Unit 7 Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "brawl" most closely mean?

• A heated argument

• A noisy fight or quarrel

• A peaceful discussion

• A planned event

Which of the following is the best synonym for "detest"?

• Admire

• Loathe

• Respect

• Tolerate

In which situation is the word "flagrant" most appropriately used?

• A minor mistake

• An obvious and offensive act

• A secretive plan

• A random occurrence

What does the word "fluster" mean?

• To calm someone down

• To cause confusion or agitation

• To encourage someone

• To scold severely

Which phrase best describes "momentum"?

• A sudden stop

• The force gained by movement

• A lack of motivation

• A slow decline

Which sentence uses "notable" correctly?

• The chef prepared a notable dish that everyone ignored.

• She made a notable contribution to the project.

• His notable mistake was too small to be noticed.

• The event was notable for its lack of interest.

The term "paradox" refers to:

• A self-contradictory statement

• A clear and logical concept

• A predictable outcome

• A scientific fact

If an event is described as "prior," it means it happened:

• In the future

• Right now

• Before another event

• Without warning

Which of the following is an example of a "salvo"?

• A single gunshot

• A sudden burst of gunfire or cheers

• A long and slow applause

• A quiet and thoughtful remark

Someone who is "vigilant" is:

• Careless and unaware

• Watchful and alert

• Distracted and confused

• Energetic and carefree