Synonyms Antonyms and Singular Plural Quiz

Choose the word that is the correct antonym of the word in brackets. His _______ (arrogant) behavior made it difficult for him to form meaningful relationships.

1. humble
2. boastful
3. haughty
4. pretentious

Answer: (a) humble

Choose the word that is the correct antonym of the word in brackets. Her _______ (indomitable) spirit allowed her to overcome every obstacle in her path.

1. fragile
2. resilient
3. unwavering
4. weak

Answer: (d) weak

Which of the following words is the odd one out?

1. resolute
2. determined
3. steadfast
4. indecisive

Answer: (d) indecisive

Which of the following words is the odd one out?

1. harmonious
2. discordant
3. melodious
4. symphonic

Answer: (b) discordant

Match the words in Column A with their correct synonyms or antonyms in Column B. Column A Column B 1 abandon a obstruct 2 serene b furious 3 genuine c calm 4 wrathful d real 5 hinder e leave

1. 1-e, 2-c, 3-d, 4-b, 5-a
2. 1-c, 2-d, 3-e, 4-a, 5-b
3. 1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-e, 5-d
4. 1-d, 2-e, 3-a, 4-c, 5-b

Answer: (a) 1-e, 2-c, 3-d, 4-b, 5-a

Match the words in Column A with their correct antonyms in Column B. Column A Column B 1 benevolent a malevolent 2 effervescent b dull 3 lucid c obscure 4 profuse d scant

1. 1-d, 2-c, 3-a, 4-b
2. 1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-d
3. 1-a, 2-d, 3-b, 4-c
4. 1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-d

Answer: (d) 1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-d

Rewrite the sentence by replacing the bold word with another word, keeping the meaning the same. The scientist proposed a novel approach to solving the complex problem.

1. The scientist proposed an innovative approach to solving the complex problem.
2. The scientist proposed an ancient approach to solving the complex problem.
3. The scientist proposed a tedious approach to solving the complex problem.
4. The scientist proposed a simple approach to solving the complex problem.

Answer: (a) The scientist proposed an innovative approach to solving the complex problem.

Rewrite this sentence in singular form: The cacti thrive in the desert’s harsh conditions.

1. The cactus thrive in the desert’s harsh condition.
2. The cactus thrives in the desert’s harsh condition.
3. The cactuses thrive in the desert’s harsh conditions.
4. The cactuses thrives in the desert’s harsh condition.

Answer: (b) The cactus thrives in the desert’s harsh condition.

Which sentence employs the correct plural noun?

1. The alumni was invited to the centenary celebrations.
2. The alumnus were invited to the centenary celebrations.
3. The alumni were invited to the centenary celebrations.
4. The alumnis were invited to the centenary celebrations.

Answer: (c) The alumni were invited to the centenary celebrations.

In the sentence below, which word is incorrectly used as a plural? The symposiums hosted by the universities were enlightening, and the criterions for participation were clearly stated.

1. symposiums
2. universities
3. criterions
4. participation

Answer: (c) criterions