Chapter 5 Vocabulary Quiz Practice

Fill in the blank: A _______ is an obstacle preventing the movement of people or goods.

• blockade

• vehicle

• bridge

• tunnel

What is the definition of inflation?

• Decrease in the cost of goods and services

• Increase in the cost of goods and services

• No change in the cost of goods and services

• Increase in the supply of goods and services

Fill in the blank: A ______ is a soldier from a different country who is paid to fight in a war.

• Mercenary

• Diplomat

• Volunteer

• General

What is the definition of 'Militia'?

• A group of citizens organized for military service.

• A type of government tax.

• A formal peace treaty between nations.

• A law passed by the legislature.

What is the term for a king and queen who rules nations?

• Monarch

• President

• Prime Minister

• Governor

What does the word 'Negotiate' mean?

• To discuss and bargain for a solution.

• To ignore a problem completely.

• To write a letter to someone.

• To run away from a situation.

Fill in the blank: People who take advantage of a poor economic situation, hoarding goods and selling them at high prices to make a large profit, are called _________.

• profiteers

• volunteers

• donors

• investigators

What is the term for 'a person who defies authority'?

• Rebel

• Follower

• Supporter

• Conformist

What does the word 'Reconciliation' mean?

• Returning to the previous friendly condition of a relationship after a disagreement.

• Starting a new conflict with someone.

• Ignoring someone after a disagreement.

• Ending a relationship permanently.

What is the definition of the word 'Traitor'?