Vocabulary List 2 (Practice Quiz)

What is the definition of the word "adamant"?

• Easily persuaded or flexible

• Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind

• Lacking courage or confidence

• Showing great care or caution

Which word means "showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks"?

• Audacious

• Concise

• Tedious

• Gnarled

Select the correct definition for "succinct".

• Lasting for a long time

• Briefly and clearly expressed

• Difficult to understand

• Full of knots

Which of the following is a synonym for "exasperate"?

• Calm

• Annoy

• Encourage

• Soothe

What does "mandatory" mean?

• Optional

• Required by law or rules

• Unclear

• Unnecessary

Which sentence correctly uses the word "elusive"?

• The elusive cat hid under the bed, making it hard to catch.

• The elusive student always arrived early.

• The elusive answer was obvious to everyone.

• The elusive book was on the table.

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates the meaning of "pensive".

• She laughed loudly at the joke.

• He sat by the window, lost in pensive thought about his future.

• The dog barked at the stranger.

• They ran quickly to the store.

Which of the following sentences uses "shrewd" correctly?

• The shrewd investor made wise decisions and earned a lot of money.

• The shrewd child was always tired.

• The shrewd weather was very cold.

• The shrewd book was interesting.

Which of the following is a synonym for "foolhardy"?

• Reckless

• Careful

• Wise

• Patient

Which word best fits the following sentence? "After hours of _______ work, the students finally finished their project."

• Audacious

• Tedious

• Impudent

• Concise