AP Vocabulary Set 1

What does the word "Accolade" most closely mean?

• Criticism

• Award

• Challenge

• Disappointment

Which of the following best describes something that is "Leonine"?

• Snake-like

• Lion-like

• Fox-like

• Bear-like

"Scathe" most closely means:

• To protect

• To harm

• To praise

• To ignore

If something is described as "Adverse," it is:

• Favorable

• Neutral

• Unfavorable

• Exciting

"Acrimony" is most closely related to:

• Bitterness

• Sweetness

• Calmness

• Joy

A "Bellicose" person is likely to be:

• Peaceful

• Aggressive

• Friendly

• Shy

"Ennui" can best be described as a feeling of:

• Excitement

• Boredom

• Anger

• Happiness

Which of the following is most likely to be described as "Risible"?

• A tragic event

• A humorous joke

• A political debate

• A scientific theory

A "Farrago" refers to:

• A type of dance

• A confused mixture

• A musical instrument

• A single, unified entity

A "Jingoist" would most likely:

• Advocate for peace

• Support international cooperation

• Display extreme patriotism

• Promote environmental conservation