Quiz on Antecedents

What part of speech is the word "antecedent"?

• Verb

• Adjective

• Noun

• Adverb

What part of speech is the word "corroborate"?

• Noun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Adverb

What is the definition of a euphemism?

• A direct and blunt statement

• A vague or more pleasant-sounding word or statement substituted for one considered blunt or offensive

• A humorous or sarcastic remark

• A technical term used in science

What does the word "expostulate" mean?

• To agree with

• To argue or reason with

• To ignore

• To celebrate

Which of the following best describes the action of expostulating?

• Agreeing silently

• Arguing or reasoning with someone

• Walking away

• Listening quietly

What part of speech is the word "pneumatic"?

• Noun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Adverb

Which of the following is an example of something that is often considered inevitable?

• Winning the lottery

• Paying taxes

• Finding a four-leaf clover

• Meeting a celebrity

What is the definition of the word "contingency"?

• A definite plan or strategy

• A chance, accident, or possibility conditional on something uncertain

• A fixed outcome or result

• A guaranteed event

What is the meaning of the word "gaudy"?

• Subtle and elegant

• Excessively showy in a tasteless way; flashy

• Dark and gloomy

• Simple and plain

What is the meaning of the word "scrutiny"?

• A type of plant

• A close observation

• A musical instrument

• A form of transportation