10th Enrichment ACT Vocabulary #3

What is the definition of the word "submissive"?

• Showing a willingness to serve or obey

• Having the ability to predict the future

• Being overly confident and arrogant

• Lacking compassion or empathy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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

• She was tactful in her approach, ensuring not to offend anyone.

• His clairvoyant nature made him a great detective.

• The pretentious display of wealth was off-putting.

• He was submissive to his boss's every demand.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identify the synonym for "restrained".

• Uncontrolled

• Moderate

• Pretentious

• Intuitive

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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

• Empathy

• Indifference

• Kindness

• Sympathy

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does the word "clairvoyant" mean?

• Able to see beyond the ordinary

• Lacking in foresight

• Being overly cautious

• Showing great restraint

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Use the word "intuitive" in a sentence.

• Her intuitive understanding of the problem led to a quick solution.

• His pretentious attitude made him unpopular.

• The restrained celebration was appreciated by all.

• She was submissive to her friend's demands.

Identify the synonym for "compromise".

• Agreement

• Conflict

• Dispute

• Argument

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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

• His pretentious manner made him seem arrogant.

• She was intuitive about the upcoming changes.

• The restrained applause was respectful.

• He showed great compassion for the needy.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of the word "tactful"?

• Having or showing skill in dealing with people in difficult situations

• Lacking sensitivity or consideration

• Being overly submissive

• Showing a lack of restraint

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Identify the antonym for "submissive".

• Obedient

• Defiant

• Compliant

• Yielding

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A