Final Round: The English Language Flashcards


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Definition: Difficult to grasp or catch.

  • A) Benevolent
  • B) Elusive
  • C) Meticulous
  • D) Ephemeral

Answer: B) Elusive

2

Definition: To overwhelm or flood with something.

  • A) Inundate
  • B) Voracious
  • C) Ostentatious
  • D) Sagacious

Answer: A) Inundate

3

Definition: Showing kindness and goodwill.

  • A) Incorrigible
  • B) Benevolent
  • C) Meticulous
  • D) Cogent

Answer: B) Benevolent

4

This word refers to a category or type of art, music, literature, or other forms of entertainment, characterized by a particular style, form, or content.

Genre

5

This a fun word that means nonsense or a lot of foolish talk. It's often used when something seems ridiculous, exaggerated, or untrue. It is also the name of a popular board game.

balderdash

6

Which sentence uses the correct homophone?

1. The news about the hurricane deeply affected her emotions.

2. The news about the hurricane deeply effected her emotions.

1. affected is the correct homophone

The news about the hurricane deeply affected her emotions.
Explanation: In this sentence, "affect" is a verb, meaning to influence or have an impact on someone or something.

  • Effect is typically used as a noun, meaning the result or outcome of an action.

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7

True or False?

The English alphabet developed over time, starting with the Phoenicians, passing through the Greeks and Romans, and evolving in England with the introduction of new letters to suit the English language. It wasn't the work of one individual, but rather the product of centuries of linguistic development.

True

8

Which country, where English is an official language, is home to the world's largest English-speaking population that does not have English as the native language of the majority?

A) Nigeria
B) Philippines
C) India
D) South Africa

Answer:
C) India

Explanation: While India has over 1.4 billion people, the majority of its population speaks languages other than English as their first language. However, India has the largest number of English speakers in the world, with over 125 million people using it as a second language. This makes it the largest English-speaking population where English is not the native language of the majority.

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9

Which of the following jobs primarily involves using the English language to create persuasive content for advertisements and marketing materials?

A) Copywriter
B) Journalist
C) Technical Writer
D) Academic Writer

Answer:
A) Copywriter

Explanation: A copywriter focuses on writing persuasive content aimed at promoting products or services, such as advertisements, website copy, and marketing materials. They use the English language to craft compelling messages that engage potential customers.

10

What is considered the most recognized English word in every country

1. yes

2. No

3. Ok

4. Hi

Answer:
3. OK

Explanation:
"OK" is the most recognized English word in nearly every country around the world. It has become a universal term for expressing agreement, understanding, or affirmation. While "yes," "no," and "hi" are also commonly used, "OK" is recognized and used across diverse languages and cultures, making it the most globally recognized English word.