Chapter 22 Mastering Vocabulary Practice

What is the definition of the word "colloquial"?

• Formal and literary

• Informal and conversational

• Technical and precise

• Archaic and outdated

Which of the following sentences uses the word "crass" correctly?

• Her crass humor was appreciated by everyone at the formal dinner.

• The crass painting was a masterpiece of subtlety.

• His crass remarks offended many people at the meeting.

• She was known for her crass elegance and sophistication.

What does the word "discerning" mean?

• Lacking judgment

• Being perceptive or observant

• Easily confused

• Indifferent to details

Use the word "hyperbole" in a sentence.

• The hyperbole of the situation was calming and soothing.

• His statement was a hyperbole, as he claimed he could eat a horse.

• She used hyperbole to describe the mundane details of her day.

• Hyperbole is a form of understatement.

What is the meaning of "incisive"?

• Vague and unclear

• Sharp and clear

• Dull and boring

• Lengthy and verbose

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "judicious."

• Her judicious spending habits left her in debt.

• The judicious decision was made without any thought.

• He was known for his judicious use of resources.

• The judicious plan was reckless and poorly thought out.

Define the word "prerogative."

• A mandatory duty

• A special right or privilege

• A common responsibility

• A shared obligation

Which sentence uses "tacit" correctly?

• Her tacit approval was loudly announced.

• The agreement was tacit, with nothing written down.

• He was known for his tacit speeches.

• The tacit noise was deafening.

What does "tactless" mean?

• Skillful in handling difficult situations

• Lacking sensitivity in dealing with others

• Full of tact and diplomacy

• Careful and considerate

Use "whet" in a sentence.

• The whet stone was dull and ineffective.

• The movie trailer whet my appetite for the full film.

• His whet personality was calming.

• She whet the paper with water.