Free Vocabulary MCQs with Answers

3141. He extolled the virtues of the Russian people. [The underlined word means:]

• A. Admired
• B. Praised
• C. Censured
• D. Adopted

Explanation: Extoll means to praise enthusiastically.Extol (verb) - highly praised; lauded or acclaimed.Present tense: Extol/ExtolsPresent participle: ExtollingPast tense: ExtolledPast participle: ExtolledExample Sentences:She is forever extolling the virtues of her children.The health benefits of exercise are widely extolled.They kept extolling my managerial skills.

3142. Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized word "OBLITERATE":

• A. Offend
• B. Haul
• C. Rent
• D. Destroy

Explanation: The word 'obliterate' means to destroy completely or wipe out. Option D, 'Destroy', is the correct answer as it directly aligns with this definition. 'Offend', 'haul', and 'rent' do not convey the idea of destruction or elimination, making them incorrect choices.

3143. Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized word "PRODIGIOUS".

• A. Enormous
• B. Sacred
• C. Seismic
• D. Tiny

Explanation: The word 'prodigious' is used to describe something that is extraordinarily large, impressive, or extensive. Therefore, 'Enormous' is the correct choice as it shares this characteristic of great size or degree. 'Sacred' is associated with holiness and divinity, 'Seismic' pertains to earthquakes, and 'Tiny' is the opposite of 'prodigious', as it means very small.

3144. Choose the synonym for the word "Abridge".

• A. To make a bridge
• B. Shorten
• C. Magnify
• D. Divert

Explanation: Abridge means to cut / trim which is a synonym for shorten

3145. Choose the synonym for the word "Attenuate".

• A. Appear
• B. Be absent
• C. Weaken
• D. Testify

Explanation: Attenuate means loss so it's synonym can be option C i.e weaken

3146. Choose the word nearest in meaning to "BLEMISH":

• A. Shortcoming
• B. Misery
• C. Perfect
• D. Concern

Explanation: Blemish means a "shortcoming" or a "flaw."