Vocabulary in Context Quiz

What does the word "cognizant" most likely mean as used in the sentence: "Moreover, I am cognizant of the interrelatedness of all communities and states. I cannot sit idly by in Atlanta and not be concerned about what happens in Birmingham."?

• Aware or conscious of something

• Uninterested in something

• Angry about something

• Forgetful of something

Based on the context, what does "disenfranchisement" refer to in the sentence: "Now, in view of this entire disenfranchisement of one-half the people of this country, their social and religious degradation..."?

• The act of denying people the right to vote or other rights

• The act of giving people more rights

• The act of celebrating cultural diversity

• The act of improving education

In the sentence, "Is not segregation an existential expression of man’s tragic separation, his awful estrangement, his terrible sinfulness?", what does "estrangement" most likely mean?

• A feeling of being separated or alienated

• A feeling of happiness and unity

• A sense of accomplishment

• A sense of humor

What does "impunity" mean in the context: "He has made her, morally, an irresponsible being, as she can commit many crimes with impunity, provided they be done in the presence of her husband."?

• Freedom from punishment or consequences

• Extreme guilt or remorse

• A sense of pride

• A feeling of confusion

In the sentence, "see ominous clouds of inferiority beginning to form in her little mental sky…", what does "ominous" most likely mean?

• Threatening or indicating something bad will happen

• Bright and cheerful

• Unimportant or trivial

• Exciting and adventurous

What does the term "paradoxical" mean as used in the context of obeying the Supreme Court’s decision while consciously breaking laws?

• Something that seems self-contradictory or against common sense

• Something that is always true and logical

• Something that is easy to understand

• Something that is illegal

What does "plurality" refer to in the context of establishing a Common Power?

• The act of dividing power among many people

• The act of reducing all wills to one by combining voices or powers

• The act of ignoring the opinions of others

• The act of voting for multiple leaders

What does the term "prerogative" refer to when discussing the allocation of responsibilities?

• A special right or privilege exclusive to an individual or group

• A punishment given by law

• A type of government system

• A form of protest

What does "retaliation" mean as used in the context of nonviolence workshops?

• The act of forgiving someone

• The act of responding to an injury or attack with a similar action

• The act of ignoring an offense

• The act of negotiating peace

What does it mean to "transgress" unjust laws?

• To strictly follow the laws

• To ignore the existence of laws

• To violate or break the laws

• To write new laws