Letter D – Episode 03 1. What is the meaning of the word “Descend”? A. To rotate quickly B. To go down C. To disappear suddenly Explanation: “Descend” means to go down Example: The plane hit the ground while descending 2. What is the meaning of the word “Describe”? A. To explain or tell in detail B. To remove something C. To delay action Explanation: “Describe” means to explain or tell something clearly Example: She described what happened to the reporter 3. What is the meaning of the word “Desert”? A. A dry land with little water B. A person who fixes things C. A sweet food Explanation: “Desert” refers to dry land with little water Example: There are few animals in the desert 4. What is the meaning of the word “Deserve”? A. To hate deeply B. To stop something from happening C. To be worthy of something Explanation: “Deserve” means to be worthy of a reward or position Example: She deserves to be named the chairperson of the committee 5. What is the meaning of the word “Dessert”? A. A small device B. A sweet food C. A destination or goal Explanation: “Dessert” refers to sweet food usually eaten after a meal Example: I would like to have some dessert after dinner 6. What is the meaning of the word “Destination”? A. A place someone is going to B. A sweet served after meals C. A type of tool Explanation: “Destination” means the place to which someone is going Example: What is your destination Jack? 7. What is the meaning of the word “Destroy”? A. To repair something B.To travel with intention C. To damage something Explanation: “Destroy” means to damage something completely Example: Some of the houses were destroyed by the tornado 8. What is the meaning of the word “Detained”? A. Released early B. Delayed or held back C. Decorated carefully Explanation: “Detained” means to delay or hold someone back Example: The enemy forces detained three of our soldiers 9. What is the meaning of the word “Detect”? A. To discover or find B. To ignore C. To explain Explanation: “Detect” means to find or discover something Example: Stains of blood were detected on his clothes 10. What is the meaning of the word “Determination”? A. Uncertain behavior B. Firmness of purpose C. Desire to escape Explanation: “Determination” means having a strong will to achieve something Example: Your determination will bring you success 11. What is the meaning of the word “Detach”? A. To connect parts B. To separate or remove C. To describe something Explanation: “Detach” means to remove something that is attached Example: You can detach the hood from the jacket 12. What is the meaning of the word “Deter”? A. To encourage someone B. To follow instructions C. To make someone decide not to do something Explanation: “Deter” means to discourage someone from doing something Example: New alarms were installed in the store to deter shoplifters 13. What is the meaning of the word “Deteriorate”? A. To get worse B. To rest C. To become clean Explanation: “Deteriorate” means to become worse in condition Example: The political situation in the region has deteriorated rapidly 14. What is the meaning of the word “Detest”? A. To admire deeply B. To hate or dislike strongly C. To memorize quickly Explanation: “Detest” means to strongly dislike something or someone Example: They absolutely detest each other 15. What is the meaning of the word “Detriment”? A. A cause of damage or harm B. A natural advantage C. A plan for escape Explanation: “Detriment” means something that causes harm or damage Example: He puts all his time into his career to the detriment of his personal life. 16. What is the meaning of the word “Deviate”? A. To stay on track B. To return quickly C. To stray or turn aside Explanation: “Deviate” means to move away from an expected path Example: He likes to deviate from the main subject 17. What is the meaning of the word “Device”? A. A natural element B. A tool or mechanism C. A type of drawing Explanation: “Device” means a machine or tool made for a specific use Example: Washing machines are labor-saving devices 18. What is the meaning of the word “Diagram”? A. A plan or visual drawing B. A story written by hand C. A direction for travel Explanation: “Diagram” means a visual representation of information Example: The doctor wanted a diagram of my digestive system 19. What is the meaning of the word “Diameter”? A. A way to solve a problem B. A round cookie C. A measure across a circle Explanation: “Diameter” means the straight line passing through the center of a circle Example: I want to know the diameter and the circumference of the ball 20. What is the meaning of the phrase “Didn’t have the heart”? A. Couldn’t do something hurtful B. Didn’t eat anything C. Wanted to sing loudly Explanation: “Didn’t have the heart” means being too kind or emotional to do something painful Example: I just didn’t have the heart to tell her I didn’t like her singing Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte Next Episode 4
