Level G 9BVocabulary Quiz

Which of the following best describes a "paroxysm"?

• A long journey or search of great moral significance

• A sudden attack or violent expression of a particular emotion or activity

• A person new to a subject, skill, or belief

• A principle or belief distinguishing a particular class or group of people

If someone is accused of "pedantry," they are most likely:

• Being excessively concerned with minor details or rules

• Exhibiting unrestrained anger in speech

• Showing a lack of experience

• Wavering between different opinions or actions

"Peregrination" is best defined as:

• A brilliant radiance

• A journey or travel from place to place, especially on foot

• A sudden outburst

• A traditional saying

Something described as "redolent" is:

• Strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something

• Shining brightly

• Constantly or continuously

• Prone to changing one's mind

"Refulgent" most nearly means:

• Shining brightly

• Emitting a strong, foul odor

• Undergoing a journey

• Speaking harshly

A "shibboleth" is:

• A person who is inexperienced in a particular sphere or activity

• A custom, principle, or belief distinguishing a particular class or group of people

• A sudden attack or violent expression of emotion

• A journey or travel

A "tyro" is someone who is:

• Constantly active or diligent

• New to a subject, skill, or belief

• Prone to vacillating

• Emitting light

"Unremitting" best describes something that is:

• Not shining brightly

• Not giving way to kindness or compassion

• Not ceasing or slackening

• Not emitting a pleasant scent

To "vacillate" means to:

• Shine brightly

• Alternate or waver between different opinions or actions

• Travel extensively

• Emit a strong smell

"Vituperative" speech is characterized by:

• Brightness and radiance

• Bitter and abusive language

• A strong, pleasant fragrance

• A sudden, intense burst