Example / List Clue Quiz

John repeated the teacher’s words verbatim; for example, the teacher said, “Go to ISS, John,” and he replied, “Go, to ISS, John.”

What is the meaning of the word "verbatim?"

• exactly

• rudely

• similarly

• loosely

Mark is usually callous toward his girlfriend, such as when he ignores her texts, tells her she’s too dramatic, and says she needs to go to the gym.

What is the meaning of the word "callous?"

• compassionate

• untrustworthy

• insensitive

• excessive

The girl’s affable nature deeply affected those around her; for instance, she constantly made others smile by asking about their day, complimenting them, and helping them with their problems.

What is the meaning of the word "affable?"

• carefree

• helpful

• happy

• friendly

I abominated everything we did in gym class, including having to play terrible games and run laps in the nasty summer heat.

What is the meaning of the word "abominated?"

• destroyed

• hated

• ignored

• disagreed

Some kids have very negligent parents; for example, they forget their children at the grocery store, they allow their kids to be out all night long, and they don’t feed their children nutritious meals.

What is the meaning of the word "negligent?"

• forgetful

• awesome

• careless

• stupid

The community attempted to eradicate poverty; for instance, they had a fundraiser and a food-drive to support the hungry and homeless.

What is the meaning of the word "eradicate?"

• eliminate

• continue

• change

• care for

Her friend is often impetuous, including when she drives recklessly, buys clothes without checking the prices, and suddenly becomes angry out of nowhere.

What is the meaning of the word "impetuous?"

• inconsistent

• distracted

• easygoing

• impulsive

Most celebrities are egocentric, such as the Kardashians, who constantly post about themselves on social media and have had at least four reality TV shows centered only on their lives.

What is the meaning of the word "egocentric?"

• relevant

• extra

• self-centered

• thoughtless

Jenny is always oblivious; for example, she never knows when Mark is being harsh toward her, and she doesn’t understand the punchline of jokes.

What is the meaning of the word "oblivious?"

• ignorant

• useless

• observant

• foolish

I am always parched after practice; for instance, I drink a Gatorade and two bottles of water when I get home.

What is the meaning of the word "parched?"

• very tired

• extremely thirsty

• completely done

• really extra