Vocabulary Quiz 4

What does the word "Jubilation" mean?

• A feeling of sadness and defeat

• A feeling of great happiness and triumph

• A feeling of anger and frustration

• A feeling of confusion and doubt

What is the meaning of "Scrutiny"?

• Casual observation

• Critical observation or examination

• Quick glance

• Ignoring details

What does "Tarnish" mean?

• To polish something

• To lose or cause to lose luster

• To make something shine

• To clean thoroughly

What does "Purloin" mean?

• To give something

• To steal something

• To lend something

• To borrow something

Who is a "Magistrate"?

• A person who writes laws

• A civil officer or lay judge who administers the law

• A person who enforces laws

• A person who breaks laws

What does "Preposterous" mean?

• Reasonable and sensible

• Contrary to reason or common sense

• Logical and rational

• Predictable and expected

What does "Leoine" refer to?

• Of or resembling a lion

• Of or resembling a tiger

• Of or resembling a bear

• Of or resembling a wolf

Who is a "Swindler"?

• A person who gives money to others

• A person who uses deception to deprive someone of money

• A person who saves money

• A person who donates money

What does "Baroque" relate to?

• A style of modern architecture

• A style of European architecture, music, and art of the 17th and 18th centuries

• A style of ancient architecture

• A style of futuristic design

What does "Prolific" mean?

• Scarce and rare

• Present in large numbers or quantities

• Limited and few

• Absent and missing