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Current Question
In the sentence “The children settled down after a few minutes,” what does “settled down” mean?
  • A. Moved house
  • B. Became calm
  • C. Stood in line
  • D. Laughed loudly
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
“Settle down” means become quieter and calmer. citeturn18search5
Related Question 1
In the sentence “You should cut down on junk food,” what does “cut down on” mean?
  • A. Hand out more of
  • B. Pay more for
  • C. Reduce the amount of
  • D. Store for later
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
“Cut down on” means consume less of something.
Related Question 2
In the sentence “The child threw up after the long bus ride,” what does “threw up” mean?
  • A. Vomited
  • B. Surrendered
  • C. Lifted high
  • D. Woke suddenly
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
“Throw up” means vomit. citeturn21search20
Related Question 3
In the sentence “Please put away your books after class,” what does “put away” mean?
  • A. Lend to others
  • B. Place in the usual storage spot
  • C. Read aloud
  • D. Tear up
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
“Put away” means return something to where it belongs. citeturn17search13
Related Question 4
In the sentence “The painkiller wore off after a few hours,” what does “wore off” mean?
  • A. Became stronger
  • B. Gradually disappeared
  • C. Was replaced
  • D. Caused sleep
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
“Wear off” means fade gradually.
Related Question 5
In the sentence “Her missing cat turned up after two days,” what does “turned up” mean?
  • A. Became noisy
  • B. Changed direction
  • C. Was sold
  • D. Appeared unexpectedly
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
“Turn up” means appear unexpectedly.