Vocabulary Quiz

The word "earnest" is best defined as:

• Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous

• Showing sincere or intense conviction

• The expression of disapproval or disappointment

• Not discovered or known about; uncertain

Which word best completes the following sentence?

As he delivered the news with a ______tone, it was clear there was a hint of sarcasm underlying his words.

• equivocal

• strident

• wry

• earnest

What does it mean to "Ingratiate" oneself with someone?

• To express disapproval or disappointment

• To keep something from being seen; to conceal

• To bring oneself into favor with someone by flattering or trying to please them

• To present a point of view in an excessively and unpleasantly forceful way

Which vocabulary best completes the following sentence?

The ___________ tone in his voice revealed his anger and frustration with the lack of progress on the issue.

• equivocal

• obscure

• strident

• earnest

The word "enigma" can best be defined as:

• The expression of disapproval or disappointment

• A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand

• Not discovered or known about; uncertain

• Presenting a point of view in an excessively and unpleasantly forceful way

The word "reproach" is best defined as:

• Not discovered or known about; uncertain

• Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous

• The expression of disapproval or disappointment

• Using or expressing dry, mocking humor

Which vocabulary word best completes the following sentence?

Despite his efforts to explain, the lecturer's ___________ references to ancient philosophers only confused the students further, revealing the depth of his esoteric knowledge.

• equivocal

• strident

• earnest

• obscure

The word "reverence" is best defined as:

• An implied or indirect reference

• Lack of agreement or harmony

• Clear, easy to understand

• Deep respect for someone or something

The word "allusion" is best defined as:

• Clear, easy to understand

• Deep respect for someone or something

• Lack of agreement or harmony

• An implied or indirect reference

The word "discord" is best defined as:

• An implied or indirect reference

• Deep respect for someone or something

• Lack of agreement or harmony

• Clear, easy to understand