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Adjective Suffixes – Quiz 1
Adjective Suffixes Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the understanding of adjective formation from verbs, nouns, and other word roots using various suffixes. It covers skills such as forming adjectives with "-able", describing emotions or states, and recognizing appropriate adjectives for specific situations.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
A suffix that means "without"
A) -ish.
B) -less.
C) -full.
D) -THE.
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Explanations:
The suffix "-less" means "without." For example, "careless" means without care, and "helpless" means without help. This is why option B) -less is the correct answer.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
-ish typically means "like" or "similar to," such as in "childish."
Option B:
-less means "without," which is accurate.
Option C:
-full means "filled with," like "happiness" (happy + ness).
Option D:
-THE does not exist as a suffix in English.
2.
It's ..... to get a low mark after you've studied hard.
A) Discouraging.
B) Discouraged.
C) Discourageful.
D) None of above.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) Discouraging.
The word "discouraging" functions as an adjective here, describing the feeling one might have after studying hard but receiving a low mark. It ends with the suffix "-ing," which is commonly used to form adjectives from verbs.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Discouraging" is an adjective formed by adding the suffix "-ing" to the verb "discourage."
Option B:
Incorrect. "Discouraged" is a past participle form of the verb "discourage," not an adjective in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Discourageful" is not a valid word or suffix formation in English.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
3.
My ..... is like a brother to me.
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Explanations:
The adjective suffix "-like" in the sentence "My ... is like a brother to me." indicates that the noun should be something similar to a brother, but not necessarily a blood relation. A cousin fits this description well as cousins are often considered close and can act like brothers or sisters.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Cousin is a relative who can have a close relationship akin to that of a brother.
Option B:
Incorrect. While cousin shares the same correct answer, it's listed twice which is redundant and not typically how such questions are structured in exams.
4.
She wondered who'd sent her the ..... email.
A) Useless.
B) Mysterious.
C) Enjoyable.
D) Endless.
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Explanations:
The adjective "mysterious" is the correct choice because it best describes an email that a person wonders about, indicating its origin is unknown and intriguing. An email can be described as mysterious when one does not know who sent it or why they received such a message.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Useless - This adjective implies the email had no value or purpose, which doesn't align with wondering about its sender.
Option B:
Mysterious - Correct. It suggests an unknown origin and intrigue, fitting for a situation where one wonders who sent it.
Option C:
Enjoyable - This adjective implies the email was pleasant or entertaining, which doesn't fit with wondering about its sender.
Option D:
Endless - This suggests the email went on and on without end, which is not related to wondering about who sent it.
5.
I hate the cockroach. It make me feel .....
A) Disgusted.
B) Disgusting.
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Explanations:
Option A is correct because "disgusted" functions as an adjective describing the feeling caused by the cockroach, whereas "disgusting" would describe the cockroach itself rather than the feeling it evokes.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Adjective correctly modifying a feeling.
Option B:
Incorrect as it describes the cockroach, not the feeling.
6.
The architects have made ..... use of glass and transparent plastic.
A) Imaginary.
B) Imaginous.
C) Imaginative.
D) Imaginable.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) Imaginative.
The word "imaginative" means creative and inventive, which fits well with the context of architects making use of glass and transparent plastic in a creative manner. This adjective accurately describes the innovative approach to design.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Imaginary - refers to something that is not real or existing only in the imagination, which does not fit the context.
Option B:
Imaginous - this word is not commonly used and does not have a clear meaning related to creativity or design.
Option C:
Imaginative - describes someone who uses their creativity in designing with glass and transparent plastic, fitting the context perfectly.
Option D:
Imaginable - means that something can be imagined but does not convey the sense of creative use or design approach as "imaginative" does.
7.
Someone or something that is ..... can be trusted or believed because he, she or it works or behaves well in the way you expect.
A) Traditional.
B) Original.
C) Reliable.
D) Innovative.
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Explanations:
The term "reliable" means that someone or something can be trusted or believed because they consistently work or behave in the way you expect. This aligns with the definition provided in the question.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Traditional refers to being old-fashioned or adhering to established customs, not necessarily about trustworthiness.
Option B:
Original means being new or existing from the beginning, which does not imply trustworthiness.
Option C:
Reliable is correct as it directly relates to trust and consistent behavior as expected.
Option D:
Innovative refers to being new or creative, not necessarily about reliability or trustworthiness.
8.
The root word of delightful is .....
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Explanations:
The root word of "delightful" is
delight
. This is because the suffix "-ful" in English typically means "full of" or "characterized by." In this case, "delightful" means full of delight.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The root word "delight" forms the core meaning of delightful.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Ful" is not a complete or meaningful root in this context.
9.
Which of these adjective cannot make the opposite with-ful.
A) Endless.
B) Useless.
C) Thoughtless.
D) Colourless.
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Explanations:
The adjective "endless" cannot form an antonym using the suffix "-ful." The typical opposite of "endless" is "finite," which does not use this suffix. In contrast, adjectives like "useless" (opposite: useful), "thoughtless" (opposite: thoughtful), and "colourless" (opposite: colorful) can form their antonyms using the "-ful" suffix.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Endless" cannot make an opposite with "-ful." The typical opposite is "finite."
Option B:
"Useless" - Opposite: useful (uses -ful)
Option C:
"Thoughtless" - Opposite: thoughtful (uses -ful)
Option D:
"Colourless" - Opposite: colorful (uses -ful)
10.
The weather is very ..... (CHANGE) at this time of year.
A) Changeable.
B) Changeible.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) Changeable.
This word is the standard and more commonly used form in English, whereas "changeible" does not exist as a valid adjective.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
The suffix "-able" is correctly attached to the verb "change," forming an adjective meaning capable of being changed.
Option B:
There is no such word in English, making it incorrect.
11.
This house is really huge. The living room is .....
A) Noisy.
B) Impressive.
C) Suitable.
D) Spacious.
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Explanations:
The adjective "spacious" is the most appropriate choice to describe a living room in a huge house, as it directly relates to the size and openness of the space, which aligns with the context provided by the statement that the house is really huge.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Noisy - This adjective describes sound levels rather than the physical characteristics of a room. It does not fit the context.
Option B:
Impressive - While this could be true, it is more subjective and less directly related to the size or layout of the living room compared to "spacious."
Option C:
Suitable - This adjective implies appropriateness for a purpose but does not describe the physical characteristics of the space. It is too vague in this context.
Option D:
Spacious - This directly describes the size and openness, making it the most fitting choice given that the house is huge.
12.
When asked about his decision, he got very .....
A) Defendous.
B) Defensary.
C) Defendant.
D) Defensive.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Defensive.
The word "defensive" is the appropriate adjective form to describe someone who reacts in a way that shows they are trying to protect themselves, which fits well with the context of being asked about a decision.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Defendous" is not a valid English word.
Option B:
"Defensary" is also not a valid English word.
Option C:
"Defendant" refers to someone who is accused of a crime, which does not fit the context.
Option D:
"Defensive" correctly describes someone reacting in a protective manner when questioned about their decision.
13.
He was elected by ..... votes.
A) Fabulous.
B) Unanimous.
C) Hazardous.
D) Joyous.
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Explanations:
Unanimous means that everyone agreed, so if someone was elected unanimously, it implies a vote of 100% agreement without any opposition. This fits the context where "He was elected by" suggests a voting process, and unanimous is the only option that describes all votes in favor.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Fabulous - Not an adjective describing how he was elected.
Option B:
Unanimous - Correct as it means everyone agreed, fitting a voting context.
Option C:
Hazardous - Not related to the act of being elected by votes.
Option D:
Joyous - Describes feeling but not how he was elected.
14.
Having Alex around is ..... to ask questions
A) Helpless.
B) Helping.
C) Helped.
D) Helpful.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Helpful.
The phrase "Having Alex around is helpful to ask questions" uses the adjective "helpful" correctly as it describes the state of having Alex around in relation to asking questions. Adjectives like "helpful" are used to describe nouns or pronouns and modify their meaning.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Helpless" means lacking the ability or power to help, which does not fit the context of having someone around who can be asked questions.
Option B:
"Helping" is a present participle and would typically require an object, making it grammatically incorrect in this context.
Option C:
"Helped" is a past tense verb form, which does not fit the context of describing the state or quality of having someone around.
Option D:
"Helpful" correctly describes the state of Alex being present to facilitate asking questions.
15.
Many people still read a daily newspaper. What does the word "daily" mean?
A) Happening, done or produced every day.
B) The normal order and way in which you regularly do things.
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Explanations:
The word "daily" in the context of a newspaper means that it is produced and distributed every day, making option A correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Happening, done or produced every day. This accurately describes the frequency of a daily newspaper.
Option B:
The normal order and way in which you regularly do things. This does not specifically relate to the concept of "daily" as it pertains to newspapers being published each day.
16.
Officer Rob took ..... action in jumping into the river when he noticed the car stuck in the water.
A) Fearlessly.
B) Decisive.
C) Expressionless.
D) Unemotional.
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Explanations:
"Decisive" is the correct adjective to describe Officer Rob's action because it indicates that he acted without hesitation, which is a key characteristic of someone who jumps into a river to save someone from a stuck car. This word fits well with the context and conveys the urgency and promptness required in such a situation.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Fearlessly - While this could describe his bravery, it doesn't specifically convey the quick decision-making aspect.
Option B:
Decisive - Correct. It accurately describes the prompt and confident action taken by Officer Rob.
Option C:
Expressionless - This does not fit as it implies a lack of emotion, which is not relevant to the situation described.
Option D:
Unemotional - Similar to Option C, this does not describe the quick action taken by Officer Rob.
17.
Adjective suffixes
A) Change the meaning of a base word.
B) Change the meaning of a prefix.
C) Allow an adjective to act like an adverb.
D) Replace noun suffixes.
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Explanations:
Adjective suffixes modify the meaning of a base word, turning it into an adjective that describes another noun. For example, adding "-ful" to "care" creates "caring," which describes someone's attitude towards care.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Adjective suffixes change the meaning of a base word by transforming it into an adjective.
Option B:
Incorrect. Prefixes, not suffixes, are typically used to modify the meaning at the beginning of a word.
Option C:
Incorrect. Adjective suffixes do not change adjectives into adverbs; they remain adjectives.
Option D:
Incorrect. Suffixes do not replace noun suffixes but add to them, modifying the base word's function and meaning.
18.
This phone doesn't cost much. It is quite .....
A) Luxurious.
B) Profitable.
C) Affordable.
D) Expensive.
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Explanations:
The sentence "This phone doesn't cost much. It is quite affordable." uses the adjective "affordable" to describe the phone, which aligns with the context of it not costing much. The suffix "-able" in "affordable" indicates a capability or suitability for an action, making it appropriate here.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Luxurious - This adjective means extravagant and is opposite to the meaning implied by the sentence.
Option B:
Profitable - This refers to something that yields profit or gain, which does not fit the context of cost.
Option C:
Affordable - Correct. It means can be bought without difficulty because one has enough money, fitting the sentence's meaning well.
Option D:
Expensive - This adjective indicates high cost, contradicting the statement that the phone doesn't cost much.
19.
The soldiers had a ..... welcome home.
A) Joyous.
B) Poisonous.
C) Mountainous.
D) Glamorous.
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Explanations:
The adjective "joyous" correctly describes a welcoming atmosphere that is happy and celebratory, fitting the context of soldiers returning home after a period away.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Joyous - Correct. It accurately conveys a positive reception.
Option B:
Poisonous - Incorrect. This implies something harmful or unpleasant, which does not fit the context of a homecoming celebration.
Option C:
Mountainous - Incorrect. This describes something large in size but is unrelated to describing an emotional response to a welcome home scenario.
Option D:
Glamorous - While this can describe attractiveness, it does not specifically convey the celebratory and happy tone of a welcoming home event for soldiers.
20.
Your behavior is unworthy and ..... to your friends.
A) Prosperous.
B) Poisonous.
C) Marvelous.
D) Traitorous.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Traitorous.
The suffix "-ous" in English often indicates a quality or state, such as "unworthy." "Traitorous," meaning disloyal to one's friends or country, fits well with the context of the sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Prosperous means wealthy or successful. It does not fit the context.
Option B:
Poisonous refers to something harmful. It is too strong and inappropriate for this context.
Option C:
Marvelous means wonderful or amazing. It does not convey a negative quality as required by "unworthy."
Option D:
Traitorous, meaning disloyal, fits the context perfectly.
21.
Watching series is a ..... way to learn English
A) Useless.
B) Using.
C) Used.
D) Useful.
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Explanations:
"Useful" is the correct adjective to describe watching series as a way to learn English because it conveys that this method has beneficial qualities for language acquisition, making it an effective approach.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Useless" would imply that watching series does not help in learning English, which is incorrect.
Option B:
"Using" is a verb and does not function as an adjective to describe the method of learning.
Option C:
"Used" is a past participle and also does not serve as an adjective here.
Option D:
"Useful" correctly functions as an adjective, describing that watching series can be beneficial for English language learning.
22.
Rethink Robotics developed Baxter to work ..... with humans in a manufacturing environment.
A) Collaboratively.
B) Repetitively.
C) Tirelessly.
D) Autonomously.
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Explanations:
Collaboratively is the correct answer because it describes how Baxter was designed to work alongside humans in a shared workspace, ensuring safety and efficiency through cooperative interaction.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Collaborative robots (cobots) are specifically engineered to operate safely with human workers.
Option B:
Repetitively suggests a monotonous task without the need for human interaction, which does not align with Baxter's design purpose.
Option C:
Tirelessly implies continuous operation without rest or human intervention, which is not the focus of Baxter’s design.
Option D:
Autonomously means operating independently, which would exclude human interaction and collaboration.
23.
He gave an ..... speech in front of graduates.
A) Inspirative.
B) Inspirationous.
C) Inspirational.
D) Inspirationary.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) Inspirational.
The suffix "-al" in "inspirational" correctly modifies the noun "speech," making it an adjective that describes the quality of the speech. In contrast, options B (Inspirationous), D (Inspirationary) are not standard English adjectives derived from "inspire."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect; "Inspirative" is not a recognized adjective form.
Option B:
Incorrect; "Inspirationous" is not a standard English word.
Option C:
Correct; "Inspirational" is the proper adjective derived from "inspire."
Option D:
Incorrect; "Inspirationary" is not commonly used as an adjective in this context.
24.
The roads were ..... for driving because of the icy conditions.
A) Poisonous.
B) Hazardous.
C) Marvelous.
D) Famous.
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Explanations:
The adjective "hazardous" is the correct choice because it accurately describes a condition that poses a risk or danger, which fits the scenario of icy roads making driving unsafe.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Poisonous" refers to something harmful through ingestion and does not fit the context of road conditions.
Option B:
"Hazardous" means dangerous or risky, which is appropriate for icy roads that can cause accidents.
Option C:
"Marvelous" implies wonderful or excellent, which does not describe a condition suitable for driving.
Option D:
"Famous" indicates well-known and does not relate to the safety of road conditions.
25.
It was the most embarrass ..... moment of my life!
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) Ing.
The word "embarrass" in the sentence needs to be transformed into its adjectival form, which requires adding the suffix "-ing". This transformation turns it into "embarrassing", describing a moment as being the most embarrassing of your life.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Ed. Incorrect; this would make the word past participle ("embarrassed"), not an adjective.
Option B:
Ing. Correct; it forms "embarrassing", a present participle and adjective describing the moment.
26.
It was such a /an ..... day that I was exhausted when I got home
A) Easy.
B) Sensitive.
C) Stressful.
D) Hopeful.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) Stressful.
The sentence indicates a day that was demanding and tiring, leading to exhaustion upon returning home. "Stressful" accurately conveys this sense of mental or emotional strain, which logically results in feeling exhausted.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Easy - This would imply the opposite of being exhausted.
Option B:
Sensitive - While it could relate to emotions, it doesn't directly cause exhaustion.
Option C:
Stressful - Correct as it explains why one is exhausted after a day.
Option D:
Hopeful - This would suggest positive feelings and energy, not exhaustion.
27.
On Wednesday there will be a ..... eclipse of the sun.
A) PARTIES.
B) Partial.
C) Leaving.
D) Parts.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) Partial.
An eclipse of the sun can be described as a partial eclipse, where only part of the Sun's disk is obscured by the Moon. The word "partial" here functions as an adjective to describe the type of eclipse.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Parties are unrelated to solar eclipses and do not function as adjectives.
Option B:
Partial correctly describes a part of the Sun being obscured, fitting the adjective role here.
Option C:
Leaving is a verb and does not describe an eclipse type.
Option D:
Parts are nouns and do not function as adjectives in this context.
28.
They should ban logging before the situation becomes .....
A) Hopeless.
B) Hopefull.
C) Hopeful.
D) Hopable.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) Hopeless.
In this context, "hopeless" appropriately conveys a situation that has no chance of improvement, making it the most fitting adjective to complete the sentence logically and grammatically. The other options do not make sense in this context: "Hopefull" and "Hopeful" are misspellings or incorrect forms, while "Hopable" is not a valid English word.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Hopeless" means without hope, fitting the context of needing to ban logging before it's too late.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Hopefull" is not a valid English word and does not make sense in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Hopeful" means full of hope, which contradicts the need for action before it's too late.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Hopable" is not a valid English word and does not make sense in this context.
29.
..... housing isn't enough-we also need job opportunities.
A) Dangerous.
B) Enjoyable.
C) Affordable.
D) Innovative.
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Explanations:
The sentence "..... housing isn't enough-we also need job opportunities." implies a comparison between the availability of housing and the necessity for employment opportunities, suggesting that while housing is important, it is not sufficient on its own. The correct answer, C) Affordable, does not directly address this comparison but rather focuses on the cost aspect of housing, which could be relevant in a broader context of living conditions.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Dangerous - Irrelevant to the sentence's meaning.
Option B:
Enjoyable - Not related to the necessity for job opportunities.
Option C:
Affordable - Relevant as it pertains to housing costs, which can be a factor in overall living conditions.
Option D:
Innovative - Unrelated to the sentence's context of housing and employment needs.
30.
It's ..... to walk around on your own late at night. (danger)
A) Dangerian.
B) Dangerish.
C) Dangeran.
D) Dangerous.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Dangerous.
The word "danger" can be transformed into an adjective by adding the suffix "-ous," which changes it to "dangerous." This transformation indicates that walking alone late at night could be risky or perilous.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. There is no such word as "Dangerian."
Option B:
Incorrect. While "Dangerish" might sound similar, it is not a standard English adjective form.
Option C:
Incorrect. The correct suffix to use with "danger" is "-ous," not "-an."
Option D:
Correct. "Dangerous" properly conveys the risk associated with walking alone late at night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are adjective suffixes?
Adjective suffixes are endings added to words, typically nouns or verbs, to form adjectives. For example, the verb "to like" can be transformed into an adjective by adding "-like," creating a word like "likable."
How do adjective suffixes help in forming adjectives?
Adjective suffixes provide a way to modify nouns or verbs into adjectives, often indicating qualities, states, or actions. For instance, the suffix "-ful" can be added to "care" to form "careful," which describes someone who is careful.
Can you give examples of common adjective suffixes?
Yes, some common adjective suffixes include "-ful" (e.g., hopeful), "-ive" (e.g., active), and "-ous" (e.g., dangerous). These suffixes are frequently used to create adjectives that describe qualities or states.
How do adjective suffixes apply in real-life contexts?
Adjective suffixes are commonly found in everyday language, such as "affordable" (from the verb "to afford"), which describes something that can be bought or obtained within one's means. They also appear in technical terms like "collaborative," used to describe robots designed for teamwork.
What is the difference between reliable adjective suffixes and other types?
Reliable adjective suffixes, like "-able" or "-ible," are used to form adjectives that indicate ability, capacity, or potential. For example, "collaborative" describes something that can be done together with others, while "dangerous" indicates a risk or hazard.