."
a) After the rain stopped the children went outside to play in the puddles.
b) After the rain stopped the children went outside, to play in the puddles.
c) After the rain stopped the children, went outside to play in the puddles.
d) After the rain stopped, the children went outside to play in the puddles.
d) After the rain stopped, the children went outside to play in the puddles.
"Her smile was as bright as the sun."
What does this figurative language mean?
a) Her smile was blinding.
b) Her smile was warm and cheerful.
c) Her smile was invisible.
d) Her smile was like a sunset.
b) Her smile was warm and cheerful.
"To bake chocolate chip cookies, start by gathering the ingredients. Then, preheat the oven and mix the ingredients in a bowl. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes. In this passage, the author provides a step-by-step guide for making chocolate chip cookies."
What is the text structure of this passage?
a) Compare and Contrast
b) Cause and Effect
c) Sequential/Logical Order
d) Problem/Solution
c) Sequential/Logical Order
"The scientist who studies earthquakes and seismic activity is called a seismologist. What does the suffix '-logist' mean in this context?"
a) The study of
b) The person who studies
c) The process of
d) The result of
b) The person who studies
In the sentence, "The room was filled with natural ____." What does the word "light" likely mean in this context?
a) Brightness
b) Lightweight
c) Ignition
d) Dimness
a) Brightness
"During the summer, I love to go swimming, at the lake."
a) During the summer, I love to go swimming at the lake.
b) During the summer, I love to go swimming at, the lake.
c) During the summer I love to go, swimming at the lake.
d) During the summer, I love to go swimming at the lake.
a) During the summer, I love to go swimming at the lake.
"The test was a piece of cake."
What does this figurative language mean?
a) The test was about cake.
b) The test was easy.
c) The test was impossible.
d) The test was related to baking.
b) The test was easy.
"The author wrote, 'The old house groaned and creaked in the wind.' What is the author trying to communicate about the house?"
a) The house is in perfect condition.
b) The house is making strange noises.
c) The house is about to collapse.
d) The house is silent in the wind.
b) The house is making strange noises.
"Biology is the branch of science that deals with the study of living organisms. What does the suffix '-logy' mean in this context?"
a) The process of
b) The person who studies
c) The study of
d) The result of
c) The study of
In the sentence, "The supervisor knows how to ____ difficult clients." What does the word "handle" mean?
a) Hold
b) Deal with
c) Manufacture
d) Carry
b) Deal with
"Tom wanted to play video games, ________ he needed to finish his homework first."
a) or
b) but
c) so
d) because
b) but
"The wind whispered through the trees."
What does this figurative language mean?
a) The wind was shouting.
b) The wind was silent.
c) The wind was talking softly.
d) The wind was singing loudly.
b) The wind was silent.
"Read the following passage: 'Amidst the chaos of the earthquake, buildings crumbled, and the ground shook violently. People sought refuge in open spaces, and emergency services rushed to provide aid.' What is the central idea of this passage?"
a) The earthquake caused destruction and panic.
b) The buildings in the city were very strong.
c) People enjoyed the chaos caused by the earthquake.
d) Emergency services were prepared for the earthquake.
a) The earthquake caused destruction and panic.
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The geologist examined rocks and studied Earth's history. What does the suffix '-logist' mean in this context?"
a) The study of
b) The person who studies
c) The process of
d) The result of
b) The person who studies