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Quiz about Keys and More Keys
Quiz about Keys and More Keys

Keys and More Keys Trivia Quiz


Use the given keys to identify various 'key' words and their definitions.

A multiple-choice quiz by Verne47. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
Verne47
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
377,224
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Very Easy
Avg Score
9 / 10
Plays
577
Question 1 of 10
1. Which 'key' word is enjoyed by many people when Thanksgiving Day comes around?

Answer: (One Word, 6 letters)
Question 2 of 10
2. Which letter can be added to the name of a bird enjoyed at Christmas to get a name used for a person who has charge of the keys to a prison?



Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Oh dear! That key belongs to my dad. Don't you dare drink it. Which key is Ken talking about? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Old Joe performs menial tasks for other persons in his community. Which 'key' word could best be used to describe him? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Dirk watches you and notices your every move. A perfect 'key' word to describe him would be which of these? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Pinkeye is a commonly used 'key' word. What is the medical term for this word? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Which 'key' word links several tree species, a US state and a butterfly? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Jockey is a 'key' word that has multiple definitions. Which of these is NOT one of the definitions for jockey? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Roxy gave her mother a lot of malarkey when she was asked the reason for her late arrival at home. Which of these is consistent with malarkey? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Which 'key' address is used to establish the main underlying theme in public speaking? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Which 'key' word is enjoyed by many people when Thanksgiving Day comes around?

Answer: turkey

The turkey is a large bird that is used across the western world as a meal for special occasions such as Christmas and Thanksgiving. They are related to birds such as chickens and pheasants. The turkey is such a famous bird in North America that Benjamin Franklin wanted to use the wild turkey the national bird of America rather than the bald eagle.
2. Which letter can be added to the name of a bird enjoyed at Christmas to get a name used for a person who has charge of the keys to a prison?

Answer: n

The word turnkey was originally used in reference to a jailer. More recently the term has been used to define something that ready for immediate use. Persons in the technology industry use the term turnkey to describe computer packages that are prepared with everything needed to perform specific tasks and sold as a bundle.

The term is also used in real estate to define homes or properties that are fully functional. The turkey is enjoyed at Christmas as well as on Thanksgiving Day.
3. Oh dear! That key belongs to my dad. Don't you dare drink it. Which key is Ken talking about?

Answer: whiskey

Whiskey is an alcoholic beverage. It is made from fermented grain mash and is a distilled beverage. Grains that can be used to make whiskey include corn, barley and rye as well as wheat. Whisky is the alternative spelling for whiskey.
4. Old Joe performs menial tasks for other persons in his community. Which 'key' word could best be used to describe him?

Answer: flunkey

The word flunkey originated in Scotland in the mid 18th century. It is Scottish, and could have come from 'flank' to denote a person who stands at one's flank. It is a name which connotes contempt for a liveried servant or footman. In recent times a flunkey would be the same as a yes-man.
5. Dirk watches you and notices your every move. A perfect 'key' word to describe him would be which of these?

Answer: hawkeyed

A person with very keen vision is described as hawkeyed. Hawkeyed is also used to describe someone who is vigilant, watchful or observant. Synonyms for hawkeyed include eagle-eyed, sharp-sighted and clear-eyed. Antonyms include stone-blind, visionless and eyeless.
6. Pinkeye is a commonly used 'key' word. What is the medical term for this word?

Answer: conjunctivitis

Most cases of pinkeye are caused by viral or bacterial infections. Pinkeye can also be caused by chemicals, fumes or smoke as well as allergies. Some symptoms of pinkeye includes redness and swelling of the conjunctiva. swelling of the eyelids, itching or burning sensation of the eyelids, a lot of tearing and clear or slightly thick whitish drainage.

In most cases, pinkeye is not serious and will go away in 7 to 10 days without medical treatment.
7. Which 'key' word links several tree species, a US state and a butterfly?

Answer: buckeye

The buckeye or horse chestnut tree is native to North America and Eurasia. The parts of this tree are considered to be moderately toxic. Cattle have died after eating new shoots from the seeds. The seeds of these trees are used to play conkers. Ohio is called 'the Buckeye State' and its people are called Buckeyes.

The buckeye or the common buckeye is a butterfly found in all parts of America except the Northwest. There is also a breed of chicken that originated in Ohio called the Buckeye chicken.
8. Jockey is a 'key' word that has multiple definitions. Which of these is NOT one of the definitions for jockey?

Answer: to cure diseases of horses

All three incorrect options are definitions for the word jockey. The word jockey cannot be used to mean to cure diseases of horses. A jockey can also be a dealer in horses. The origin of this word was in the late 16th century from the word jock which was the name for an ordinary man, lad or underling. In the late 17th century the word was used to mean a mounted courier.
9. Roxy gave her mother a lot of malarkey when she was asked the reason for her late arrival at home. Which of these is consistent with malarkey?

Answer: meaningless talk

The word malarkey originated in the 1920s, but the place of origin is unknown. The word malarkey can be used to mean nonsense or rubbish. It is usually exaggerated foolish talk which is generally intended to deceive.
10. Which 'key' address is used to establish the main underlying theme in public speaking?

Answer: keynote

The keynote address is usually given by speakers who are selected to raise interest in a particular event. These people are usually dynamic and charismatic speakers who are able to draw persons to attend the program.The keynote address sets the tone and summarizes the main message of the event.
Source: Author Verne47

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