Vocabulary Quiz

Which of the following best defines "bias"?

• A neutral and objective perspective.

• A prejudice or inclination towards or against something, often in a way considered to be unfair.

• The act of being impartial and unbiased.

• A factual and verifiable statement.

"The constant noise was the *bane* of her existence." In this sentence, "bane" most nearly means:

• A blessing

• A source of great annoyance or distress

• A pleasant experience

• A minor inconvenience

Which of the following is the closest synonym for "bereft"?

• Full

• Lacking or deprived of something

• Abundant

• Plentiful

The storm's fury began to ______.

• Intensify

• Abate

• Remain constant

• Worsen

To "abet" someone is to:

• Hinder their progress.

• Assist or encourage them, especially in wrongdoing.

• Ignore their actions.

• Criticize their behavior.

Which word is the antonym of "abhor"?

• Love

• Hate

• Detest

• Adore

To "debunk" a claim is to:

• Support it with evidence.

• Expose its falseness.

• Ignore it completely.

• Remain neutral about it.

Which of the following describes what it means to "corroborate" a story?

• To contradict it.

• To provide evidence that supports it.

• To summarize it briefly.

• To retell it in a different way.

Someone who is "complacent" is:

• Actively seeking improvement.

• Self-satisfied and unconcerned, often to a fault.

• Highly motivated and driven.

• Constantly worried and anxious.

A "contentious" issue is one that is:

• Easy to resolve.

• Likely to cause disagreement or argument.

• Universally accepted.

• Of little importance.