Letter A – Episode 03 1 / 20 1. What does “add up” mean? a) To remove completely b) To count backwards c) To find the total Explanation: “Add up” means to calculate the total amount. Example: What’s the total of those bills? Could you add them up and see? 2 / 20 2. What does “add up to” mean? a) To become less b) To equal a total amount c) To divide into parts Explanation: “Add up to” means to total a specific amount. Example: The bills add up to $734.96. 3 / 20 3. What does “Additional” mean? a) Required by law b) Extra c) Dangerous Explanation: “Additional” means something more or extra. Example: The union asked for additional subsidies. 4 / 20 4. What does “Adept” mean? a) Very slow b) Highly skilled c) Uncertain Explanation: “Adept” means being very skilled at something. Example: James is very adept at repairing watches. 5 / 20 5. What does “Adequate” mean? a) More than required b) Too little c) Sufficient or enough Explanation: “Adequate” means just enough to meet a need. Example: The time we were given to finish the work was adequate. 6 / 20 6. What does “Adhere to” mean? a) To avoid rules b) To follow or stick to something c) To ignore completely Explanation: “Adhere to” means to stick to a rule or instruction. Example: Students are supposed to adhere to the new instructions. 7 / 20 7. What does “Adjacent” mean? a) Dangerous b) Nearby c) Inside Explanation: “Adjacent” means next to or near something. Example: There was a fire in the adjacent building. 8 / 20 8. What does “Adjust” mean? a) Destroy completely b) Change or fix something c) Avoid using Explanation: “Adjust” means to modify to be correct or suitable. Example: The mechanic adjusted the brakes. 9 / 20 9. What does “Admire” mean? a) Disagree with b) Look down on c) Respect or like Explanation: “Admire” means to feel respect for someone. Example: I admire the way she treats her children. 10 / 20 10. What does “Admissible” mean? a) Illegal b) Acceptable in court c) Easy to find Explanation: “Admissible” means allowed as evidence or acceptable. Example: The judge ruled that the evidence was admissible. 11 / 20 11. What does “Admission price” mean? a) Ticket seller b) Entrance price c) Refund value Explanation: “Admission price” is the cost to enter a place. Example: What is the admission price at the theater? 12 / 20 12. What does “Adopt” mean? a) To reject something b) To take or start using something c) To lose control Explanation: “Adopt” means to take something as your own. Example: The company is adopting new methods in marketing. 13 / 20 13. What does “Achieve” mean? a) To begin suddenly b) To fail a goal c) To reach or finish something successfully Explanation: “Achieve” means to succeed in doing something. Example: One should work hard to achieve his goals. 14 / 20 14. What does “Achilles’ heel” mean? a) Strongest ability b) Vulnerable point or weakness c) Unexpected talent Explanation: “Achilles’ heel” is a metaphor for weakness. Example: Spelling is my Achilles’ heel. 15 / 20 15. What does “Acknowledge” mean? a) Hide from others b) Deny everything c) Admit as true Explanation: “Acknowledge” means to accept or recognize something as true. Example: He refused to acknowledge that he was wrong. 16 / 20 16. What does “Acquainted with” mean? a) Not interested in b) Familiar with or know someone c) Unaware of Explanation: “Acquainted with” means to know or be familiar with someone/something. Example: Are you acquainted with the new facts? 17 / 20 17. What does “Acquiescent” mean? a) Protesting loudly b) Following orders without objection c) Giving advice Explanation: “Acquiescent” means someone who follows without protest. Example: He always does what he is told; he is very acquiescent. 18 / 20 18. What does “Across from” mean? a) Inside something b) On the opposite side c) Very close Explanation: “Across from” means directly opposite. Example: Joan lives across from our house. 19 / 20 19. What does “Act” mean? a) To eat quickly b) To behave or perform c) To disappear Explanation: “Act” means to take action or behave a certain way. Example: She acted without thinking. 20 / 20 20. What does “Activate” mean? a) Stop something b) Turn off power c) Start or run something Explanation: “Activate” means to cause something to start working. Example: I do not know how to activate this machine. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte Next Episode 4
