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Synonyms

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What is a synonym of 'Husbandry'?

A
Business
B
Illicit
C
Rules
D
Agriculture
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'husbandry' refers to the care, cultivation, and breeding of crops and animals, which is closely related to 'agriculture'. Therefore, 'Agriculture' is the correct synonym.

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Antonyms

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Which of the following words is the opposite of the English slang word 'Bigsie'?

A
Arrogant
B
Selfish
C
Humble
D
Naughty
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'Humble' is the opposite of 'Bigsie' (a slang term meaning arrogant or boastful). 'Bigsie' implies someone who is proud or arrogant, so 'Humble' correctly represents the antonym.

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One Word Substitutes

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English

Departing from an accepted standard is called?

A
Aberrant
B
Avoid
C
Attract
D
None of the above
Explanation and memory cue

The term 'Aberrant' means deviating from the accepted standard or norm, which directly answers the question. The other options do not relate to departing from a standard.

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Prefixes

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English

What does the English prefix "Sino-" mean?

A
Chinese
B
French
C
American
D
Japanese
Explanation and memory cue

The prefix "Sino-" is used in English to refer to China or Chinese things, such as in "Sino-American relations." Therefore, the correct meaning of the prefix "Sino-" is "Chinese."

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Prepositions

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English

The lake is almost 900 feet _____ sea level.

A
Under
B
Below
C
Both
D
None of the above
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to indicate a position lower than sea level is 'below.' 'Under' is generally used for physical coverage or being beneath something, but 'below sea level' is the standard phrase in English. Therefore, 'below' is the correct choice.

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Antonyms

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What is the antonym of 'Essential'?

A
Optional
B
Nought
C
Minors
D
Trivial
Explanation and memory cue

The antonym of 'Essential' is 'Optional,' meaning something that is not necessary. 'Trivial' means unimportant but does not directly oppose 'Essential' as clearly as 'Optional' does.

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Idioms and Phrases

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What does the idiom "Between Scylla and Charybdis" mean?

A
Between two lovers
B
Between two dangers/evils
C
Between two parties
D
Between two happy moments
Explanation and memory cue

The idiom "Between Scylla and Charybdis" means being caught between two dangers or evils, where avoiding one risk leads to encountering another. This originates from Greek mythology where sailors had to navigate between two deadly sea hazards.

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Antonyms

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English

What is the antonym of 'bibulous'?

A
Careful
B
Inspired
C
Sober
D
Sot
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'bibulous' means fond of drinking alcohol or absorbent. Its antonym is 'sober,' which means not intoxicated or not drinking alcohol. Therefore, option C is the correct antonym.

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Prepositions

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English

She slept ______ she was watching the movie.

A
While
B
During
C
Between
D
None of the above
Explanation and memory cue

The sentence 'She slept ______ she was watching the movie.' is incorrect with all options except 'None of the above' because 'while' implies simultaneous actions, but sleeping and watching a movie cannot happen at the same time. Therefore, none of the given prepositions fit correctly.

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Antonyms

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English

What is the antonym of 'Accord'?

A
Solution
B
Act
C
Withhold
D
Concord
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'Accord' means agreement or harmony. The primary antonyms of 'Accord' include 'disagreement,' 'discord,' 'conflict,' and 'dissent.' Among the given options, 'Withhold' (C) is the closest to an antonym in the context of withholding agreement or consent, even though it is not a perfect antonym. 'Concord' (D) means agreement and is a synonym, not an antonym. 'Solution' and 'Act' are unrelated to the meaning of 'Accord.' Therefore, option C is the best choice among the provided options.