101 Words A & B List

Which of the following sentences uses the word "austere" correctly in context?

• The austere decorations at the party made it feel lively and festive.

• The austere room had plain white walls and no furniture.

• The austere weather was perfect for a day at the beach.

• The austere music was loud and full of energy.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Identify the synonym for the word "bellicose."

• Peaceful

• Aggressive

• Humble

• Joyful

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is an antonym for "banal"?

• Original

• Common

• Dull

• Predictable

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "ad hoc."

• The ad hoc committee was formed to address the unexpected issue.

• The ad hoc plan was carefully thought out over several months.

• The ad hoc meeting was scheduled a year in advance.

• The ad hoc decision was part of the long-term strategy.

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Select the sentence that uses "blasphemy" in the correct context.

• The blasphemy of the dessert was its lack of sweetness.

• The artist's work was considered blasphemy by some religious groups.

• The blasphemy of the weather was its perfect sunshine.

• The blasphemy of the music was its soothing melody.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which word is a synonym for "archetype"?

• Prototype

• Anomaly

• Imitation

• Variation

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Identify the antonym for "bohemian."

• Conventional

• Unconventional

• Artistic

• Free-spirited

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which sentence correctly uses the word "anecdote"?

• The anecdote was a long, detailed report on the subject.

• She shared a humorous anecdote about her childhood.

• The anecdote was a fictional story with no basis in reality.

• The anecdote was a scientific theory.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Choose the sentence that uses "ad hominem" correctly.

• The ad hominem argument focused on the issue at hand.

• The ad hominem attack targeted the speaker's character rather than their ideas.

• The ad hominem debate was respectful and focused on facts.

• The ad hominem discussion was purely theoretical.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which of the following sentences uses "antebellum" correctly?

• The antebellum architecture was a modern marvel.

• The antebellum period refers to the time before the American Civil War.

• The antebellum technology was cutting-edge.

• The antebellum fashion was futuristic.

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E