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Written by Sara Ahmed (English)

ECAT · English · 8 questions

Name: ____________________   Date: ____________

  1. An ARDUOUS journey is one that is:

    • A Difficult and tiring
    • B Short
    • C Unsafe
    • D Enjoyable

  2. Choose the word closest in meaning to BENIGN.

    • A Harmless
    • B Hidden
    • C Severe
    • D Hungry

  3. A DEROGATORY remark is one that is:

    • A Brief
    • B Insulting
    • C Funny
    • D Respectful

  4. An ELOQUENT speaker is one who is:

    • A Slow
    • B Nervous
    • C Silent
    • D Fluent and persuasive

  5. Choose the word opposite in meaning to HOSTILE.

    • A Angry
    • B Distant
    • C Unfriendly
    • D Friendly

  6. An INEPT worker is one who is:

    • A Late
    • B Lacking skill
    • C Dishonest
    • D Highly skilled

  7. A SUPERFLUOUS detail is one that is:

    • A Wrong
    • B Necessary
    • C More than is needed
    • D Hidden

  8. Choose the word closest in meaning to OBSTINATE.

    • A Stubborn
    • B Cheerful
    • C Flexible
    • D Careless

Answer key

1. A, 2. A, 3. B, 4. D, 5. D, 6. B, 7. C, 8. A

  1. Arduous means needing a lot of effort and stamina.

  2. Benign means gentle and not harmful, as in a benign tumour.

  3. Derogatory means showing a low opinion of someone or something.

  4. Eloquent means able to speak clearly and effectively.

  5. Hostile means unfriendly or opposed. Friendly is the opposite.

  6. Inept means not skilful and not able to do a task well.

  7. Superfluous means unnecessary because there is already enough.

  8. An obstinate person refuses to change their mind or behaviour.