10G Vocab Review #8

Choose the word that best fits the context of the sentence: "Despite the harsh criticism, she remained __________, unaffected by the negative comments."

• malevolent

• invulnerable

• supercilious

• uncanny

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Which sentence uses the word "nonchalant" correctly?

• His nonchalant attitude towards the exam showed he was well-prepared and confident.

• She was nonchalant about the charity event, donating a large sum of money.

• The nonchalant storm caused severe damage to the coastal town.

• He was nonchalant in his approach, meticulously planning every detail.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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Identify the sentence that correctly uses the word "omniscient."

• The omniscient narrator knew the thoughts and feelings of all the characters.

• Her omniscient behavior made her the most popular student in school.

• He was omniscient in his decision to skip the meeting.

• The omniscient storm swept through the city, leaving destruction in its wake.

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CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates the use of "panacea"?

• The new policy was seen as a panacea for all the company's financial problems.

• His panacea attitude made him difficult to work with.

• She was panacea in her approach to solving the puzzle.

• The panacea storm brought much-needed rain to the region.

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Construct a sentence using the word "scrupulous" that demonstrates its meaning.

• The scrupulous detective overlooked the crucial evidence in the case.

• Her scrupulous attention to detail ensured the project was completed flawlessly.

• He was scrupulous in his disregard for the rules.

• The scrupulous storm left no stone unturned in its path.

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Analyze the following sentences and choose the one that correctly uses "skulk."

• The cat would skulk around the house, looking for a place to nap.

• He was skulk in his approach to the problem, solving it quickly.

• She was skulk about her achievements, always boasting.

• The skulk storm passed quietly, causing no damage.

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Which sentence uses "supercilious" in the correct context?

• Her supercilious smile made everyone feel welcome and appreciated.

• He was supercilious in his generosity, always helping those in need.

• The supercilious waiter looked down on the customers, making them uncomfortable.

• The supercilious storm was gentle and refreshing.

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Evaluate the following sentences and select the one that uses "uncanny" correctly.

• Her uncanny resemblance to the actress was purely coincidental.

• He was uncanny in his approach, always following the rules.

• The uncanny storm was predictable and caused no surprises.

• She was uncanny about her feelings, always expressing them clearly.

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "venial."

• His venial mistake was easily forgiven by his teacher.

• She was venial in her generosity, always helping those in need.

• The venial storm caused widespread destruction.

• He was venial about his achievements, always boasting.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

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Construct a sentence using the word "malevolent" that demonstrates its meaning.

• Her malevolent intentions were clear when she donated to the charity.

• The malevolent storm brought much-needed rain to the region.

• His malevolent glare made everyone feel uneasy.

• She was malevolent in her approach, always following the rules.

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