Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of the word "fluke"?

• A small group of people specially trained for a purpose

• An unlikely chance occurrence, especially a surprising piece of luck

• A harsh discordant mixture of sounds

• The faculty or power of using one's will

Which word describes a statement of self-evident truth?

• Taut

• Volition

• Truism

• Cadre

What does "cadre" refer to?

• A period of staying awake

• A small group of people specially trained for a particular purpose or profession

• A dull, overused statement

• The quality of being open to more than one interpretation

What is a "talisman" typically thought to do?

• Bring bad luck

• Increase confusion

• Have magic powers and bring good luck

• Cause a harsh discordant mixture of sounds

What does "taut" mean?

• Stretched or pulled tight; not slack

• Contented to a fault

• Intended to attract notice

• Perplexed and confused

What is the meaning of "volition"?

• The quality of being open to more than one interpretation

• The faculty or power of using one's will

• A harsh discordant mixture of sounds

• A period of staying awake

Which word means "contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions"?

• Frivolous

• Complacent

• Solemn

• Devout

What does "frivolous" mean?

• Not serious in content, attitude, or behavior

• Having or showing profound knowledge

• Giving off bubbles; fizzy

• To warn or reprimand firmly

What is a "platitude"?

• A dull, overused statement or remark

• A small group of people specially trained

• A period of staying awake

• A harsh discordant mixture of sounds

What does "vigil" refer to?

• A harsh discordant mixture of sounds

• A period of staying awake, especially at night

• The quality of being open to more than one interpretation

• To accept something reluctantly