'24 11th vocab 2.5

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "facetious":

• The lawyer's facetious remarks during the serious trial were deemed inappropriate.

• The facetious weather made it difficult to predict whether it would rain or shine.

• She reviewed the facetious documents to prepare for the upcoming audit.

• His facetious skills in carpentry allowed him to build a sturdy house.

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What does the word "hubris" best describe?

• An excessive pride or self-confidence.

• A type of ancient building.

• A method of peaceful negotiation.

• A medical condition related to stress.

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In a laissez-faire economic system, what is the role of the government?

• To regulate every aspect of economic activities.

• To intervene only during economic crises.

• To allow the market to operate with minimal or no government interference.

• To own the major means of production.

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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of "unctuous"?

• A politician speaks sincerely about their plans to improve healthcare.

• A salesperson is excessively flattering and overly polite to persuade customers.

• A teacher provides straightforward feedback on a student's essay.

• A chef cooks a meal with minimal oil and spices.

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What does "posthumous" mean when referring to an award or recognition?

• Awarded after the recipient has passed away.

• Given immediately after achieving something.

• Awarded for lifetime achievement.

• Given secretly without public acknowledgment.

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Which of the following best defines a "retrospective" as a noun?

• A forward-looking plan for a business.

• An exhibition or compilation showing the development of an artist's work over a period of time.

• A quick summary of a recent event.

• A detailed proposal for a new project.

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Identify the sentence where "tangible" is used correctly.

• She could almost taste the tangible bitterness in the air as the argument escalated.

• His smile was a tangible reward for my compliment.

• The benefits of the new policy were tangible, as sales increased by 30%.

• He spoke in a very tangible tone that everyone could hear.

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What does "recapitulate" mean in a scholarly context?

• To argue against the main points.

• To summarize the main points.

• To introduce new theories.

• To provide detailed examples.

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Which scenario best exemplifies "acumen"?

• Completing a marathon with extensive training.

• Quickly solving a complex mathematical problem.

• Memorizing a long poem.

• Painting a landscape.

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "belie"

• He tried to belie his distaste for his opponent with false praises.

• The flowers belie the garden with their vibrant colors.

• She was known to belie in moments of crisis.

• None of the above.

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