Sadlier Level B: Unit 12, set A

What does the word "abound" mean?

• To be scarce

• To be plentiful, be filled

• To be expensive

• To be empty

What is the meaning of "clarification"?

• The act of confusing

• The act of complicating

• The act of making clean or understandable, an explanation

• The act of polluting

The word "leisurely" can be used as an adverb to describe an action that is:

• Quick and efficient

• Hasty and rushed

• Unhurried and taking plenty of time

• Lazy and unproductive

What does "malady" refer to?

• A type of melody

• A sickness, illness, disease, disorder

• A state of happiness

• A form of art

If someone is "nomadic," they are:

• Settled in one place

• Wandering, moving about from place to place

• Afraid of traveling

• Interested in maps

What does "piecemeal" mean when used as an adverb?

• In a whole, all at once

• In a random, disorganized manner

• One piece at a time, gradually

• Quickly and without care

The term "quest" can be defined as:

• A quick decision

• A search hunt; to search, seek, ask

• A question of little importance

• A quiet place

What does "random" imply?

• By chance, not planned or prearranged; irregular

• In a sequential and orderly manner

• With a specific pattern

• Always occurring at the same time

To "reinforce" something means to:

• Weaken or reduce in strength

• Ignore or neglect

• Make stronger with new materials or support

• Replace with something new

The word "status" refers to:

• A person's condition or position in the eyes of the law; relative rank or standing, especially in society; prestige

• A state of confusion

• A legal document

• A person's financial wealth