Vocab Week 3 Quiz

Yanek decided on the deserted pigeon coop as his "sanctuary" for his family. What does sanctuary mean in this context?

• A) A place where he could get financial advice to manage his stress.

• B) A safe or sacred place where he felt protected or sheltered from harm.

• C) A building where he went to eat and take a break from chores.

• D) A school where he learned and prepared for exams.

What is the definition of "Displace"?

• To keep something in its usual or original position or place.

• To force something or someone out of its usual or original position or place.

• To replace something with an improved version.

• To create a new space for something or someone.

During a critical project, Malia decided to forsake her team when they needed her the most. What does "forsake" mean in this context?

• To support or stay with the team

• To abandon or leave the team behind, often implying a sense of betrayal or desertion.

• To find a solution that was once overlooked

• To promise to complete the project

Yanek awaited the day his family was liberated from the oppressive Nazi forces. What is the meaning of "Liberate" in this context?

• To hold someone accountable

• To set free from oppression, confinement, or control

• To restrict someone's freedom

• To govern or rule over

During a severe storm, Emma's neighborhood was inundated. What does "inundate" mean in this context?

• To dry out or dehydrate the area

• To cover the neighborhood with decorations

• To overwhelm or flood the neighborhood with a great amount of water

• To reduce the size or volume of the neighborhood

What is the definition of "implement"?

• To take apart or dismantle a system.

• To put into effect or to carry out a plan, decision, or system.

• To prevent a plan from happening.

• To design a new plan or system.

Avery described the small village they visited as "quaint." What does "quaint" mean in this context?

• Modern and stylish

• Attractively unusual or old-fashioned in a charming way

• Dull and uninteresting

• Extremely large and spacious

After the long winter, how does the first flower of spring 'emerge'?

• By disappearing from view or becoming invisible

• By coming out into view or becoming visible; by arising or appearing

• By remaining hidden or not changing

• By entering into a situation or place stealthily

The class requested Ms. Redfear to ________ on the subject to gain a better understanding.

• elaborate

• emerge

• expedite

• implement

Jordan's ____ attitude prevented him from enjoying the diverse foods from different cultures.

• Resilient

• Quaint

• Biased

• Jealous