ATTWN Ch 5-8 Vocab

What is the meaning of the word 'brusquely'?

• smoothly

• gently

• politely

• abruptly or rudely

Choose the synonym for 'inert' from the following options:

• active

• lazy

• energetic

• lively

In the sentence 'Her mood was capricious', what does 'capricious' mean?

• happy

• unpredictable

• organized

• serious

Explain the meaning of the word 'ruminating' in your own words.

• To run quickly and aimlessly

• To think deeply about something, to ponder or reflect on a topic or idea.

• To speak loudly and confidently

• To chew food slowly and thoroughly

Use the word 'desultory' in a sentence to show its meaning.

• The desultory conversation jumped from topic to topic without any clear direction.

• The desultory meeting had a clear agenda and goal.

• The desultory conversation was focused and purposeful.

• The desultory speech was well-prepared and organized.

What is the meaning of the word 'obliquely'?

• Indirectly or not in a straight line

• Carefully and cautiously

• Directly and straightforwardly

• Quickly and efficiently

In the sentence 'He acquiesced to their demands', what does 'acquiesced' mean?

• To be unsure or indecisive about something

• To ignore or dismiss something completely

• To argue against something

• To agree or accept something without protest

What is the definition of 'hypocrisy'?

• The act of being honest and open in one's behavior

• The practice of always sticking to one's moral standards

• The practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs but not showing the same in behavior and action.

• The belief in the importance of moral values

Choose the correct meaning of 'condone' from the following options:

• criticize

• condemn

• allow

• punish

How would you describe someone who behaves 'genially'?

• Friendly and pleasant

• Rude and unpleasant

• Quiet and reserved

• Aggressive and hostile