Vocabulary W11

What does the word cordial most closely mean?

• Rude and unfriendly

• Warm and friendly

• Indifferent

If someone shows contempt, they are demonstrating:

• Respect and admiration

• Kindness and generosity

• Disdain or a lack of respect

Which of the following best describes a feeling of melancholy?

• Joy and happiness

• Deep sadness or sorrow

• Excitement and thrill

The term occult refers to:

• Mystical or supernatural phenomena

• Scientific explanations of the world

• Ordinary and common events

Which of the following describes someone who is immortal?

• Extremely old

• Subject to death

• Living forever

An acquaintance is best defined as:

• A close friend

• Someone you know slightly

• A family member

Which sentence uses the word cordial correctly?

• She received a cordial greeting from her new neighbors.

• The professor showed contempt towards his students.

• He felt a cordial sadness after hearing the news.

If someone feels melancholy, what might they be experiencing?

• A sense of excitement

• A feeling of anger

• A period of sadness or reflection

Which of the following scenarios would likely involve contempt?

• Applauding a friend’s achievements

• Laughing at someone’s mistakes

• Encouraging a teammate

In a discussion about beliefs, which topic would likely be considered occult?

• Current events in politics

• Traditional cooking methods

• Astrology and mystical practices