Unit 14 Choose the Right Word Practice

Choose the right word:

The horse's impressive ___________ , featuring champion ancestors, hinted at its strong and distinguished lineage within the world of competitive racing.

• Pedigree

• Pallor

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After weeks of neglect, the once vibrant and thriving houseplants became ___________, with wilted leaves and a noticeable lack of energy.

• Devitalized

• Improvised

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The speaker's passionate words had the power to __________ excitement and enthusiasm among the students, motivating them to take action for positive change in their school.

• Annex

• Incite

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After years of fueding, the girls were forced to _________ their friendship after being placed on the same soccer team.

• Reconcile

• Shackle

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In the attic, we found on old, __________ quilt that looked like it was made in the '40s.

• Cleave

• Threadbare

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The captains from the rival teams decided to be __________ with one another as a way to set a good example for their team.

• Cordial

• Glib

Choose the right word: The juvenile delinquent was ___________ of all charges once the defense attorney brought forth new evidence.

• Exonerated

• Annexed

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The __________ of her skin indicated that she had not been in the sun in months.

• Embroil

• Pallor

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The ___________ display of the presentation indicated that the group was not prepared.

• Glib

• Haphazard

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Due to the icy road conditions, the new driver was anxious to drive up the _____________ hill.

• Precipitous

• Cornerstone