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Prepositions With 'Used'

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English

I am used ____ speaking English.

A
with
B
of
C
to
D
Both B & C
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'used' in this context is 'to' when followed by a gerund (verb+ing). The phrase 'used to speaking English' means being accustomed to speaking English. Option C is correct, while 'of' is incorrect here, and 'Both B & C' is invalid because only 'to' fits grammatically.

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Vocabulary

easy
English

What is the antonym of "conversant"?

A
inexperienced
B
unprepared
C
shy
D
unpretentious
Explanation and memory cue

The word "conversant" means familiar or knowledgeable about a subject. Its antonym is "inexperienced," which means lacking knowledge or skill in a particular area. The other options do not directly oppose the meaning of "conversant."

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Vocabulary

easy
English

What is a synonym of "emolument"?

A
anything that softens
B
praise
C
profit
D
expression of approval
Explanation and memory cue

The word "emolument" means a profit, salary, or fee from employment or office. Among the options, "profit" is the correct synonym.

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Vocabulary

easy
English

The practice of employing spies in war is?

A
esplande
B
espadrille
C
estrangement
D
espionage
Explanation and memory cue

The practice of employing spies in war is called espionage, which involves gathering secret information about enemies. The other options are unrelated words.

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Figures Of Speech

easy
English

A noisy and bombastic speech addressed to a large assembly is?

A
rhetoric
B
cacophony
C
harangue
D
oration
Explanation and memory cue

A 'harangue' is a noisy, bombastic speech addressed to a large assembly, often lengthy and aggressive. The other options do not specifically mean a loud or bombastic speech: 'rhetoric' refers to the art of effective speaking or writing, 'cacophony' means harsh or discordant sounds, and 'oration' is a formal speech but not necessarily noisy or bombastic.

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Animal Vocabulary

easy
English

What is the young one of a horse called?

A
piglet
B
lamb
C
calf
D
colt
Explanation and memory cue

The young one of a horse is called a colt (male) or filly (female). Among the options, 'colt' correctly refers to a young male horse, while the others refer to young animals of different species.

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Prepositions

easy
English

Sana is different _____ other girls.

A
than
B
with
C
from
D
to
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use after 'different' when comparing is 'from'. Therefore, 'Sana is different from other girls' is the correct sentence.

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Vocabulary

easy
English

Which word means 'bound to be done'?

A
soliloquy
B
indispensable
C
sinecure
D
indelible
Explanation and memory cue

The word 'indispensable' means absolutely necessary or bound to be done, fitting the meaning of 'which is bound to be done.' The other options do not convey this meaning: 'soliloquy' is a speech, 'sinecure' is a position requiring little work, and 'indelible' means permanent or unforgettable.

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Idiomatic Expressions

easy
English

The rather humid climate in no way _______ from the beauty of the place.

A
protracts
B
subtracts
C
detracts
D
attracts
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase 'in no way detracts from' means that the humid climate does not reduce or lessen the beauty of the place. 'Detracts' is the correct verb here, as it means to diminish the worth or value of something.

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Idiomatic Expressions

easy
English

To run away with a lover is?

A
deceive
B
cheat
C
escape
D
elope
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase 'to run away with a lover' specifically means to 'elope,' which is to run away secretly to get married, making option D the correct choice.