Language & Reading - Synonyms and Antonyms

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In sentence 41, which underlined portion contains a grammatical error?

  • A
  • B
  • C (correct)
  • D

Which word is closest in meaning to 'antipathy'?

  • maligned
  • tarnished
  • occasion (correct)
  • respect

What best describes 'altruistic goals'?

  • loud
  • ambitious
  • unselfish (correct)
  • selfish

If achievements were 'applauded', what also describes this?

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If something is 'defiled' it is primarily being?

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What does 'tugatog ng tagumpay' mean?

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Which of the following words best describes 'mapag-alinlangang puso'?

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Which of the options best completes this sentence: 'Ms. Dinna Lee-Go does not _____ Metro Manila Development Authority’s plan'?

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Choose the grammatically correct option to complete this sentence: 'Berto wore a thin sport shirt when I visited _____ unannounced'

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What is the closest synonym for arduous as used in 'arduous task of rehabilitation'?

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Which word is closest in meaning to deleterious in the phrase 'deleterious effect on the environment'?

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In the context of 'desists foreign invasion', what does desists mean?

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If a service is described as exemplary, which of these would best describe it?

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What does it mean to be devoid of tactical planning as in 'devoid of tactical planning'?

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Which of the following is similar to the meaning of fickle-minded in 'fickle-minded policy maker'?

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What is the closest meaning to languish in the phrase 'languish in pain'?

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What is the most accurate definition of acceded in the phrase 'committee members acceded'?

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Azerbaijanis have _____ hope that their crops will grow again in the oil-polluted land in Baku.

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The music _____ of the ceremony should therefore be expressions which glorify the Lord rather than just the bride and groom.

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The list was compiled through the _____ of the collector.

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Nearly all _____ demand observance of the standard punctuation.

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The _____ were grazing when the lion attacked.

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Miguel has _____ big since I last saw him.

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______ siya ng gatas araw-araw.

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_______ Ningning at Daniel ang naatasang mamuno sa pagpupulong.

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In the phrase 'To Fall from a Great Height', which of the following options is given as a figurative meaning of this?

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What is the meaning of the word 'haunt' as used in the context of the provided text?

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Which of the following best describes the author's tone when writing about the fishball vendor?

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What is the meaning of 'c.v.' as used in the text?

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According to the author, what are Ubaldo Stecconi's main professional roles?

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The author's reaction to the job posting for a fishball vendor can best be described as what?

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Which title most accurately captures the main topic of the article about fishball vendors?

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What central topic is the outline primarily addressing?

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According to the provided outline, what is one of the main headings listed under Design Concepts?

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If a new subheading on 'Unity' is incorporated into the outline, which main heading would it most logically be placed under?

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Based on the text, what role is Louie Beltran primarily recognized for?

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What characteristic is NOT attributed to Louie Beltran as a journalist?

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What was the primary reason for the libel case that former President Aquino filed against Louie Beltran?

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What is the name of Louie Beltran's television program?

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In addition to his column in Inquirer and his television show, what other media platform is mentioned where Louie Beltran contributes?

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What is one of the risks to publishing or broadcasting mentioned by the author about Louie Beltran's work?

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Flashcards

Arduous Task

A task that requires great effort, persistence, and determination.

Deleterious Effect

Having a harmful or damaging effect.

Desists

To stop or cease engaging in an activity.

Exemplary Services

Serving as an example; outstanding or worthy of imitation.

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Devoid of

Lacking something completely.

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Fickle-minded

Lacking consistency or reliability; easily swayed.

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Extricate Himself

To free or release someone from a difficult situation.

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Benign Acts

Kind and compassionate acts that aim to help others.

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Antipathy

A feeling of intense dislike or aversion.

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Altruistic

Someone who is concerned with the welfare of others and acts selflessly.

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Applaud

To praise or express approval for an achievement.

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Defile

To make something impure, unclean, or morally corrupt.

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Hesitant

A feeling of hesitation or uncertainty.

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Agree with

To agree with something or someone.

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him

A pronoun referring to the person being talked about.

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Perseverance

A noun referring to the quality of persisting in a difficult or challenging task.

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Which possessive pronoun is correct?

The correct answer is 'whose'. 'Whose' is a possessive pronoun that refers to the land in Baku. The sentence means that Azerbaijanis have a lot of hope for the land's recovery from oil pollution.

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Which word describes the amount of hope correctly?

The correct answer is 'little'. 'Little' is used to describe the amount of hope. It means that Azerbaijanis don't have much hope regarding their crops.

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Which modal verb is correct in this sentence?

The correct answer is 'should'. 'Should' suggests a strong suggestion or recommendation.

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Which noun describes the action of the collector?

The correct answer is 'kindness'. The sentence implies that the list was a result of the helpful and generous actions of the collector.

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Which plural form is correct?

The correct answer is 'editors-in-chief'. The plural form is required in this context as it refers to multiple individuals.

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What's the correct plural form of 'deer'?

The correct answer is 'deer'. 'Deer' is the correct plural form of 'deer'. It's one of the few nouns that uses the same form for both singular and plural.

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Which form of the verb 'grow' is correct?

The correct answer is 'grown'. 'Grown' is the past participle of the verb 'grow'. It's used to indicate a change in size.

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What is the correct verb conjugation for 'drinks' in Tagalog?

The correct answer is 'Umiinom'. 'Umiinom' is the present tense of the verb 'uminom' (to drink) in Tagalog and implies that Miguel drinks milk regularly.

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What is an error in grammar?

A grammatical error in a sentence.

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Subject-Verb Agreement

A verb must agree in number with its subject. This means that if the subject is singular, the verb must be singular, and if the subject is plural, the verb must be plural.

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Pronoun Agreement

Pronouns should agree with their antecedents in number, gender, and person.

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Clear Pronoun Reference

A pronoun should refer clearly to its antecedent, the word or words it replaces.

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Parallel Structure

The way words join together in a sentence should make sense and be grammatically correct.

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Punctuation

The correct use of commas, periods, etc. to separate parts of a sentence.

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Word Choice

The correct choice of words to express an idea accurately and clearly.

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Appropriate Language

The choice of words should be appropriate for the context and audience.

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What does 'haunt' mean?

To bother or haunt a place or person.

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What is a 'translator'?

A person who translates languages.

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What is an 'academic'?

A person who studies and teaches at a university.

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What is a 'resumé'?

A written summary of one's qualifications and experience, often used for job applications.

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What tone does the author portray?

The author is showing a sense of confusion or bewilderment.

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How would you describe the author's attitude?

The author uses humor or mockery to convey a point.

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What are 'Design Basics'?

The elements and principles of design, including point, line, form, size, scale, proportion, etc.

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What is 'Design as an Expressive Medium'?

The way in which design elements are organized to create a visual effect.

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Design as an Expressive Medium

Design as an Expressive Medium is a main heading related to design principles and how they can be used to communicate ideas and emotions effectively.

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Visual Perception and Visual Impression

Visual Perception and Visual Impression refer to the way humans perceive and interpret visual information, influencing their understanding of design.

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Who is Louie Beltran?

Louie Beltran is a respected commentator in Philippine print and broadcast media, known for his balanced and insightful commentary.

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What kind of journalist is Louie Beltran?

Louie Beltran is known for his impartiality and fairness in covering news and current events. He maintains a neutral perspective in his reporting.

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Why was Louie Beltran sued for libel?

Louie Beltran's publication of an article that allegedly portrayed former President Aquino in a negative light led to a libel case against him.

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What is the name of Louie Beltran's television program?

Ang Brigada Siete is a weekly television program hosted by Louie Beltran on Channel 7, where he provides his insightful commentary.

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What design principle emphasizes visual harmony?

Unity is a design principle that focuses on creating a cohesive and harmonious visual composition, where all elements work together as a unified whole.

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What design concept deals with object dimensions?

Size and Scale is a design concept that explores the relative dimensions of objects within a composition, affecting their visual dominance and impact.

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Study Notes

Language & Reading - Synonyms

  • Arduous task of rehabilitation: Synonyms include challenging, difficult, and exigent. Straightforward is not a synonym.
  • Deleterious effect on the environment: Synonyms include devastating and harmful; beneficial is the opposite.
  • Desists foreign invasion: Synonyms include stop and embrace. Continue and welcome are not synonyms.
  • Exemplary services of the journalists: Synonyms include commendable and prolific; cautionary and fraudulent are not synonyms.
  • Devoid of tactical planning: Synonyms include critical, lacking, and comprehensive. Present is not a synonym.
  • Fickle-minded policy maker: Synonyms include enigmatic, treacherous, and indecisive; charismatic is not a synonym.
  • Languish in pain: Synonyms include become weak, faint, and vulnerable; flourish is not a synonym.

Language & Reading - Antonyms

  • Bitterness evoked by the war: Antonyms include kindness and lessons. Resentment and awareness are not antonyms.
  • Committee members acceded: Antonym is approved.

Spelling

  • Correct spelling of occasion: occasion

Sentence Completion

  • Ms. Dinna Lee-Go does not agree with the Metro Manila Development Authority's plan of bulldozing the Katipunan Avenue islands in the name of traffic decongestion.

Reading Comprehension

  • Leslie Cheung's death: Leslie Cheung committed suicide by leaping from a hotel.
  • Definition of haunt: The meaning of this word in this passage is a favorite place to spend time or hang out.
  • Author's tone: The author wrote in a sarcastic tone about the celebrity's death.
  • Meaning of cv: A CV is a resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Ubaldo Stecconi's role: Ubaldo Stecconi, a translator and academic, indicated a sign "WANTED: FISHBALL AND QUIKIAM VENDOR".

Design and Human Perception

  • Outline topics: The outline covers Design and Human Perception, Elements of Design, and Design Concepts.
  • Main idea of the outline: The main idea of the outline is Design as an expressive medium.

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