General Paper Vocabulary Quiz 5

What is the meaning of 'obliging'?

• euphoric
• routine
• eager to help
• occurring regularly

Answer explanation

Even after all his success, I found him to be accommodating and obliging, sharing with me his "secret tips" on how to gain wealth and make friends.

What is the meaning of 'derisive'?

• full of ridicule
• instructive
• unimportant
• unoriginal

Answer explanation

I was surprised by her derisive tone; usually, she is sweet, soft spoken, and congenial.

What is the meaning of 'animosity'?

• extreme hostility
• popularity
• small amount
• great enthusiasm

Answer explanation

The governor's animosity toward his rival was only inflamed when the latter spread false lies regarding the governor's first term.

What is the meaning of 'deter'?

• try to prevent
• act upon
• alert
• swerve

Answer explanation

His mother tried to deter him from joining the army, but he was too intoxicated with the idea of war to listen.

What is the meaning of 'dearth'?

• silence
• misfortune
• demise
• shortage

Answer explanation

I am surprised by the dearth of fast food chains; this is America and I assumed they were on every street.

What is the meaning of 'discord'?

• harsh language
• quick movement
• loud sound
• disagreement

Answer explanation

Despite all their talented players, the team was filled with discord--some players refused to talk to others--and lost most of their games.

What is the meaning of 'qualm'?

• discovery
• sickness
• uneasiness
• question

Answer explanation

While he could articulate no clear reason why Harkner's plan would fail, he nevertheless felt qualms about committing any resources to it.

What is the meaning of 'inarticulate'?

• not speaking clearly
• harmful
• straightforward
• lacking creativity

Answer explanation

Although a brilliant economist, Professor Wilson was completely inarticulate, a terrible lecturer.

What is the meaning of 'commendable'?

• dishonest
• able to lead
• secondary
• worthy of praise

Answer explanation

The efforts of the firefighters running into the burning building were commendable.

What is the meaning of 'emulate '?

• summarise
• praise
• imitate
• penalise

Answer explanation

To really become fluent in a new language, emulate the speech patterns of people who speak the language.