Vocabulary Quiz 31b

Define 'annihilate'.

• to destroy completely

• to create

• to repair

• to improve

What is an 'incident'?

• an event or occurrence

• a prediction

• a coincidence

• a dream

What is a 'saga'?

• a long story

• a short story

• a poem

• a song

What does 'prior' mean?

• earlier

• later

• current

• future

How would you describe someone who is 'poised'?

• calm

• nervous

• angry

• excited

What is the definition of 'avert'?

• to prevent, avoid

• to encourage

• to ignore

• to accept

What is a 'canine'?

• member of the dog family

• member of the cat family

• member of the bird family

• member of the fish family

What does 'ajar' mean?

• slightly open

• completely closed

• wide open

• partially closed

What is 'uncertainty'?

• doubt

• certainty

• confidence

• clarity

Describe something that is 'radiant'.

• sending out light

• absorbing light

• blocking light

• reflecting light