Vocabulary Quiz #2

The doctor noticed that the patient's abdomen began to distend as a result of the intestinal blockage.
What does "distend" mean in this context?

• Shrink

• Swell or expand

• Harden
  

• Discolor

As the temperature dropped below freezing, a delicate rime formed on the leaves and grass.
What does "rime" mean in this context?

• thin coating of ice

• A layer of snow

• A type of frost-resistant plant

• A warm breeze

The cardiologist diagnosed the patient with arrhythmia after noticing irregular heartbeats on the ECG.
What does "arrhythmia" mean in this context?

• A strengthened heart muscle

• An irregular heartbeat

• A type of heart surgery

• A blood pressure medication

The seismologists identified the epicenter of the earthquake as being just off the coast.
What does "epicenter" mean in this context?

• The point on Earth's surface directly above where an earthquake originates

• The magnitude of an earthquake

• The duration of an earthquake

• The area least affected by an earthquake

The miners excavated ore from the stopes, carefully following the vein of precious metals.
What does "stopes" mean in this context?

• Underground tunnels

• Mining equipment

• Excavated areas in a mine where ore is extracted

• Protective gear worn by miners

As an itinerant worker, John never stayed in one place for long, always moving to where the jobs were.
What does "itinerant" mean in this context?

• Unemployed

• Highly skilled

• Traveling from place to place

• Permanent resident

Despite her best intentions, Sarah's surprise party plans were discovered by the guest of honor.
What does "intentions" mean in this context?

• Actions

• Purposes or aims

• Invitations

• Decorations

The mourners' keening could be heard throughout the cemetery, a haunting sound of grief.
What does "keening" mean in this context?

• Singing joyfully

• Wailing in sorrow

• Whispering quietly

• Laughing nervously

The beautiful fanlight above the front door allowed natural light to flood the entryway.
What does "fanlight" mean in this context?

• A decorative lamp

• A semicircular or fan-shaped window over a door

• A ceiling fan

• A type of outdoor lighting

The young entrepreneur audaciously approached the CEO with his innovative business proposal.
What does "audaciously" mean in this context?

• Timidly

• Boldly or daringly

• Politely

• Secretly