Year 11: 19th Century Vocabulary

A philanthropist wants to 'bestow' his wealth among the needy. What does he intend to do?

• To take something away

• To present something as a gift

• To cause destruction

• To conceal something

Answer explanation

The philanthropist intends to present his wealth as a gift to the needy.

In a novel, a character is described as having 'perpetual' enthusiasm. What does 'perpetual' mean in this context?

• Restricted

• Never stopping or changing

• Short-lived

• Sporadic

Answer explanation

In this context, 'perpetual' means never stopping or changing. It describes the character's constant and unwavering enthusiasm.

A family is moving out of their house and they have left one of their rooms completely empty. How would you describe this room?

• Full

• Unoccupied

• Occupied

• Spacious

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Unoccupied' because the family has left the room completely empty.

Imagine you are in a busy market place. How would you describe the 'din' around you?

• A soft sound

• A calming tune

• A loud, unpleasant noise

• A musical event

Answer explanation

The 'din' in a busy market place refers to a loud, unpleasant noise.

You are writing a novel about a character who is a 'vagabond'. How would you describe this character's lifestyle?

• A character who remains stationary

• A character who roams from one location to another

• A character who travels due to their job

• A character who lives a luxurious life

Answer explanation

A vagabond is a character who roams from one location to another, living a nomadic lifestyle.

During a heated debate, John used complex words to 'confound' his opponent. What was John trying to do to his opponent?

• To confuse

• To make clear

• To arrange

• To make simple

Answer explanation

John used complex words to confuse his opponent during the debate.

In a non-fiction book about English language, you came across the term 'synonymous'. What does it mean?

• Contrary

• Comparable

• Having the same meaning as

• Connected

Answer explanation

The term 'synonymous' means having the same meaning as. It is a word or phrase that can be used interchangeably with another word or phrase.

In a corporate setting, how would you describe an employee who is 'submissive'?

• Always challenges the decisions of the management

• Relies on their own judgement rather than following instructions

• Willingly obeys the instructions and decisions of the management

• Exudes confidence and takes charge in every situation

Answer explanation

A submissive employee willingly obeys the instructions and decisions of the management, highlighting their willingness to follow authority.

In a real-life scenario, when a person is 'compelled' to do something, what does it mean?

• The person is convinced to perform a task

• The person is forced to carry out a task

• The person is encouraged to undertake a task

• The person is permitted to execute a task

Answer explanation

When a person is 'compelled' to do something, it means they are forced to carry out a task.

In a social gathering, John was accused of showing 'prejudice'. What does this mean?

• John was making unbiased judgments

• John was showing favoritism

• John was showing an unprejudiced viewpoint

• John was maintaining a neutral perspective

Answer explanation

John was accused of showing 'prejudice', which means he was showing favoritism.