Unit 3

In the sentence 'It was quite a task to effectively abridge the novel; the unabridged version was over five hundred pages!', what does 'abridge' mean?

• To expand

• To summarize

• To shorten

• To rewrite

What does the word 'Adherent' mean?

• Detached

• Sticking to

• Floating

• Ignoring

What is the meaning of the word 'altercation'?

• A) A friendly chat

• B) An angry argument

• C) A peaceful negotiation

• D) A quiet discussion.

Which sentence uses the word 'cherubic' correctly?

• The cherubic storm destroyed the village.

• Her cherubic smile brightened the room.

• The cherubic car raced down the street.

• He ate a cherubic sandwich for lunch.

In the sentence 'I wanted to fit in, but I began to dissent from the popular opinions of the group,' what does 'dissent' mean?

• Agree

• Disagree

• Ignore

• Support

Which of the following is a synonym for obesity? A) Thinness B) Slimness C) Excessive weight D) Underweight.

• Thinness

• Slimness

• Excessive weight

• Underweight

What is the meaning of the word 'condone'?

• A) To approve or allow

• B) To criticize or disapprove

• C) To ignore or overlook

• D) To punish or reprimand

What does the word "eminent" mean?

• coming out of nowhere

• famous/distinguished

• intelligent

• ignorant

If you are "exorcising," what are you doing?

• Jumping Jacks

• Casting out a demon

• Going to the gym

• Using magic to expel evil

What does it mean to "fabricate?"

• to lie

• to make something

• to move quickly

• to cover something in fabric