Vocabulary Quiz - Lesson 7

What is the meaning of the word 'invective'?

• A natural inclination

• Harsh, abusive language

• Moral integrity

• Intense emotion

Fill in the blank: Her _______ comments were laced with anger and spite.

• A) Propensity

• B) Rectitude

• C) Invective

• D) Vehement

Fill in the blank: The _______ old man grumbled about the noise from the construction site next door.

• Vehement

• Rectitude

• Cantankerous

• Propensity

What is the definition of 'rectitude'?

• Intense emotion

• Moral integrity

• Harsh language

• Natural inclination

Fill in the blank: The politician's _______ against his opponent escalated the tension during the debate.

• Rectitude

• Propensity

• Invective

• Vehement

Which word can be used to describe someone who is irritable and quarrelsome?

• Vehement

• Cantankerous

• Rectitude

• Propensity

Fill in the blank: Her _______ disagreement with the decision was evident.

• Invective

• Cantankerous

• Vehement

• Rectitude

What is the meaning of the word 'articulate' when used as a verb?

• To mumble words

• To express thoughts clearly

• To write poetry

• To sing loudly.

Fill in the blank: The fashion trend from last year now seemed ______ as new styles emerged.

• trendy

• passé

• innovative

• fresh

What is the meaning of 'melancholy' when used as a noun?

• Joy

• Deep sadness

• Anger

• Surprise