This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 19 March 2026, the same 26 questions the app served that day, on the day's vocabulary and editorial. One mark for a right answer, minus 0.25 for a wrong one; the explanation opens as soon as you tap.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Iridescent
Explanation: Iridescent means showing bright, shimmering, rainbow-like colours that seem to change when viewed from different angles. Among the given options, lustrous is the closest in meaning because it suggests a shining or glowing quality. Although iridescent is more specific than lustrous, this is the best available choice.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Hereditary
Explanation: Hereditary means something passed down from parents or ancestors, especially through genes or family line. Genetic matches this meaning most closely because hereditary traits are inherited biologically. The other options do not convey the idea of inheritance, so genetic is the correct answer.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Garrison
Explanation: Garrison as a verb means to station troops in a place for military defense. Among the options, deploy is the nearest in meaning because it refers to positioning troops or forces in a particular place. The other choices suggest removal or reduction of military presence, which is the opposite idea.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Protagonist
Explanation: Protagonist means the main character or leading figure in a story, drama, or narrative. Therefore, lead is the best answer. Antagonist, opponent, and rival all refer to someone in opposition, which is different from the main or central character.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Apparition
Explanation: Apparition means a ghostly figure, phantom, or unreal appearance. Its opposite among the options is substance, which suggests physical reality, solidity, or something tangible. Since apparition refers to something ghostlike or unreal, substance is the best antonym here.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Tapestry
Explanation: Tapestry means a thick woven textile, often decorative, so there is no perfect opposite among the choices because it is a noun referring to an object. However, in such vocabulary tests, simplicity is usually taken as the best contrast because tapestry suggests richness, intricacy, and decorative complexity, while simplicity suggests plainness and lack of ornament.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Sacrament
Explanation: Sacrament refers to a sacred religious act or ceremony. Its opposite is profanity, which is associated with irreverence, disrespect toward sacred things, or blasphemous speech. Since sacrament belongs to the domain of holiness and reverence, profanity is the correct opposite.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Barricade
Explanation: Barricade means a barrier or obstruction placed to block passage. The best opposite among the options is entrance, which suggests a way in or an opening through which passage is possible. Since a barricade prevents movement and an entrance allows it, the answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Passed from parents to children through genes or family tradition.
Explanation: The phrase passed from parents to children through genes or family tradition clearly defines hereditary. The other options do not fit this meaning at all. Therefore, choosing Hereditary is accurate and fully appropriate.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles.
Explanation: The definition showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles exactly matches iridescent. This is the standard meaning of the word, so the answer is precise and correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A piece of thick woven cloth with patterns or pictures, often used as a wall hanging or decoration.
Explanation: A piece of thick woven cloth with patterns or pictures, often used as a wall hanging or decoration is exactly a tapestry. The other words refer to very different things, so this answer is clearly correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A barrier built across a road, door, or path to block passage or protect against danger.
Explanation: A barrier built across a road, door, or path to block passage or protect against danger is the exact meaning of barricade. Since the word directly fits the definition, the answer is fully correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Damp squib
Explanation: Damp squib means something that fails to meet expectations or turns out to be a disappointment. Therefore, complete failure is the best meaning. The other options are unrelated to the idiom, so the answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Turn a blind eye
Explanation: Turn a blind eye means to deliberately ignore something or pretend not to notice it, especially when one is aware of it. Therefore, pretend not to notice is exactly the correct meaning of the phrase.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Will-o-the wisp
Explanation: Will-o’-the-wisp refers to something elusive, misleading, or impossible to catch or achieve. Therefore, something that is impossible to get or achieve is the best option. The other choices represent different idioms and do not match this expression.
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
He was for all (A)/ selling the car (B)/ and buying a bicycle. (C)/ No error (D)
Explanation: be all for something/for doing something : to believe strongly that something should be done; in favour of <BR> Hence, He was all for is the right usage.
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
These companies have been asked 1)/ to furnish their financial details 2)/ and information about 3)/ its board members. 4)/ No error 5).
Explanation: Replace ‘its’ with ‘their’
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
1) Acting on a tip-off / 2) the anti-robbery squad led / 3) by inspectors laid / 4) a trap for the robbers. / 5) No error.
Explanation: No Error
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
At one time Mr Nigel ________ this supermarket
Explanation: Owned is the best answer because the sentence refers to a past fact: At one time Mr Nigel owned this supermarket. While used to own can also express past possession, the simple past owned is more direct and natural here, especially in a standard fill-in-the-blank question.
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
Tomato prices have _________ in many parts of the country as untimely rains have disrupted harvests and possibly shrunk output.
Explanation: Soared is the right answer because the sentence describes a sharp increase in tomato prices due to disrupted harvests and lower output. The phrase have soared is also grammatically correct because have requires the past participle form. The other options either indicate decline, do not fit the meaning, or are grammatically unsuitable.
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
Countless books ________ the benefits of clear and accurate communication.
Explanation: Extol means to praise enthusiastically, and the sentence says countless books ______ the benefits of clear and accurate communication. Since books often praise or celebrate such benefits, extol fits perfectly in both meaning and grammar. The other options do not suit the sentence context.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land — the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What are Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. <br><br> This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again.
Colleen Atwood won which Award?
Explanation: From the passage, Mary Zophres was expected to win for La La Land, but the actual winner was Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Since the clue mentions retro revival Technicolor clothes, the award is clearly Best Costume Design, so option (b) is correct.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land — the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What are Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. <br><br> This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again.
What does the lead female actor in La La Land want to do?
Explanation: The passage states that in La La Land, the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. Since the question asks what the lead female actor wants to do, the correct answer is make movies.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land — the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What are Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. <br><br> This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again.
Which of the following movies is about kindness of Aliens?
Explanation: The passage says, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens... Therefore, the movie associated with the kindness or benign nature of aliens is Arrival, making option (a) correct.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land — the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What are Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. <br><br> This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again.
Why was it assumed that La La Land would win a lot of awards?
Explanation: The passage says that because a majority of Oscar voters are actors, there was a tendency to think they would reward La La Land. So (a) is the best answer directly supported by the passage. Option (c) is related, but (a) gives the main reason stated in the text.
A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. <br><br><br> Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land — the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What are Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. <br><br> This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again.
Which movie for sure won two awards?
Explanation: The passage clearly states that Hacksaw Ridge won in two categories. Since no such statement is made about the other films, Hacksaw Ridge is definitely the movie that won two awards.
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