Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word 'abundant' mean?

• in small or scarce amounts

• in large or plentiful amounts

• in moderate amounts

• in excessive amounts

What is the definition of 'vile'?

• extremely pleasant or delightful

• extremely unpleasant or offensive

• moderately unpleasant or offensive

• slightly unpleasant or offensive

What does 'extravagance' refer to?

• the quality of exceeding the appropriate limits of decorum or probability of truth

• the quality of being frugal and economical

• the quality of being reserved and modest

• the quality of being ordinary and unremarkable

What is the meaning of 'anxiety'?

• a feeling of calm and relaxation

• a feeling of excitement and anticipation

• a feeling of nervousness or fear about what will happen

• a feeling of indifference or apathy

How would you describe something as 'immaculate'?

• completely messy and dirty

• partially neat and clean

• completely neat and clean

• slightly neat and clean

In what manner does 'confounded' express?

• in a manner that expresses happiness and joy

• in a manner that expresses sadness and grief

• in a manner that expresses anger or irritation

• in a manner that expresses surprise and astonishment

How did Shelby lie about the damage to Tim's car?

• in a sensitive and compassionate manner

• in an honest and straightforward manner

• in an insensitive and cruel manner that shows no regard for the feelings of others

• in a cautious and careful manner

What is an 'apparition'?

• a physical object or living being

• a ghost or ghostlike image

• a natural phenomenon or weather event

• an imaginary creature or mythical being

What does 'guile' refer to?

• honesty and integrity

• cunning or cleverness, usually with trickery in mind

• kindness and generosity

• simplicity and straightforwardness

What happened when Fred accidentally sneezed?

• nothing happened

• the beaker exploded

• the beaker became cleaner

• the beaker became dirty or contaminated