Vocabulary Quiz 1

What is the meaning of "abolish" as used in the example sentence: "The protestors wanted to abolish the use of plastic as a way to help the planet."?

• To promote

• To forbid

• To establish

• To ignore

Based on the context provided, what does "aloof" mean in the sentence: "Frida was described as aloof because she ate lunch alone every day, showing no interest in socializing with anyone."?

• Friendly

• Distant

• Enthusiastic

• Curious

What does the word "corrupt" mean?

• To act with integrity

• To be honest and fair

• To be involved in bribery or fraud

• To work diligently

What is the meaning of "ignominious"?

• Famous and well-known

• Deserving respect and admiration

• Marked by shame or disgrace

• Extremely joyful and happy

What does "ignorant" mean in this context?

• Highly educated and knowledgeable

• Lacking knowledge or awareness

• Intentionally rude and disrespectful

• Extremely intelligent and perceptive

What does "manifest" mean as used in the text?

• To hide or conceal

• To show or demonstrate plainly

• To complicate or confuse

• To dismantle or take apart

What does the word "manipulate" mean as used in the sentence: "Candi’s older brothers tried to manipulate her into giving them all of her birthday money."?

• To physically handle or control

• To treat someone kindly

• To influence or manage shrewdly or deviously

• To ask for something politely

What does the word "obstinate" mean as used in the sentence: "Rueben’s obstinate nature explained his unwillingness to compromise."?

• Willing to help others

• Easily convinced or flexible

• Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action

• Cheerful and full of energy

What does the word "procure" mean as used in the sentence: "Jed planned to secretly procure the ingredients for his mom’s surprise birthday cake."?

• To lose or misplace

• To bake or cook

• To obtain or acquire with effort

• To hide or conceal

What does the word "regime" mean as used in the sentence: "Joseph Stalin’s regime is remembered for the way he controlled his citizens with fear."?

• A period of artistic work

• A type of religious belief

• A government, especially an authoritarian one

• A method of organizing data