Vocabulary List 12 – ELA Quiz

What is the definition of the word 'debate'?

• To agree on a topic

• To argue about a subject, especially in a formal manner

• To ignore a subject

• To write about a subject.

Fill in the blank: To _______ is to form an opinion or reach a conclusion through reasoning and information.

• debate

• deduce

• license

• trend

Which of the following is a synonym for 'license'?

• Permission

• Denial

• Refusal

• Argument

What is an antonym for 'sufficient'?

• Adequate

• Enough

• Insufficient

• Plentiful

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a general tendency or course of events.

• debate

• deduce

• license

• trend

What does the word 'adaptable' mean?

• Able to adjust to new conditions

• Unable to change

• Resistant to change

• Fixed in nature.

Fill in the blank: To 'insulate' means to protect something by _______ material that prevents the loss of heat or the intrusion of sound.

• removing

• interposing

• ignoring

• exposing

Which of the following best describes the word 'lethal'?

• Harmless

• Sufficient to cause death

• Beneficial

• Non-toxic

The word 'dependent' refers to someone who is:

• Independent

• Self-sufficient

• Requiring support

• Autonomous

A 'paradox' is a situation that: A) Makes perfect sense B) Combines contradictory features or qualities C) Is easily understood D) Is straightforward.

• Makes perfect sense

• Combines contradictory features or qualities

• Is easily understood

• Is straightforward