WORD PARTS
Very few people have successfully circumnavigated the world by ship. What is the meaning of cirum-? Don't circumlocute your answer.
around
Which context clue helps you most in guessing the meaning of the underlined word?
A tilde (~) is a common feature in many Spanish names.
Punctuation
Make this spoken statement formal:
Kristin cannot [get] why someone would refuse free chocolate.
Understand
Comprehend
Fathom
STRONG, DEEP, or HEAVY
SNOW and RAIN
HEAVY
I hate driving in heavy rain and heavy snow.
Choose the correct form of the phrasal verb.
A. Put on a sweater
B. Put a sweater on
C. Both are OK
C. Both are OK
In retrospect, I should have checked that the windows were closed before it rained. Unfortunately, I can't retroactively undo this decision. Think retrospectively and provide the meaning of retro-.
backward
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When tectonic plates collide, there is usually a lot of damage. Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis can result from this destructive meeting.
Reference (this)
Make this spoken statement formal:
Joy is [sort of] an expert at the IEI concerning the Chicago White Sox.
somewhat
moderately
quite
Choose the appropriate adjective that collocates with both nouns:
LARGE, BIG, or GREAT
ACCIDENT and MISTAKE
BIG
I saw a big accident on my way to work and unfortunately made a big mistake while I was driving.
Choose the correct form of the phrasal verb.
My cat had a veterinary appointment this morning. I need to [ ] before 5:00pm.
A. Pick up her
B. Pick her up
C. Both are OK
B. Pick her up
Pronouns must go in between separable phrasal verbs!
You may try to contradict the statement, but the truth is clear! You can't bring illegal contraband into the country. The law is contrary to your wishes. What is the meaning of contra-?
against, opposite
Which context clue helps you most in guessing the meaning of the underlined word?
His discussion article for class discussed some elements of human behavior that are inherent such as eye color and height.
Examples
Make this spoken statement informal:
I predict that Norb will have [an impressive] running time at the 5K race on Friday evening.
a super
a fantastic
a great
Choose the appropriate adjective that collocates with both nouns:
LARGE, DEEP, or GREAT
PROPORTION and AMOUNT
LARGE
A large proportion of our class consumes a large amount of coffee.
Choose the correct form of the phrasal verb.
Did you know Norb is running the 5K race on Friday? I [ ] yesterday and he told me.
A. Ran into Norb
B. Ran Norb into
C. Both are OK
A. Ran into Norb
As space ships gain the ability to accelerate faster and faster, more parts of our solar system will be accessible for exploration. Accumulate your memories and give the meaning of ac-
to, toward, near
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People often feel ambiguous about issues of privacy concerning social media use, however, they are usually against their personal data being used for nefarious purposes.
Contrast
Make this spoken statement to your roommate less formal:
Can you please [grant me permission to] do the dishes and sweep the floor? My relatives will be arriving shortly and I do not wish them to think us unhygienic.
let me
allow me to
Choose the appropriate preposition that collocates with the noun:
My roommate has a serious fear [ ] clowns. He can't go to the circus without risking a panic attack.
A) At
B) With
C) Of
C) Of
Choose the correct form of the phrasal verb.
A. Came it across
B. Came across it
C. Both are OK
B. Came across it
Don't abbreviate your answer for my sake, or abstain from reflecting on your vocabulary knowledge. What is the meaning of ab-
away, from
Which context clue helps you most in guessing the meaning of the underlined word?
Advanced vocabulary students have a surprisingly contemporary, fresh style of fashion that doesn't seem outdated or tired.
Adjective phrases/clauses
Make this statement informal:
French pastries from local Illinois bakeries are [acceptable] of course, but my true aspiration is to eat an authentic croissant in Paris, France.
alright
OK
fine
good/good enough
Choose the appropriate preposition that collocates with the noun:
Trey stood back, aimed his empty water bottle [ ] the center hole in the recycling container, and threw it in.
A) At
B) With
C) Of
A) At
Choose the correct form of the phrasal verb.
My convopartner invited me to go on vacation with her to the Smoky Mountains. However, I have to get ready for the TOEFL test. I'd love to go and don't want to [ ].
A. Turn her offer down
B. Turn down her offer
C. Both are OK
C. Both are OK