TKaM Ch 12-14 Vocabulary Quiz

The room was DEVOID of furniture, making it seem empty and uninviting. What does DEVOID mean as used in the sentence?

• full of

• lacking

• decorated with

• crowded

Her lifestyle was AUSTERE, with very few luxuries and a focus on simplicity. What does AUSTERE mean in the sentence?

• extravagant

• complicated

• severe or strict

• colorful

The scientist was considered INFALLIBLE; his theories had never been proven wrong. What does INFALLIBLE mean in the sentence?

• inexperienced

• flawless in accuracy or operation

• often mistaken

• new to the field

They faced a FORMIDABLE opponent, one that was known for its strength and skill. What does FORMIDABLE mean in the sentence?

• Weak

• Friendly

• Inspiring

• Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable

He had a PROPENSITY for getting into trouble, always finding himself in difficult situations. What does PROPENSITY mean in the sentence?

• dislike

• natural tendency or inclination

• fear

• ability to avoid