Letter A – Episode 05 1 / 20 1. What does “Alleviate” mean? a) To increase pressure b) To make worse c) To reduce pain or stress Explanation: “Alleviate” means to lessen or relieve discomfort. Example: The medicine helped alleviate his headache. 2 / 20 2. What does “Allegation” mean? a) A compliment b) An accusation or claim c) A celebration Explanation: “Allegation” refers to a claim that someone did something wrong. Example: The official denied all allegations made against him. 3 / 20 3. What does “All ears” mean? a) Not paying attention b) Very tired c) Listening carefully and eagerly Explanation: “All ears” means to be fully attentive and ready to listen. Example: Tell me what happened—I’m all ears! 4 / 20 4. What does “All hours” mean? a) Always on time b) Very early only c) Very late or at any time of day or night Explanation: “All hours” refers to any time, day or night. Example: He works until all hours every night. 5 / 20 5. What does “All of a sudden” mean? a) Gradually b) At an expected time c) Suddenly and unexpectedly Explanation: “All of a sudden” means something happened quickly and without warning. Example: All of a sudden, the lights went out. 6 / 20 6. What does “All set” mean? a) Unprepared b) Ready c) Confused Explanation: “All set” means fully ready to begin or go. Example: I’m all set for the exam. 7 / 20 7. What does “All shook up” mean? a) Calm and relaxed b) Excited or emotionally disturbed c) Lost and confused Explanation: “All shook up” means emotionally shaken or disturbed. Example: She was all shook up after hearing the news. 8 / 20 8. What does “All the rage” mean? a) Very angry b) Out of fashion c) Very popular Explanation: “All the rage” means something is currently very popular. Example: That hairstyle was all the rage last year. 9 / 20 9. What does “All in” mean? a) Focused b) Tired or exhausted c) Motivated Explanation: “All in” is an informal way to say completely tired. Example: After running the marathon, I was all in. 10 / 20 10. What does “All over” mean? a) Just starting b) Finished c) Repeating again Explanation: “All over” means something is completely finished. Example: The game is all over now. 11 / 20 11. What does “Allow” mean? a) Forbid b) Permit or let c) Avoid Explanation: “Allow” means to give permission. Example: Children are not allowed to stay up late. 12 / 20 12. What does “Allowance” mean? a) A fine b) A punishment c) An amount of money given regularly Explanation: “Allowance” refers to a set amount of money given for expenses. Example: He receives a weekly allowance from his parents. 13 / 20 13. What does “Alloy” mean? a) A single metal b) A mixture of metals c) A shiny surface Explanation: “Alloy” is a combination of two or more metals. Example: Bronze is an alloy made from copper and tin. 14 / 20 14. What does “Along with” mean? a) Without b) Together with c) Against Explanation: “Along with” means together or in addition to. Example: He came along with his brother to the event. 15 / 20 15. What does “Amaze” mean? a) Confuse b) Surprise greatly c) Ignore Explanation: “Amaze” means to fill someone with wonder or surprise. Example: Her singing ability amazed everyone. 16 / 20 16. What does “Amber” mean? a) A red gem b) A deep yellow color c) A type of plastic Explanation: “Amber” is a warm, deep yellow color. Example: The traffic lights turned amber before red. 17 / 20 17. What does “Ambiguous” mean? a) Clear and direct b) Not clear; has more than one meaning c) Very specific Explanation: “Ambiguous” means unclear or open to multiple interpretations. Example: His answer was too ambiguous to understand. 18 / 20 18. What does “Amend” mean? a) Fix physically b) Delete c) To change or improve a law or rule Explanation: “Amend” means to change something officially, especially a document or law. Example: They voted to amend the constitution. 19 / 20 19. What does “Amendments” mean? a) Additions or changes made to laws b) Mistakes c) Contracts Explanation: “Amendments” are official changes or corrections to laws or policies. Example: The bill passed after several amendments. 20 / 20 20. What does “Ameliorate” mean? a) Make worse b) To make better or more tolerable c) Forget completely Explanation: “Ameliorate” means to improve a difficult or bad situation. Example: The new policy helped ameliorate the living conditions. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte Next Episode 6