3rd Quarter Vocab Review #5

What does it mean if someone is described as "fervent" in their beliefs?

• They are unsure of their beliefs.

• They hold their beliefs with intense passion.

• They are indifferent about their beliefs.

• They frequently change their beliefs.

Choose the sentence where "imprudent" is used correctly.

• He made an imprudent decision by saving his money.

• It was imprudent of her to go swimming during the storm.

• She was praised for her imprudent choice of words.

• They were known for their imprudent consumption of water during the drought.

If someone is "apathetic" about an issue, how do they feel?

• Extremely passionate

• Deeply concerned

• Indifferent

• Highly informed

What does "acrid" best describe?

• A sweet smell

• A bitter taste

• A loud noise

• A soft touch

Which of the following best exemplifies something that is "crude"?

• A meticulously painted portrait

• A carefully crafted argument

• A roughly built shelter

• A precisely calculated equation

A "gregarious" person is most likely to:

• Prefer solitude

• Enjoy socializing

• Avoid conversations

• Dislike meeting new people

"Demure" best describes someone who is:

• Outspoken and bold

• Reserved and modest

• Aggressive and confrontational

• Careless and imprudent

To "substantiate" a claim means to:

• Disprove it

• Ignore it

• Provide evidence for it

• Make it less important

When you "admonish" someone, you:

• Praise them

• Warn or reprimand them gently

• Agree with them

• Ignore them

A "pedantic" person is someone who:

• Is careless about details

• Is overly concerned with minor details or rules

• Is very practical

• Ignores details completely