Groundwork for a Better Vocabulary Ch. 25

What does the verb "acquire" mean?

• To lose

• To get

• To give away

• To destroy

What is the meaning of the noun "commitment"?

• A casual suggestion

• A pledge or promise

• A random thought

• A temporary decision

Which word describes something that is "official"?

• Informal

• Casual

• Formal

• Unofficial

What is a "fragment"?

• A complete object

• A small part broken or separated off something

• A large piece

• An entire structure

What does "fundamental" mean?

• Unnecessary

• Basic; primary; essential

• Complicated

• Secondary

What does the verb "precede" mean?

• To follow after

• To go or come before in time, rank, or position

• To happen simultaneously

• To end

What does it mean to "resent" something?

• To feel happy about it

• To feel indifferent

• To feel angry or bitter at something

• To forget about it

Which word describes something that is "very serious"?

• Solemn

• Joyful

• Casual

• Lighthearted

What is "spite"?

• A feeling of wanting to help someone

• A feeling of wanting to hurt or upset someone, malice

• A feeling of indifference

• A feeling of joy

What does the verb "symbolize" mean?

• To ignore

• To stand for; to represent

• To destroy

• To hide