Multiple-meaning words 1 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "bark" correctly to mean the sound a dog makes? The bark of the tree was rough and thick. The dog’s bark was loud and startled everyone. She used a knife to peel the bark from the branch. The carpenter used bark to polish the wood. "Bark" can refer to the sound a dog makes or the outer covering of a tree. In this sentence, "bark" correctly refers to the sound a dog makes. 2 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "current" correctly to mean the flow of electricity? The current news update was broadcasted live. They swam against the strong current in the river. The electrical current was too high and caused a short circuit. She remained current with all her assignments. "Current" can refer to the flow of water, the flow of electricity, or something happening now. In this sentence, "current" correctly refers to the flow of electricity. 3 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "lead" correctly to mean a type of metal? She decided to lead the team to victory. The pipe was made of lead and needed to be replaced. He followed her lead during the dance. The tour guide will lead the group through the museum. "Lead" can refer to a type of metal or the act of guiding. In this sentence, "lead" correctly refers to the type of metal. 4 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "park" correctly to mean an area where people can relax and play? They decided to park the car under the shade. The park was full of children playing and families having picnics. She used the software to park her data. The mechanic will park the engine in the car. "Park" can refer to an area for relaxation and play, or the action of stopping a vehicle. In this sentence, "park" correctly refers to the area where people can relax and play. 5 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "bat" correctly to mean an implement used in baseball? The bat flew out of the cave at dusk. She swung the bat and hit a home run. The haunted house was filled with bats. He used a bat to secure the tent. "Bat" can refer to a flying mammal or an implement used in sports like baseball. In this sentence, "bat" correctly refers to the implement used in baseball. 6 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "row" correctly to mean a line of things? They got into a loud row about politics. He had to row the boat across the lake. The students sat in a row during the assembly. She will row in the regatta next weekend. "Row" can refer to a line of things or people, a quarrel, or the act of propelling a boat. In this sentence, "row" correctly refers to a line of things or people. 7 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "match" correctly to mean a contest? She struck a match to light the candle. They watched an exciting tennis match. The curtains match the sofa perfectly. He used a match to start the fire. "Match" can refer to a contest, something that pairs well, or a tool to start a fire. In this sentence, "match" correctly refers to a contest. 8 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "light" correctly to mean not heavy? The light in the room was very bright. He had a light breakfast before his run. The feather was so light it floated in the air. She decided to light the candles for the dinner. "Light" can refer to illumination, something not heavy, or the act of igniting. In this sentence, "light" correctly refers to something not heavy. 9 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "season" correctly to mean a period of the year? She decided to season the chicken with herbs. The athlete is in peak season form. Spring is my favorite season of the year. He bought season tickets for the theater. "Season" can refer to a period of the year, the act of adding flavor to food, or a set period for sports or events. In this sentence, "season" correctly refers to a period of the year. 10 / 10 Which sentence uses the word "trip" correctly to mean a journey? He tried not to trip over the loose carpet. They planned a trip to the mountains for the weekend. The switch will trip if the circuit is overloaded. She had a trip and fell down the stairs. "Trip" can refer to a journey, the act of stumbling, or a mechanism to activate something. In this sentence, "trip" correctly refers to a journey. Your score is 0% Restart quiz
