Vocabulary Quiz #3

During a debate competition, Kai made a statement about Avery. If Kai 'vilified' Avery, what did Kai do?

• Kai ignored and neglected Avery

• Kai praised and admired Avery

• Kai spoke or wrote about Avery in an abusively disparaging manner

• Kai apologized and made amends to Avery

Michael, a restaurant manager, had to deal with an upset customer. Which scenario reflects correct usage of the word "mollify"? Select all that apply!

• Michael tried to mollify the hungry customers by offering a free dessert.

• Michael tried to mollify the angry customers by charging them extra.

• Michael tried to mollify the disgruntled party by offering discounted meals.

• Michael tried to mollify the displeased patron by offering a refund.

Evelyn is upset about her test results. Chandra wants to 'pacify' her. What does Chandra intend to do?

• Ignore or neglect Evelyn

• Confuse or disorient Evelyn

• Calm or soothe Evelyn, especially by giving her what she wants.

• Enrage or provoke Evelyn

William noticed that Lily always helps Abigail with her homework without expecting anything in return. This altruistic behavior is an example of what concept?

• Selfless concern for the well-being of others

• Selfish concern for the well-being of others

• Indifference towards the well-being of others

• Complete disregard for the well-being of others

James, Evelyn, and Sophia are having a debate. James argues that 'pragmatism' is a philosophical approach that evaluates theories or beliefs based on their practical consequences and usefulness. Evelyn thinks it's the study of ancient civilizations, while Sophia believes it's a type of flower commonly found in gardens. Who is correct?

• Evelyn

• Sophia

• James

• None of them

She endured his searing, unforgiving criticism with her usual stoicism. In this context, what is the meaning of stoicism?

• angry outburst

• sensitivity

• warmth

• nonchalance

Abigail, Zoe, and Noah tried to start a lemonade stand, but despite their efforts, it was 'fruitless'. What does this mean?

• Unsuccessful or unproductive

• Abundant in produce

• Sweet and juicy

• Full of fruit

In a school art competition, Mia's artwork was considered 'peerless'. What does this signify about Mia's artwork?

• Unmatched or unrivaled

• Average or ordinary

• Inferior or subpar

• Similar or comparable to others

Grace, Aiden, and Scarlett are discussing their approaches to a group project. Grace believes in 'altruism' and Aiden in 'pragmatism'. What is the difference between their approaches?

• Grace's approach (altruism) is a selfless concern for others, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is a practical approach to problem-solving.

• Grace's approach (altruism) is concern for oneself, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is concern for others.

• Grace's approach (altruism) is a practical approach to problem-solving, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is a selfless concern for others.

• Grace's approach (altruism) is a selfish concern for others, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is a theoretical approach to problem-solving.

What is the correct meaning of the suffix "-fy"?

• without

• the process or action of

• the system, principle, or theory of

• to make into