Unit 1 Benchmark Vocab

What is the definition of the word "apparently"?

• Clearly visible or understood; obvious

• According to what seems or appears to be true

• To make something happen by force

• To keep something in good condition

Which of the following is a synonym for "authority"?

• Power

• Weakness

• Confusion

• Freedom

What is an antonym for the word "confined"?

• Restricted

• Limited

• Free

• Enclosed

In the sentence "The family was devastated by the news," what does "devastated" mean?

• Excited

• Overjoyed

• Extremely upset

• Confused

What does it mean to "enforce" a rule?

• To ignore the rule

• To make sure the rule is followed

• To create a new rule

• To discuss the rule

Which of the following is a synonym for "federal"?

• Local

• National

• Personal

• Private

What is the definition of "financial"?

• Related to money

• Related to health

• Related to education

• Related to travel

In the sentence "She took the initiative to start the project," what does "initiative" mean?

• Hesitation

• Leadership

• Laziness

• Delay

Which of the following is an antonym for "maintain"?

• Preserve

• Continue

• Neglect

• Support

What are "possessions"?

• Things that belong to someone

• Things that are lost

• Things that are borrowed

• Things that are shared