Choose the one that is similar in meaning to the given word.
1. oppress
a. cure
b. print
c. rule
d. break
2. barren
a. ugly
b. mountainous
c. close
d. lifeless
3.
strive
a. attack
b. struggle
c.
compete
d. win
4. dominate
a. control
b. trick
c.
encourage
d. entertain
5. culinary
a.
growing
b. creating
c. cooking
d.
drinking
Write C if the italicized word is used correctly. Write I if the word is used incorrectly.
1.
One of my classmates is very
hostile. He always helps me with homework.
2.
I chose an
obscure book for my report. It was very difficult to find.
3.
In the past, many people suffered from
malnutrition because of a lack of food.
4.
Did you know that some flowers are
edible? They both look and taste good.
5.
The dog was hiding in a
dense patch of grass. We had no trouble finding him.
6.
People enjoy Mark Twain’s novels. They
likewise enjoy his political comments.
7.
You can have health
problems if your sugar intake is too high.
8.
You need to ask your teacher for a
prescription. Then you can get your medicine.
9.
After we lost the game, our coach showed his
dignity. He yelled at us for hours.
10.
After the car accident, John
needed a respirator. He could not walk without it.
11.
They are taking a break outside. Why don’t we do
likewisel
12.
A month ago, I hurt myself playing soccer. The injury finally
oppressed this week.
13.
Strive to do worst on your test.
14.
I
strive to exercise at least twenty minutes each day to stay in shape.
15.
Many deserts are
barren landscapes. You find little more than dirt and rocks there.
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