WW5 • Lesson 12 Words Test

What does the verb 'convalesce' mean?

• To get back health and strength after an illness

• To make someone angry

• To pierce something

• To compete in a sport

What is the meaning of 'dedicate' as used in the text?

• To annoy greatly

• To set aside for a certain purpose

• To restrict movement

• To overthrow a government

Which term describes a 'violent windstorm usually with snow, rain, or hail'?

• Tempest

• Dictator

• Rebellion

• Portrait

What does 'exasperate' mean according to the text?

• To devote to a serious purpose

• To make more active

• To end the rule of

• To make angry; to annoy

Who is described as a 'dictator' in the text?

• A person who competes

• Hitler

• A person who refuses to obey orders

• A famous artist

What does the verb 'restrict' imply?

• To overthrow a ruler

• To annoy someone

• To pierce through an object

• To keep within certain limits

Which word describes someone 'deserving of attention; outstanding'?

• Tempestuous

• Notable

• Exasperating

• Rebellious

What is the past tense of 'overthrow' as used in the text?

• Overthrowing

• Overthrown

• Overthrew

• Overthrows

What does 'rebel' mean as a verb?

• To refuse to accept control by others

• To devote to a serious purpose

• To make more active

• To set aside as an honor

What does the term 'tempestuous' imply as used in the text?

• Marked by violent emotions or actions

• Deserving of attention; outstanding

• To restrict movement

• To overthrow a government