61-75 Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 10

What is the meaning of "Pernicious"?

• Having a beneficial effect

• Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way

• Being overly cautious

• Being extremely generous

What does "Philanthropy" refer to?

• The desire to promote the welfare of others, typically through charitable donations

• The act of being frugal

• The practice of hoarding wealth

• The pursuit of personal gain

What is the definition of "Placate"?

• To irritate someone

• To calm or soothe someone, especially by appeasing

• To ignore someone

• To challenge someone

What does "Precarious" mean?

• Securely held in place

• Not securely held or in a position of danger

• Completely safe

• Easily accessible

What is the meaning of "Quixotic"?

• Extremely practical and realistic

• Extremely idealistic; unrealistic and impractical

• Highly logical

• Deeply pessimistic

What does "Recalcitrant" mean?

• Eager to follow rules

• Stubbornly resistant to authority or control

• Easily persuaded

• Open to suggestions

What is the definition of "Redundant"?

• Essential and necessary

• Repetitive or unnecessary because it’s superfluous

• Unique and irreplaceable

• Brief and concise

What does "Resilient" mean?

• Easily broken

• Able to recover quickly from adversity or difficulty

• Permanently damaged

• Fragile and delicate

What is the meaning of "Sagacious"?

• Lacking insight

• Having or showing keen judgment and insight

• Being indecisive

• Easily fooled

What does "Sanguine" mean?

• Pessimistic and negative

• Optimistic or positive, especially in difficult situations

• Indifferent and apathetic

• Anxious and worried