Week 11 Vocabulary Quiz

Which of the following sentences uses the word "idolatry" correctly?

• The idolatry of the mountain was a popular tourist activity.

• His idolatry of the pop star was evident in his room full of posters.

• She practiced idolatry by painting landscapes.

• The idolatry of the book was due to its complex plot.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the synonym for "adulterate."

• Purify

• Contaminate

• Enhance

• Simplify

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Fill in the blank with the correct word: The fragrance seemed to _______ from the flowers, filling the entire room.

• emanate

• defile

• sedition

• caveat

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which of the following is an antonym for "garish"?

• Subtle

• Bright

• Loud

• Flashy

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Select the sentence that correctly uses the word "immutable."

• The immutable laws of nature can be easily changed.

• Her immutable decision was to travel the world.

• The immutable weather patterns were unpredictable.

• His immutable hairstyle changed every week.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which of the following words is a synonym for "diadem"?

• Crown

• Necklace

• Bracelet

• Ring

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Fill in the blank with the correct word: The _______ landscape was dotted with sheep and small cottages.

• bucolic

• garish

• impious

• gratuitous

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which of the following sentences uses the word "redolent" correctly?

• The redolent noise was too loud to ignore.

• Her redolent memory of the event was vivid.

• The kitchen was redolent with the smell of baking bread.

• His redolent speech was inspiring.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the antonym for "impecunious."

• Wealthy

• Poor

• Frugal

• Generous

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Fill in the blank with the correct word: The leader was accused of _______ for inciting the crowd to rebel.

• sedition

• diadem

• onus

• caveat

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E