Post #9061

https://t.me/LanguageStuff 1. The word “flu” from “influenza” is an example of: A) Blending B) Clipping C) Slang D) Coinage 2. “Fridge” keeps its spelling change instead of just cutting letters because: A) It looks cooler B) It keeps correct pronunciation C) It became a slang word D) It’s used only in America 3. The slang “chill” in “Let’s chill this weekend” means: A) Cool down temperature B) Relax or hang out C) Go somewhere cold D) Do nothing productive 4. Which one is a blending word? A) Motel B) Gym C) Math D) Flu 5. “Fab” (from “fabulous”) is: A) Clipping B) Slang C) Both A and B D) None 6. The slang “bucks” means: A) Clothes B) People C) Money D) Friends 7. “Sis” and “bro” are: A) Clippings B) Slang C) Both D) Neither 8. The word “brunch” is formed by combining: A) Breakfast + dinner B) Bread + lunch C) Breakfast + lunch D) Bread + crunch 9. The word “phone” from “telephone” is: A) Slang B) Borrowing C) Clipping D) Coinage 10. “Cool,” “lit,” and “fire” in modern slang all share a similar meaning of: A) Temperature B) Amazing or impressive C) Angry or dangerous D) Expensive