ACT Vocabulary Quiz 2/13/24

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the word "gauche"?

• A person confidently presenting a project to a group.

• A person tripping over a rug while entering a room full of people.

• A person using the wrong fork at a formal dinner party.

• A person winning an award for their community service.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does the term "zenith" refer to in the context of a career?

• The moment one decides on a career path.

• The highest point of success in one's career.

• The beginning stages of a career.

• The retirement phase of a career.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of the following best describes a "futile" effort?

• Studying hard and passing a difficult exam.

• Trying to convince someone with solid opposing views.

• Planting a garden that yields lots of vegetables.

• Running a marathon and achieving a personal best time.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean to "ruminate" on a decision?

• To make a decision quickly without much thought.

• To forget about the decision and move on.

• To think deeply and for a long period about the decision.

• To ask everyone you know for advice about the decision.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which situation best illustrates "acrimony" in a relationship?

• A couple celebrating their anniversary with a surprise party.

• Two friends laughing over a meal at a restaurant.

• Business partners disagreeing over a decision but finding a compromise.

• Siblings not speaking to each other because of a long-standing feud.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4