Which of the following definitions matches the meaning of the word “pensive”?
A. harsh or severe
B. expressing prayer
C. deeply thoughtful
D. peaceful
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TRUE!
The statement is implying that Ryan is very stolid/ emotionless towards his mom.
True or False.
The word “impassive” is used correctly in the following sentence: “Ryan was very impassive towards his mother at dinner last night when she asked about his day at school.”
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The answer is…
A: Poignant
"Months later, her memories of her ex were still painfully sad.” What word could the phrase "painfully sad” be replaced with without changing the meaning?
A. Poignant
B. Inflammatory
C. Benevolent
D. Cynical
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The answer is…
B: Informal
All of the following words are synonyms for "Pedantic" EXCEPT:
A. Precise
B. Informal
C. Accuracy
D. Fastidious
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The answer is…
A: True
True or False:
"Domineering" is a tone to show inferiority and the importance of someone/ something over something/ someone else.
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The answer is…
B: Worshipful
Finish this analogy: Night is to day as derogatory is to...
A. Domineering
B. Worshipful
C. Zealous
D. Recalcitrant
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C. Isolate
Which could be a synonym for “Detached”?
A. Part
B. Merge
C. Isolate
D. Unite
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B. Joyful
What is a synonym of JOCUND?
A. Mean
B. Joyful
C. Serious
D. Important
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A. intended for instruction
Which definition correctly corresponds with the word ¨didactic¨?
A. intended for instruction
B. lacking confidence
C. causing sadness or gloom
D. to have no belief in
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D. Sarcastic
Which of the following best corresponds to the word ´Derisive´?
A. Happy
B. Creative
C. Respectful
D. Sarcastic
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Yes
Does the meaning of the following sentence correspond well to the word ´Pessimistic´?
“Because I have such an "Eeyore-like" attitude, I miss out on all of the good things in life.”
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False
True or False.
Is the word in quotations the correct form of the word for this sentence?
The boy felt extreme "nostalgic" as he remembered playing catch with his late grandfather.
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Moralistic
What is the "m" Tone word?
Antonyms include corrupt, dishonest, and immoral.
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No.
Is the word in quotations used correctly in this sentence?
The young voter felt proud as he listened intently to the "pompous" speaker in front of him.
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Answer: A. intended for instruction
Which definition correctly corresponds with the word ¨didactic¨?
A. intended for instruction
B. lacking confidence
C. causing sadness or gloom
D. to have no belief in
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C) Phony
Which is a synonym for “mocking”?
A. Genuine
B. Real
C. Phony
D. Sincere
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Mirthful
What is the "m" Tone Word?
Synonyms include: Festive, jolly and merry
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A) Nonchalant
Although Carter was always stressed on the inside, he came across to everyone as _______.
A. Nostalgic
B. Moralistic
C. Nonchalant
D. Happy
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False.
The definition of Erudite is as follows:
Characterized by great knowledge; learned or scholarly.
True or False.
The definition of Erudite is as follows:
Generally arrogant and rude; obnoxious.
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D. Witty
What is the correct synonym of facetious?
A. Ostentatious
B. Idyllic
C. Hateful
D. Witty
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C. Desiring to harm others
The word MALICIOUS is best defined as:
A. Not assured or confident
B. To fill with fear
C. Desiring to harm others
D. Helpful to others
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Foreboding
Fill in the Blank:
The students who hadn't taken the time to study for the Tone Words test that day which had been assigned over two weeks ago walked into the classroom with a sense of ______________. ("F" Tone word).
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Flippant
Taking a selfie during an inappropriate situation can be best described by what "F" tone word?
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True
True or False.
Is this sentence a correct use of the word frivolous?
The frivolous student was speeding around the classroom with a bottle of glitter-- a fearful combination --much to the dismay of the student teacher, who desperately searched for her superior who had left the room just seconds ago.
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False
True or False:
The best synonym for the tone word IRASCIBLE is STOLID.