Word Up #3 Quiz

Which sentence uses the word monotonous correctly?

• The monotonous children burst out of the classroom and raced to the playground.
• The fitness instructor’s monotonous voice kept me pumped up and motivated during the 60-minute class.
• The NC State Wolfpack had a monotonous season with several surprise wins and a trip to the College World Series.
• After eating only grilled chicken and quinoa for two weeks straight, I became bored with my monotonous diet and ended up ordering a pizza.

What is a synonym for consternation?

• Dismay
• Confidence
• Contentment
• Peacefulness

What is an antonym for splendor?

• Brilliance
• Dullness
• Impressive
• Magnificence

Which sentence uses the word plausible correctly?

• The students were angry with their teacher for assigning a plausible amount of homework to be completed over winter break.
• When my parents asked why I missed curfew, I told them what I hoped was a plausible story because if they knew the truth, I would be grounded forever.
• With the lottery prize money reaching a record one billion dollars, Myron knew his chances of winning were plausible, but he bought several tickets anyway.
• As Alex emerged from the bathroom, I tried to hold in my shocked laughter at the plausible color of her hair. The box read light auburn, but it turned out pumpkin orange.

Complete the analogy. Thoughtful : Inconsiderate :: Enthrall: _________

• Captivate
• Disgust
• Fascinate
• Mesmerize

Which sentence uses the word oblivious correctly?

• The bride was very oblivious of all of her guests, and made sure she thanked each one for being there on her big day.
• The motivational speaker likes to have an oblivious audience so he plans interactive portions to get people engaged.
• Lori ran through the forest, oblivious to the cuts and scrapes she received from the thorns and branches. She had just one goal - to escape.
• Although Lee used to be an oblivious student who consistently received straight As, he now spends all of his time socializing with his friends and playing games on his Chromebook.

What is the meaning of rebuke as it is used in the following sentence: The parents strongly rebuked their children for sharing personal information with strangers online.

• To approve
• To deny
• To recommend
• To reprimand

What is an antonym for degrade?

• Humiliate
• Flatter
• Shame
• Weaken

What is a synonym for illustrious?

• Admired
• Regular
• Infamous
• Ordinary

What is the meaning of evoke as it is used in the following sentence: The smell of chocolate chip cookies baking evoked memories of holiday celebrations with his grandmother.

• Bring to mind
• Diminish or lessons
• Express praise or admiration
• Pass judgement