Free Vocabulary MCQs with Answers

2191. Which words correctly describe the given word:Glistening

• A. Sweating and shining
• B. Polishing and shining
• C. Reflecting or sparkling
• D. Sparkling or shining

Explanation: Option A, "sweating and shining," is not a correct description of "glistening." "Sweating" refers to the secretion of sweat from the body, which is not related to "glistening." Option B, "polishing and shining," is partially correct but not complete. "Polishing" is the process of making something smooth and shiny, but it does not necessarily mean that the object is "glistening." Option C, "reflecting or sparkling," is also partially correct, but "reflecting" does not fully capture the meaning of "glistening," which implies a more intense and radiant shine. Option D, "Glistening" means shining with reflected light, typically as a result of being wet, smooth, or polished. "Sparkling" and "shining" are both synonyms of "glistening," so they are correct choices.

2192. Which words correctly describe the given word:Coveted

• A. Worn
• B. Greatly desired or envied
• C. Eager
• D. Detested

Explanation: Option A, "worn," does not describe "coveted." "Worn" refers to something that has been used or is showing signs of use, which is not related to "coveted." Option B, "Coveted" means greatly desired or envied. It is often used to describe something that is considered valuable or rare and is therefore sought after. Option C, "eager," is a related term, but it is not an exact synonym of "coveted." "Eager" implies a strong desire or enthusiasm for something, but it does not necessarily imply that the thing is rare or valuable. Option D, "detested," is the opposite of "coveted." "Detested" means to be hated or despised, which is the opposite of being desired or envied.

2193. Comprehend key vocabulary:How we _ to ageing is a choice we must make wisely.

• A. Respond
• B. Absolve
• C. Discharge
• D. Overlook

Explanation: Option A: This is the correct answer because respond means react and so it makes sense in this statement.Option B: Absolve means to declare someone free from guilt. This word doesn't fit in this statement hence this option is wrong.Option C: Discharge means to officially inform a person that they must leave a place or situation. This doesn't make sense in the given statement and is therefore incorrect.Option D: Overlook is a transitive verb and cannot be used before TO thus this option is incorrect.

2194. Comprehend key vocabulary:Saira speaks so fast that it's _ to understand her sometimes.

• A. Easy
• B. Difficult
• C. Slow
• D. Wrong

Explanation: Option A: Saira speaks so fast thus it doesn't make sense that it's easy to understand her.Option B: This is correct as it makes perfect sense that its difficult to understand Saira because she speaks so fast.Option C: This is incorrect as slow doesn't fit in this statement.Option D: This is incorrect because wrong doesn't fit in this statement.

2195. Comprehend key vocabulary:Many of the city's narrow streets have been _.

• A. Distinguished
• B. Widened
• C. Rehabilitated
• D. Doubled

Explanation: Option A: Distinguished means to be very successful and therefore it can't be used in this sentence.Option B: The streets were narrow so therefore they can be widened hence this is the correct answer.Option C: Rehabilitated means to return something to its former condition so it would not make sense to return narrow streets to their former narrow condition.Option D: Single things can be doubled but narrow things can be widened hence this is not the best option.

2196. Comprehend key vocabulary:Ahmad is always _ about showing up for work because he feels that tardiness is a sign of irresponsibility.

• A. Tolerable
• B. Punctual
• C. Legible
• D. Delayed

Explanation: TARDINESS: The quality of being late Option A: Tolerable means to be able to endure and hence it will be incorrect to use it against tardiness.Option B: This is the correct option as punctual means to be on time hence it can be used against tardiness.Option C: Legible is used for something clear enough to read and is hence inappropriate to use in this case.Option D: Delay means to make someone late or slow as ahmed dislikes tardiness it is incorrect to use delay in this sentence.

2197. Should I wear my joggers or my _?

• A. Cardigan
• B. Shorts
• C. Scarves
• D. Trainers

Explanation: Option A; cardigan is a piece of clothing, usually made from wool, that covers the upper part of the body and the arms, fastening at the front with buttons, and usually worn over other clothes.Option B:shorts are short trousers that reach only to the knees or thighs.Option C:scarves is a length or square of fabric worn around the neck or head."she tucked her woolly scarf around her neck"Option D: The hint in the sentence is 'joggers' which is a footwear so the other part of sentence also requires a footwear 'trainers'

2198. His shabby clothes and unkempt hair gave him a _ appearance.

• A. Discontented
• B. Disreputable
• C. Disrespectful
• D. Disputatious

Explanation: Discontented [Option A] , disrespectful [ Option C] and disputations [option D] are the adjectives used to describe the quality of a person.Option B [ disreputable] is an adjective used to describe the appearance of a person. The words 'shabby clothes and unkempt clothes' lead us to the right option

2199. Comprehend key vocabulary.We are planning to get a big, _ table for our dining-room

• A. rough
• B. empty
• C. deep
• D. round

Explanation: A "round table" typically refers to a table with a circular shape, which can be a good option for a dining room as it allows for more equitable access to the table and encourages conversation among diners.

2200. Comprehend key vocabulary.Rainfall in the desert is not only extremely low, but also extremely _

• A. intense
• B. erratic
• C. meagre
• D. undesirable

Explanation: Erratic means not regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable. Therefore it makes sense to describe rain as erratic, especially in the desert, which is often infrequent and occurs in unpredictable patterns.