Vocabulary Quiz

What does the adjective "bovine" mean?

• Cow like

• Bird like

• Fish like

• Dog like

What is the meaning of "cacophony"?

• Harmonious melody

• Discordant mixture of sounds

• Silent atmosphere

• Pleasant tune

How would you describe someone who is "supercilious"?

• Humble and modest

• Behaving in a haughty manner

• Friendly and approachable

• Shy and reserved

What does "empirical" mean?

• Based on evidence

• Theoretical and abstract

• Imaginary and fictional

• Speculative and hypothetical

Which word means "realistic and sensible"?

• Supercilious

• Pragmatic

• Empirical

• Obstreperous

What does the verb "enervate" mean?

• Strengthen and energize

• Weaken, drain of energy

• Excite and invigorate

• Motivate and inspire

How would you describe something that is "obstreperous"?

• Quiet and calm

• Noisy and difficult to control

• Peaceful and serene

• Orderly and organized

What is a "quandary"?

• A state of happiness

• A state of perplexity, dilemma

• A state of certainty

• A state of relaxation

I had to wrangle an _________ ostrich, 0/10 would not recommend, that would not stop running and squawking.

• Cacophony

• Obstreperous

• Empirical

• Bovine

My boss was a ________ woman: she always knew the best solution to a problem.

• quandary

• bovine

• supercilious

• pragmatic