Vocabulary Review - Weeks 29 and 30

1. What is the definition of "repugnant"?

• A. Extremely distasteful or unacceptable
• B. Showing great courage
• C. Plain and unattractive
• D. Highly accomplished

2. Choose the sentence that correctly uses "exemplary":

• A. The old house had a exemplary garden in the backyard.
• B. His exemplary behavior earned him the Student of the Month award.
• C. The exemplary weather made us stay inside all day.
• D. She felt exemplary about the test results.

3. What is the part of speech for "homely"?

• A. Noun
• B. Verb
• C. Adjective
• D. Adverb

4. What is a "rapier"?

• A. A type of musical instrument
• B. A cooking utensil
• C. A thin, sharp-pointed sword
• D. A medieval castle

5. What type of word is "catastrophe"?

• A. Adjective
• B. Adverb
• C. Verb
• D. Noun

6. "Timorous" means:

• A. Full of energy
• B. Showing timidity or fearfulness
• C. Being thoughtful
• D. Acting quickly

7. "Gallant" means:

• To decay
• To be brave
• To be harsh
• To be weak

8. The word "homely" means:

• A. Comfortable and cozy
• B. Plain or unattractive in appearance
• C. Related to household chores
• D. Welcoming to visitors

Write a complete sentence using the word 'homely'.

Write a complete sentence using the word 'catastrophe'.