Units 10 & 11 Vocabulary Cumulative Review

What is the meaning of the verb "acquiesce"?

• To argue vehemently

• To accept without protest

• To question authority

• To separate from a group

Which of the following is a synonym for "acquiesce"?

• Defy

• Comply

• Resist

• Disagree

What is the meaning of the word "allure" when used as a verb?

• To push away

• To entice, tempt

• To ignore

• To argue

What is a synonym for "allure" when it is used as a verb?

• Repel

• Ignore

• Beguile

• Disgust

Which of the following best defines "allure" when used as a noun?

• A feeling of repulsion

• A type of clothing

• A strong attraction; the power to attract, charm

• A musical instrument

What does the word "askew" mean?

• Perfectly aligned

• Twisted to one side, crooked

• Completely straight

• Evenly balanced

Which of the following is a synonym for "askew"?

• Symmetrical

• Lopsided

• Uniform

• Parallel

What is the meaning of the adjective "blithe"?

• Worried and tense

• Cheerful and lighthearted

• Angry and upset

• Sad and depressed

Which of the following is a synonym for "blithe"?

• Anxious

• Carefree

• Burdened

• Melancholic

What does the adjective "contentious" mean?

• Peaceful and calm

• Quarrelsome, inclined to argue

• Happy and content

• Indifferent and uninterested