Lesson #6 Vocabulary

What is the definition of 'blasphemy'?

• A) Formal release from guilt or punishment

• B) Argumentative and uncooperative

• C) Profane talk about holy or sacred things

Fill in the blank: The protesters screamed vile _______ during the Pope's speech.

• blasphemies

• praises

• compliments

• apologies

What is a synonym for 'absolution'?

• A) Condemnation

• B) Forgiveness

• C) Heresy

Fill in the blank: The priest administered _______ to the sinners.

• absolutions

• punishments

• sermons

• prayers

What is the definition of 'cantankerous'?

• A) Argumentative and uncooperative

• B) Formal release from guilt or punishment

• C) Profane talk about holy or sacred things

Fill in the blank: The crusty, _______ old man bellowed at the children as they walked past his house.

• cantankerous

• friendly

• joyful

• silent

What is the definition of 'deride'?

• to verbally rip apart

• to build up

• to ignore

• to misunderstand

What is a synonym for 'debacle'?

• failure

• success

• victory

• triumph

What is an antonym for 'temerity'?

• caution

• boldness

• recklessness

• audacity

What is the definition of 'ennui'?

• dissatisfaction or exhaustion caused by boredom

• a feeling of intense happiness

• a state of physical health

• an overwhelming sense of joy