Advanced English Vocabulary Quiz 1

What is the meaning of the word in the phrase?

"The scientist's theory was entirely untenable."

• Weak

• Indefensible

• Plausible

• Innovative

Which is the most appropriate synonym for "obfuscate"?

• Clarify

• Confuse

• Simplify

• Explain

What does the idiom "to throw in the towel" mean?

• To quit or give up

• To start a fight

• To clean up

• To delay something

• What is the correct antonym for "loquacious"?

• • Talkative

• • Reticent

• • Friendly

• • Informative

Which is the right collocation?

• Launch an investigation

• Start an investigation

• Perform an investigation

• Do an investigation

• What is the meaning of the word in the phrase?
  "His penchant for solving complex puzzles was unmatched."

• • Dislike

• • Tendency

• • Weakness

• • Hesitation

Which is the best synonym for "exacerbate"?

• Relieve

• Worsen

• Improve

• End

What does the idiom "barking up the wrong tree" mean?

• Complaining too much

• Pursuing the wrong course of action

• Trying something new

• Helping someone

What is the correct antonym for "ephemeral"?

• Eternal

• Brief

• Temporary

• Fragile

Which is the correct collocation?

• Make a mistake

• Do a mistake

• Take a mistake

• Have a mistake