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  • The boy were elated, or very happy, to see her new puppy. What does the word "elated" mean? a) Sad b) Confused c) Angry d) Very happy
  • They landscape was arid, or extremely dry, with littles vegetation. What does the word "arid" mean? a) Wet b) Extremely dry c) Cold d) Warm and humid
  • He was known for her candor, or honesty, in every conversations. What does the word "candor" mean? a) Dishonesty b) Humor c) Honesty d) Confusion
  • An avalanche, a large mass of snowing falling rapidly down a mountainside, can is dangerous. What does the word avalanche mean?
    a) A type of heavy rainstorm b) A large amount of snow falling down a mountain c) A deep valley covered in snow d) A mountain that erupts like a volcano
  • A carnivore, an animal that eats only meat, relies on hunted for food. What does the word carnivore mean? a) An animal that eats only plants b) An animal that eats only meat c) An animal that lives in water d) An animal that eats both plan
  • The meal was scrumptious; they was absolutely delicious's. What does the word "scrumptious" mean? a) Tasteless b) Delicious c) Spicy d) Bitter
  • Her wear a gaudy dress, one that was overly bright and flashy. What does the word "gaudy" mean? a) Overly bright and flashy b) Dull c) Simple and elegant d) Old-fashioned
  • A philanthropist is a people who generously donates money or resources to helps others. What does the word philanthropist mean?
    a) A person who studies plants b) A person who donates money to help others c) A person who builds houses d) A person who manages businesses
  • The protagonist, or main character, drives's the story forward in a novels. What does the word protagonist mean? a) A person who writes stories b) A minor character in a novel c) The main character in a story d) The antagonist of a story
  • An octagon are a shape with eights sides. What does the word octagon mean?
    a) A shape with six sides b) A shape with seven sides c) A shape with eight sides d) A shape with ten sides
  • The biography, a detailed account of someone life, included fascinating story from their childhood. What does the word biography mean?
    a) A written account of someone’s life b) A story about animals c) A book about a person’s hobbies d) A collection of fictional stories