CP Vocab review - Unit 3 (Difficult)

Emma was composing an essay for her English literature class, but her instructor noted that numerous expressions she used were 'Trite'. In this context, what does the term 'Trite' signify?

• Overused and lacking originality

• To take power unlawfully

• To shorten or condense

• A supporter or follower

In a school election, what does it imply if Benjamin attempts to 'Usurp' the position of class president?

• To seize power illegitimately

• To implement modifications

• A conflict or dispute

• To pardon or disregard

Anika was instructed to abridge her essay for the school magazine. What does the term 'Abridge' signify?

• To shorten or condense

• To support

• A conflict or dispute

• To expel an evil spirit

Grace is recognized for being an adherent of environmental initiatives. What does the term 'Adherent' signify in this context?

• A supporter or follower

• A childlike or innocent face

• To disagree

• To create false information

During a school debate, Isla and Scarlett engaged in an altercation over the topic of climate change. What does the term 'Altercation' signify in this context?

• A conflict or dispute

• To forgive or overlook

• To take something secretly

• A state of being poor

In the context of the school play, Maya was described as having a 'cherubic' appearance. What is the meaning of the term 'cherubic'?

• A face that appears innocent or childlike

• To unlawfully seize power

• To fabricate information

• To express disagreement

Emma inadvertently shattered Luna's cherished vase. Rather than expressing anger, Luna chose to condone Emma's error. In this context, what does the term 'Condone' signify?

• To forgive or overlook

• To shorten or condense

• A supporter or follower

• A conflict or dispute

In a school debate, Michael articulated his dissent regarding the proposed policy amendment. What is the meaning of the term 'Dissent'?

• To disagree

• To take something secretly

• To expel an evil spirit

• A state of being poor

During a school assembly, the principal described Benjamin as an 'Eminent' student. What is the meaning of 'Eminent' in this context?

• Renowned and esteemed

• To fabricate information

• To seize authority illegitimately

• Having a naive or innocent appearance

Luna was watching a film about a haunted mansion. In the film, the clergyman had to 'Exorcise' the mansion. What does the term 'Exorcise' signify?

• To expel a malevolent spirit

• To abridge or condense

• An adherent or supporter

• A conflict or contention