Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "ostracize" mean?

• To welcome warmly

• To expel from a community or group

• To praise publicly

• To include in a team

What is a "peccadillo"?

• A major crime

• A petty misdeed

• A heroic act

• A generous donation

What does "aberration" refer to?

• A normal condition

• A state or condition markedly different from the norm

• A common occurrence

• A regular pattern

What is "chattel"?

• Real estate property

• Personal property, as opposed to real estate

• A type of investment

• A legal document

What does "salient" mean?

• Hidden or obscure

• Conspicuous, prominent, or important

• Unimportant or trivial

• Dull and boring

What does "litigious" relate to?

• Medical procedures

• Legal proceedings

• Educational activities

• Artistic endeavors

What does "aghast" mean?

• Calm and relaxed

• Struck with fear, dread, or consternation

• Happy and joyful

• Indifferent and uninterested

What does "bewilder" mean?

• To clarify

• To cause to be confused emotionally

• To simplify

• To explain clearly

What is an "ordeal"?

• A pleasant experience

• A severe or trying experience

• A routine task

• A simple decision

What does "prosaic" mean?

• Lacking wit or imagination

• Full of creativity

• Highly imaginative

• Exceptionally witty