Vocabulary Quiz Unit 3

The committee decided to _______ a new leader for the project.

• ignore

• designate

• confuse

• eliminate

The university prides itself on the ____ of its student body, with students from over 50 countries.

• similarity

• diversity

• uniformity

• scarcity

After winning the championship, the team didn't _______ over their victory but congratulated their opponents.

• gloat

• apologize

• ignore

• celebrate

The politician faced a _______ of questions from the reporters during the press conference.

• silence

• barrage

• compliment

• whisper

The unfair decision by the referee managed to _______ the fans, leading to loud protests.

• calm

• infuriate

• amuse

• ignore

The elderly professor was considered a _______ in his field, often sought after for his wisdom.

• novice

• sage

• critic

• student

She found her true _______ in teaching, feeling fulfilled and passionate about her work.

• hobby

• vocation

• vacation

• pastime

Without proper care, the plants began to _______ under the scorching sun.

• bloom

• wither

• grow

• flourish

The hikers were well-prepared for the rough _______ they would encounter on their journey.

• weather

• terrain

• climate

• altitude

After the long hike, they stopped by a stream to _______ their thirst.

• increase

• slake

• ignore

• intensify