Vocab Lesson #2

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Read the following SAT words and take the quiz at the end.

Match

Match the following words to their definiitions

• demure

• impregnable

• precursor

• nefarious

• slipshod

modest/shy

unable to be broken into or captured

something that comes before something else

wicked/criminal

done poorly

• modest/shy

• unable to be broken into or captured

• something that comes before something else

• wicked/criminal

• done poorly

Multiple Choice

What word means unable to be broken into or captured?

• demure

• impregnable

• precursor

• slipshod

• nefarious

Multiple Choice

What word means shy or modest?

• demure

• impregnable

• precursor

• slipshod

• nefarious

Multiple Choice

What word means evil or wicked?

• demure

• impregnable

• precursor

• slipshod

• nefarious

Multiple Choice

What word means something that comes before something else?

• demure

• impregnable

• precursor

• slipshod

• nefarious

Multiple Choice

What word means not done carefully or without though?

• demure

• impregnable

• precursor

• slipshod

• nefarious

Multiple Choice

A demure person would enjoy public speaking.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The slipshod construction of the house led to several leaks and structural issues shortly after it was built.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The nefarious criminal mastermind devised an elaborate plan to rob the bank and escape undetected.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The castle's walls were so thin and flimsy that they were considered impregnable, making it difficult for any invading army to breach its defenses.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Despite her demure appearance, the young girl surprised everyone with her exceptional skills in martial arts.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The discovery of ancient cave paintings was a precursor to understanding the rich history of the indigenous people who once inhabited the region.

• True

• False

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The detective examined the crime scene and noticed the ​

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work of the burglar, leaving behind messy fingerprints and scattered evidence.

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The discovery of fossilized dinosaur footprints was a ​

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to the exciting find of a complete dinosaur skeleton in the same area.

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The fortress stood atop a steep hill, surrounded by thick stone walls and guarded by armed soldiers, making it virtually ​

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to enemy attacks.

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During the meeting, the speaker suddenly veered off topic and made a​

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statement about his favorite movie, leaving everyone puzzled and confused.

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The ​

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constantly showered the CEO with compliments and flattery, hoping to gain favor and secure a promotion.

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The ​

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princess captivated the entire court with her graceful presence and modest demeanor, earning the admiration of all who met her.

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The ​

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constantly showered the CEO with compliments and flattery, hoping to gain favor and secure a promotion.

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The ​

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gang plotted to smuggle stolen artifacts across the border, using underground tunnels and secret passages to evade the authorities.