English 1 Week 3 & 4 Vocabulary Review

antithesis ​ ​ (a)  

arcane​ ​ (b)   ​

ardor​ ​ (c)  

ascertain ​ ​ (d)  

assimilation ​ (e)  

• the direct opposite
• known or knowable only to a few people
• restless, extreme vigor or energy
• to find out or learn with certainty
• to take into the mind and thoroughly understand

audacious​ ​ (a)  

augment​ ​ (b)  

aversion​ ​ (c)  

bemuse​ ​ (d)   ​

beseech ​ ​ (e)  

• intrepidly daring, recklessly bold
• to make greater, more numerous, larger, or more
• a feeling of disgust toward something
• to make confused, to occupy the attention of
• to beg for urgently or anxiously

Which sentence uses the word "antithesis" correctly?

• The antithesis of the argument was so compelling that it changed everyone's mind.

• She used antithesis to clean the kitchen thoroughly.

• His antithesis was a delicious dessert after dinner.

Which sentence uses the word "arcane" correctly?

• The arcane recipe was shared with everyone at the party.

• The arcane symbols on the ancient artifact puzzled the archaeologists.

• She found the arcane book in the children's section of the library.

Which sentence uses the word "ardor" correctly?

• His ardor for the project was evident in his lack of enthusiasm.

• She approached the challenge with ardor, eager to succeed.

• The ardor of the storm was calming and peaceful.

Which sentence uses the word "ascertain" correctly?

• He tried to ascertain the truth by asking more questions.

• She ascertained the cake with a fork to check if it was done.

• The ascertain of the book was on the last page.

Which sentence uses the word "assimilation" correctly?

• The assimilation of the new student was quick and smooth.

• She used assimilation to paint the walls a bright color.

• The assimilation was a delicious dish served at the restaurant.

Which sentence uses the word "audacious" correctly?

• His audacious plan involved staying home and doing nothing.

• The audacious explorer ventured into the uncharted territory.

• She was audaciously quiet during the entire meeting.

Which sentence uses the word "augment" correctly?

• She decided to augment her savings by spending more.

• The company plans to augment its workforce by hiring more employees.

• He augmented the soup by adding less water.

Which sentence uses the word "aversion" correctly?

• His aversion to spicy food made him order the hottest dish.

• She has a strong aversion to loud noises and prefers quiet places.

• The aversion of the book was its most exciting part.