Comprehension Question
Vocabulary
Word Formation - Prefixes
Prefix and Suffix
100
1. The writer says that urban cycling is ...

B. likely to put physical safety at risk.

100
Give the meaning of fuss.
It means worry or angry.
100

1. Achieving success in life requires learning to focus on what's relevant to achieving your goals.

Correct

100

Give the prefix or suffix to the word 'rational'.

irrational

200

What does the writer suggest about Tom's blog?

C. It is written in an appealing style.

200

Give the meaning of accolades.

It means praise.

200

2. One of the strengths as a leader is that she approves of gossip and avoids talking about others behind their backs. 

disapproves

200

Give a prefix or suffix to the word ' fortunate'.

unfortunate / unfortunately

300

3. In the third paragraph, the writer suggests that we ...

A. are drawn to tales of wish fulfilment.

300

Give an adjective to describe accolate. 

the highest accolade

300

3. Sarah is so reliable - you never know whether she's going to turn up on time or not.

unreliable

300

Give a prefix or suffix to the word 'fortune'.

misfortune

400

4, What impresses the writer most about the Irish girls?

B. their determination and conscientiousness.

400

Give the meaning of dodge.

It means to avoid something unpleasant. 

400

4. In professional athletics, there is a clear dividing line between pushing your body to its limits on the one hand, and committing legal acts on the other. 

illegal

400

Give a prefix or suffix to the word 'rate'.

underrate / underrated

overrate / overrated

500

5. What point does the writer make in the last paragraph?

B. You should not rate your accomplishments against those of others. 

500

Give the meaning of momentous

It means very important because of the effect on future events. 

Example: 

From the beginning of Donald Trump's term, he was speculated to face difficult problems and momentous political events.


500
5. It's a great idea in theory, but can we be absolutely certain that it's practical

Correct

500

Give a prefix or suffix to the word 'privilege'.

underprivileged 

overprivileged