Level G Unit 10-A

What does the word "askance" mean?

• With approval or praise

• With an attitude or look of suspicion or disapproval

• In a straightforward manner

• With indifference or detachment

What does "attenuate" mean?

• To strengthen or intensify

• To make or become thin

• To make or become less in force or intensity

• Both B and C

Which of the following best defines "benign"?

• Harmful or malignant

• Gentle and kindly

• Indifferent or neutral

• Aggressive or hostile

What does "cavil" mean?

• To accept without protest

• To find fault in a petty way, carp

• To praise lavishly

• To agree quickly

What best describes a "charlatan"?

• A person falsely claiming to have a special knowledge or skill

• A skilled craftsman

• A person of high moral character

• A legitimate scientist

What does "decimate" mean?

• To divide into ten parts

• To destroy a large part of

• To preserve or protect

• To create or construct

Which of the following best defines "foible"?

• A minor weakness or eccentricity in someone's character

• A serious crime or offense

• A strong point or skill

• A fundamental principle or belief

What does it mean to "forgo" something?

• To eagerly accept it

• To postpone it indefinitely

• To go without; abstain from

• To acquire or obtain

What does "fraught" mean?

• Empty or devoid

• Filled with or destined to result in (something undesirable)

• Joyful and carefree

• Uncomplicated and easy

What does "inure" mean?

• To weaken or diminish

• To make accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant

• To inspire with courage

• To remove or take away