Vocab quiz

1. What does "benevolent" mean?

• A. Selfish and greedy

• B. Well-meaning and charitable

• C. Lacking excitement or interest

Someone who works thoroughly and wishes to do what is right can be described as:

• A. Nonchalant

• B. Benevolent

• C. Conscientious

• D. Pragmatic

 "Inevitable" means:

• A. Something that cannot be avoided

• B. Happening by accident with a positive outcome

• C. Lasting for a very short time

• D. Changing frequently and unpredictably

To "juxtapose" means to:

• A. Place things together for contrasting effect

• B. Avoid the company of others

• C. Shorten something in length

• D. Act quickly without thought or care

 Someone who pays great attention to detail is:

• A. Capricious

• B. Eccentric

• C. Meticulous

• D. Mundane

6. Which word means persistence in doing something despite difficulty?

• A. Foresight

• B. Perseverance

• C. Candor

• D. Sagacious

"Obsolete" refers to something that is:

• New and innovative

• No longer in use

• Rich and luxurious

• Scattered or isolated

If something is "subtle," it is:

• Bold and obvious

• Hard to notice or understated

• Occurring by accident
  

• Carried out with minimal effort

To "deceive" someone means to:

• Mislead or trick them

• Respectfully disagree

• Avoid doing something

• Use excessive detail

Which word describes a person who is unconventional and slightly strange?

• Demure

• Nonchalant

• Eccentric

• Venerable