UIL Spelling and Vocabulary Contest Quiz

What is the main focus of the UIL Spelling and Vocabulary Contest?

• Mathematical problem-solving

• Vocabulary development and effective use of words

• Historical analysis

• Scientific research

How many questions are in Part I of the UIL Spelling and Vocabulary Contest?

• 10

• 20

• 30

• 40

What is the source for the vocabulary questions in the UIL contest?

• Current events

• Word Power list

• Historical documents

• Scientific journals

What is required if a word can begin with either a lower-case letter or a capital letter?

• Only the capitalized version is accepted

• Both versions are given

• Only the lower-case version is accepted

• Neither version is accepted

What is "anemia"?

• A type of plant

• A blood condition

• A musical instrument

• A mathematical term

What does the term "declassification" refer to?

• The process of making information available to the public

• The process of classifying information as top secret

• The process of encrypting data

• The process of archiving old documents

What is the meaning of "dysfunction"?

• Proper functioning of a system

• Abnormal or impaired functioning

• Enhanced performance

• Over-functioning of a system

What does "embolden" mean?

• To make someone feel timid

• To make someone feel bold or courageous

• To weaken someone's resolve

• To confuse someone

What is "exponential" growth?

• Linear growth

• Growth at a constant rate

• Growth that accelerates rapidly

• Declining growth

What does the term "fibrillation" refer to?

• A type of fabric

• A musical instrument

• Rapid, irregular contractions of muscle fibers

• A cooking technique