Vocabulary Quiz

What does "adulterate" mean?

• To become an adult

• To contaminate or make impure

• To flatter excessively

• To simplify or reduce

Which of the following best describes someone who is "ambidextrous"?

• Extremely intelligent

• Easily distracted

• Able to use both hands equally well

• Highly competitive

The term "augment" means to:

• Decrease or diminish

• Argue or debate

• Confuse or perplex

• Increase or make larger

If someone is "bereft," they are:

• Full of joy

• Extremely wealthy

• Deprived or lacking something

• Highly skilled

What does it mean to "deploy" something?

• To destroy or demolish

• To move into position for action

• To create or invent

• To hide or conceal

A person described as "dour" is likely to be:

• Cheerful and optimistic

• Stern and gloomy

• Energetic and lively

• Confused and disoriented

"Fortitude" refers to:

• A type of medieval castle

• Physical strength or power

The verb "gape" means to:

• Close tightly

• Move quickly

• Stare with an open mouth

• Speak softly

What is a "gibe"?

• A compliment or praise

• A type of dance

• A mocking or taunting remark

• A scientific instrument

In what context might someone use a "guise"?

• To reveal their true identity

• To disguise or pretend to be something else

• To express gratitude

• To make a formal complaint