Vocabulary Test: CH 1-3 ROTHMC

What is the meaning of the word "exasperation" as used in the sentence: "She sighed with exasperation after trying to solve the puzzle for hours without success"?

• Joy

• Frustration

• Excitement

• Curiosity

In the sentence "The emaciated dog was found wandering the streets," what does the word "emaciated" mean?

• Well-fed

• Thin and weak

• Energetic

• Playful

Choose the correct meaning of the word "amablemente" in the context: "Saludó a todos amablemente en la fiesta."

• Rudely

• Cheerfully

• Silently

• With anger

What does the word "grimly" suggest in the sentence: "She accepted the challenge grimly, knowing it would be difficult"?

• Happily

• Lightly

• Seriously

• Indifferently

Determine the meaning of the word "resolve" in the sentence: "He showed great resolve in completing the marathon despite the pain."

• Weakness

• Determination

• Confusion

• Doubt

In the context of the sentence "The severe storm caused widespread damage," what does "severe" mean?

• Mild

• Intense

• Gentle

• Calm

What is the meaning of "amargar" in the sentence: "El trato injusto lo amargó a lo largo de los años"?

• Sweetened

• Calmed

• Angered

• Pacified

In the sentence "Ella tends to pamper her younger brother," what does "pamper" mean?

• Ignore

• Neglect

• Indulge

• Criticize

What does the word "gully" mean in the sentence: "The rainwater flowed quickly through the gully"?

• Hill

• Valley

• Ditch

• Mountain

Determine the meaning of "disgruntled" in the sentence: "The employees were disgruntled after the announcement of pay cuts."

• Satisfied

• Happy

• Disgruntled

• Excited