Vocabulary Workshop Level C Unit 2 Practice

Which of the following best defines the word "avowed"?

• Secretly declared

• Openly acknowledged

• Unintentionally implied

• Hastily denied

Identify the synonym for the word "banter."

• Silence

• Praise

• Teasing

• Criticism

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

• Surplus

• Scarcity

• Abundance

• Excess

In which sentence is the word "maim" used correctly?

• The artist maimed the canvas with beautiful colors.

• The soldier was maimed in battle, losing the use of his leg.

• She maimed her homework with great care.

• The chef maimed the dish with spices.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "minimize."

• To minimize the risk, they ignored all safety protocols.

• She tried to minimize her achievements to appear humble.

• He minimized the volume to make it louder.

• They minimized the size of the room by adding more furniture.

What is the meaning of the word "oblique"?

• Direct and straightforward

• Indirect or slanting

• Transparent and clear

• Vertical and upright

Which of the following words is a synonym for "venerate"?

• Despise

• Honor

• Ignore

• Mock

Identify the antonym for the word "wanton."

• gingerly

• durable

• legendary

• oblique

Which sentence uses the word "avowed" correctly?

• She avowed her dislike for chocolate in a whisper.

• He avowed his intentions to run for office during the press conference.

• They avowed their plans in secret.

• The avowed statement was kept hidden.

In which context is the word "banter" used appropriately?

• The banter between the two friends was filled with hostility.

• The banter at the meeting was serious and formal.

• The banter at the party was light-hearted and fun.

• The banter in the courtroom was solemn.