Choose the sentence in which "furtive" is used correctly.

She cast a furtive glance over her shoulder, hoping no one would notice her.

The furtive gold leaf shone brightly in the sunlight.

The room was furtive with dust and grime.

He was known for his furtive and polite manners.

Which sentence best demonstrates the use of "repudiate"?

The committee decided to repudiate the proposal, refusing to accept its terms.

The artist repudiated the canvas with a thin layer of gold.

The crowd repudiated in a secretive manner.

The teacher repudiated the students for their heroic acts.

In which context would "mutability" be most appropriately used?

Discussing the constant changes in fashion trends

Which sentence uses "gilded" correctly?

The gilded statue sparkled in the sunlight, covered in a thin layer of gold.

The gilded man hesitated in purpose.

The room was gilded with filth.

Which of the following sentences best uses the word "denounced"?

The leader denounced the corrupt official in a public speech.

The denounced painting was covered in gold.

She denounced quietly in the corner.

If a law is "sanctioned," what does that imply?

It is given authoritative approval or consent.

It is considered dirty or filthy.

A character in a novel is described as "urbane." Based on the definition, what traits would you expect this character to display? Use evidence from the definition to support your answer.

Politeness and a polished manner

Given the word "annihilation," in what type of scenario would this word be most appropriately used? Justify your choice.

The complete destruction of a city in a war

A minor disagreement between friends

A polite conversation at a dinner party

If a person is accused of "heresies," what might be the social consequences in a community with strict traditional beliefs? Use reasoning based on the definition.

They might face disapproval or punishment for holding contrary opinions.

They would be celebrated for their heroism.

They would be given authoritative approval.

They would be ignored completely.

A scientist's theory is described as "inscrutable." What challenges might this present to other scientists, and why? Use evidence from the definition.

It would be difficult to interpret or investigate, making it hard to validate.

It would be easy to understand and replicate.

It would be widely accepted without question.

It would be considered polite and polished.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the word "vile" as used in the vocabulary list?

Notably polite or polished in manner

Physically repulsive; foul

Abnormally swollen

Serving no useful purpose

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word from the list means "abnormally swollen"?

Urbane

Varicose

Sordid

Furtive

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does "scrutinized" mean?

To overlay with gold

Examined closely and minutely

To refuse to accept

To hesitate in purpose

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word best fits the definition "dirty, filthy"?

Sordid

Urbane

Gilded

Heresies

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of "faltered"?

To overlay with gold

To hesitate in purpose or action; waver

To give authoritative approval

To refuse to accept

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "having or seeming to have no end; wearisomely protracted"?

Interminable

Mutability

Furtive

Reproach

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Choose the word that means "notably polite or polished in manner."

Urbane

Sordid

Vile

Denounced

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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Vocabulary Review Ch 1-3 1984

What is the meaning of the word "vile" as used in the vocabulary list?

Which word from the list means "abnormally swollen"?

What does "scrutinized" mean?

Which word best fits the definition "dirty, filthy"?

What is the meaning of "faltered"?

Which word means "having or seeming to have no end; wearisomely protracted"?

Choose the word that means "notably polite or polished in manner."

Which word refers to "an opinion, doctrine, or practice contrary to generally accepted beliefs"?

Select the word that means "not readily investigated, interpreted, or understood; mysterious."

Which word from the list means "serving no useful purpose; completely ineffective"?

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