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In the sentence “Take a minute to calm down before replying,” what does “calm down” mean?
  • A. Stand up
  • B. Become relaxed
  • C. Hurry away
  • D. Grow stronger
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
“Calm down” means become less angry or nervous.
Related Question 1
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 2
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 3
In the sentence “I need to brush up on my Spanish before the trip,” what does “brush up on” mean?
  • A. Translate into
  • B. Refresh or improve knowledge of
  • C. Avoid speaking
  • D. Teach from the start
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
“Brush up on” means refresh a skill, memory, or knowledge. citeturn13search0
Related Question 4
In the sentence “A new manager will take over next week,” what does “take over” mean?
  • A. Hand back control
  • B. Close the office
  • C. Assume control or responsibility
  • D. Go on vacation
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
“Take over” means begin controlling or managing something. citeturn20search10
Related Question 5
In the sentence “We set off before sunrise,” what does “set off” mean?
  • A. Started a journey
  • B. Caused an explosion
  • C. Brightened a color
  • D. Postponed the trip
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
“Set off” means begin a journey. citeturn18search16