The Most Dangerous Game Vocab

Receding: What does it mean if something is "receding"?

• a) Growing larger

• b) Becoming more distant

• c) Approaching quickly

• d) Expanding rapidly

Disarming: Which word best describes a "disarming" smile?

• a) Intimidating

• b) Frightening

• c) Charming

• d) Aggressive

Prolonged: How would you describe a "prolonged" period of rain?

• a) Short-lived

• b) Temporary

• c) Extended

• d) Sudden

Imprudent: What is the opposite of "imprudent" behavior?

• a) Reckless

• b) Cautious

• c) Thoughtful

• d) Impulsive

Surmounted: Which of the following best defines "surmounted" obstacles? a) Overcame b) Ignored c) Created d) Magnified

• a) Overcame

• b) Ignored

• c) Created

• d) Magnified

Unruffled: How would you describe someone who remains "unruffled" during a crisis?

• a) Anxious

• b) Calm

• c) Confused

• d) Angry

Invariably: What does the word "invariably" mean?

• a) Occasionally

• b) Rarely

• c) Sometimes

• d) Always; without changing

Diverting: Which of the following is most likely to be described as "diverting"?

• a) Distracting

• b) Boring

• c) Predictable

• d) Confusing

Impulse: What is meant by an "impulse" purchase?

• a) A carefully planned decision

• b) A sudden, unplanned urge or desire

• c) A habitual action

• d) A delayed reaction

Protruding: What does "protruding" mean?

• a) Sinking

• b) Conforming

• c) Extending outward

• d) Retreating