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Review Lists 1-10

Total questions: 148

Worksheet time: 1hrs 14mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
flabbergasted
a)
struck dumb with surprise
b)
not getting upset easily
c)
off-center or crooked
d)
inactive
2.
not easily upset or irritated
a)
flabbergasted
b)
unflappable
c)
askew
d)
dormant
3.
crooked
a)
dormant
b)
coax
c)
askew
d)
correlation
4.
inactive but capable of being active
a)
dormant
b)
coax
c)
unflappable
d)
askew
5.
the state of being clear, whether in vision or in understanding
a)
clarity
b)
unflappable
c)
moratorium
d)
askew
6.
complain or express sorrow over
a)
apathetic
b)
perfunctory
c)
bemoan
d)
vehemently
7.
forcefully and with passion
a)
apathetic
b)
perfunctory
c)
bemoan
d)
vehemently
8.
extraordinary in a BAD way; standing out due to bad quality
a)
egregious
b)
unflappable
c)
coax
d)
askew
9.
correlation
a)
a mutual relationship or connection
b)
unable to be upset
c)
extraordinary in a bad way
d)
well-spoken
10.
nuance
a)
outstandingly bad
b)
a slight or subtle degree of difference
c)
express discontent or sorrow over
d)
a measure of the relationship between two variables; a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things
11.
She tried to _______ her shy cat out from under the bed with a gentle voice and a tasty treat.
a)
coax
b)
vilify
c)
moratorium
d)
innate
12.
The salesman used his charming personality to _______ hesitant customers into making a purchase.
a)
vilify
b)
coax
c)
nuance
d)
ludicrous
13.
In the face of a sudden crisis, Sarah remained ________, calmly assessing the situation and providing clear instructions to her team.
a)
unflappable
b)
disconcerting
c)
flabbergasted
d)
brevity
14.
The photographer intentionally captured the subject's hat slightly _______ to create a sense of casual elegance in the portrait. Apparently, it is aesthetically pleasing to have a crooked hat when you are being photographed.
a)
unflappable
b)
askew
c)
brevity
d)
clarity
15.
While John appreciated his job, he would occasionally ________ the long commute, wishing for a more convenient location. His wallet felt most of the pain of the long drive, spending hundreds of dollars on gas each month.
a)
bemoan
b)
flabbergasted
c)
dormant
d)
implore
16.
His artistic talent had remained _______ for years, but a sudden burst of inspiration reawakened his passion for painting, leading to a creative resurgence.
a)
unflappable
b)
dormant
c)
askew
d)
flabbergasted
17.
The seeds remained __________ throughout the winter, waiting for the warmth of spring to sprout into new plants.
a)
engrossed
b)
egregious
c)
dormant
d)
coax
18.
The magician's incredible trick left the entire audience __________, with jaws dropping and eyes wide in amazement.
a)
unflappable
b)
ostentatious
c)
deft
d)
flabbergasted
19.
The two friends found themselves debating ________ over their favorite sports teams, each defending their choice with great intensity.
a)
vehemently
b)
unflappable
c)
bemoan
d)
egregiously
20.
The chef was appalled by the __________ mistake of using salt instead of sugar in the dessert, resulting in an inedible concoction. His assistant was fired immediately for the mix-up.
a)
egregious
b)
unflappable
c)
adroit
d)
dormant
21.
His ______ of pretending to be a janitor allowed him to eavesdrop on a confidential meeting and gather valuable information.
a)
coax
b)
subterfuge
c)
disconcerting
d)
juxtaposition
22.
_____________ can be a challenging aspect of communication for those with certain neurological conditions, as it often involves repeating phrases or words without conveying their intended meaning.
a)
enthralled
b)
juxtaposition
c)
cumbersome
d)
echolalia
23.
She spent the rainy Sunday in a _______ state, lying on the couch and sipping tea, with no desire to engage in any strenuous activities.
a)
livid
b)
languid
c)
ostentatious
d)
supercilious
24.
The _____________ attitude of the wealthy elite seemed to permeate every interaction, making it challenging for others to feel equal in their presence.
a)
supercilious
b)
adroit
c)
cumbersome
d)
nomadic
25.
Over time, the positive changes in the company's culture began to _______ every department, leading to a more collaborative and productive work environment.
a)
vilify
b)
implore
c)
permeate
d)
coax
26.
Wearing a ________ suit of armor, the knight had to rely on his squire to help him mount his horse before heading into battle.
a)
deft
b)
cumbersome
c)
juxtaposition
d)
echolalia
27.
The remote village was so _____ that it didn't even appear on most maps, and few people knew of its existence.
a)
obscure
b)
dormant
c)
askew
d)
nomadic
28.
Her job required constant travel, making her feel almost ________ as she moved from city to city throughout the year.
a)
nomadic
b)
obscure
c)
engrossed
d)
disconcerting
29.
The employee's repeated violations of company policies were so ____ that they led to his immediate termination.
a)
deft
b)
cordial
c)
egregious
d)
supercilious
30.
The painting on the wall was hanging _____, giving the room a slightly disheveled appearance.
a)
ostentatious
b)
adroit
c)
askew
d)
echolalia
31.
showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern
a)
correlation
b)
innate
c)
apathetic
d)
eloquent
32.
a relationship / connection between two things
a)
clarity
b)
correlation
c)
innate
d)
eloquent
33.
something (a quality) you are born with; not learned
a)
clarity
b)
apathy
c)
innate
d)
eloquent
34.
well-spoken
a)
clarity
b)
apathy
c)
innate
d)
eloquent
35.
easily understood or clear
a)
apathy
b)
correlation
c)
clarity
d)
eloquent
36.
brevity
a)
so absurd that it is laughable
b)
someone who talks a lot
c)
quality of being brief or terse; using few words
d)
quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information
37.
disconcerting
a)
upsetting
b)
a musical issue
c)
an adventure
d)
family time
38.
the act of positioning close together (or side by side) usually to highlight a similarity or difference
a)
juxtaposition
b)
disconcerting
c)
histrionic
d)
obscure
39.
giving or marked by complete attention to
a)
obscure
b)
disconcerting
c)
engrossed
d)
histrionics
40.
What is the definition for cumbersome?
a)
awkward due to size and weight
b)
something that resembles a cucumber
c)
an item of clothing
d)
easy to carry and move around
41.
livid
a)
extremely angry
b)
happiness
c)
a shade of brown
d)
when you are living your best life
42.
migratory; anything that involves moving around a lot to new locations.
a)
livid
b)
adroit
c)
nomadic
d)
cumbersome
43.
ludicrous
a)
quality of being brief or terse; using few words
b)
so absurd that it is laughable
c)
intended to attract notice and impress others
d)
quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information
44.
discretion
a)
provide physical relief, as from pain; alleviate; cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the goodwill of
b)
giving or marked by complete attention to
c)
someone who talks a lot
d)
the freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation; quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information;
45.
histrionic
a)
exaggerated dramatic behavior designed to attract attention
b)
giving or marked by complete attention to
c)
clever and skillful
d)
not clearly understood or expressed
46.
an act of sneakiness to get what you want
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
innuendo
47.
to spread through something
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
implore
48.
We would be lying if we said we did not notice a(n) ______________ between remote school work and failures.
a)
correlation
b)
apathetic
c)
innate
d)
clarity
49.
When Jeremiah is absent, the room is quiet and peaceful. This seems to be a(n) __________________ that is noticed by all.
a)
correlation
b)
incessant
c)
innate
d)
nomadic
50.
We have decided that Landon's grouchiness is ____________. He has been that way since birth.
a)
correlation
b)
apathetic
c)
innate
d)
nomadic
51.
When you act ___________ toward your grades, your teachers will most likely feel the same. Why should they care when you don't?
a)
correlation
b)
apathetic
c)
innate
d)
nomadic
52.
Kendon asked his boss to provide some _____________ to what he was asking him to do. Once his boss clarified, Kendon was able to complete the task.
a)
correlation
b)
clarity
c)
innate
d)
implore
53.
Caleb surprised everyone when he gave a speech to the school board. No one expected him to be so ________.
a)
correlation
b)
eloquent
c)
innate
d)
implore
54.
When Cole saw his mom trying to carry the ________________ box into the house, he rushed over to help her.
a)
cumbersome
b)
ostenatious
c)
livid
d)
refute
55.
It seemed as though the cicadas' song was __________________. It lasted all day long, every day for weeks! However, once it finally ended, I missed hearing them.
a)
incessant
b)
unfounded
c)
cumbersome
d)
adroit
56.
When I retire, I am hoping to live a more _____________ lifestyle, selling my house and living in my camper, travelling from campground to campground across the country.
a)
nomadic
b)
livid
c)
apathetic
d)
ostentatious
57.
Falena told Morgan that the accusations of cheating on the vocab test were _____________ and there was no evidence.
a)
unfounded
b)
nomadic
c)
clarity
d)
correlation
58.
It amazes me to see how many students do not seem to care about their grades. Instead, it is their parents who care and will do some sneaky things to get their children to do better. Do students realize the ________ that parents use to get their grades up?
a)
subterfuge
b)
permeate
c)
ostentatious
d)
incessant
59.
When my nephew walked around saying the f bomb, we were shocked! But we quickly realized it was simply ____________. He had no clue what he was actually saying; he was only repeating what his father said.
a)
echolalia
b)
permeate
c)
deft
d)
cumbersome
60.
When Destiny accidentally ran over the skunk, the odor slowly _______________ her vehicle and then seemed to cling to her clothing for the rest of the day.
a)
permeated
b)
cumbersomed
c)
cordialed
d)
defted
61.
After Madisyn made Makensey angry, Makensey was very tempted to ___________ Madisyn and say all kinds of untrue, bad things about Madisyn. However, she decided to be the bigger person.
a)
vilify
b)
refute
c)
implore
d)
nomadic
62.
The _________ musician was able to play the harmonica and the piano at the same time.
a)
deft
b)
livid
c)
jubilant
d)
supercilious
63.
___________ is when you lack motivation to do anything or just don't care about what's going on around you.
a)
Supercilious
b)
Cordial
c)
Apathy
d)
Brevity
64.
Students are pretty sure there is not really a _________ between the frigid temperature of Mrs. Keim's classroom and her ice cold heart.
a)
jubilant
b)
correlation
c)
subterfuge
d)
livid
65.
The following sentence was written with _____________. "I'm done."
a)
brevity
b)
languid
c)
ostentatious
d)
adroit
66.
Some parents may email teachers of their senior students, hoping to ____________ their own fears that their child may not be able to graduate due to failing to complete assignments.
a)
assuage
b)
correlate
c)
juxtaposition
d)
ludicrous
67.
to beg or plead
a)
implore
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
innuendo
68.
an act of sneakiness to get what you want
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
innuendo
69.
to spread through something
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
implore
70.
the act of repeating words or phrases without meaning
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
implore
71.
in indirect suggestion that indicates something negative without saying it outright
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
innuendo
d)
implore
72.
What is the definition for cumbersome?
a)
awkward due to size and weight
b)
something that resembles a cucumber
c)
an item of clothing
d)
easy to carry and move around
73.
What is the definition of incessant?
a)
without stopping
b)
awkward to carry or move around
c)
perfectly clean without a spot
d)
having no evidence
74.
What is the definition of unfounded?
a)
without evidence; unable to be proven
b)
continuing forever
c)
taking bold risks
d)
something that is lost
75.
What is the definition of audacious?
a)
without evidence; unable to be proven
b)
continuing forever
c)
taking bold risks
d)
awkward
76.
What is the definition of refute?
a)
to prove to be wrong
b)
to accept willingly
c)
to take a chance on something
d)
to put gas in a vehicle
77.
intended to attract notice and impress others
a)
ostentatious
b)
refute
c)
cumbersome
d)
adroit
78.
livid
a)
extremely angry
b)
happiness
c)
a shade of brown
d)
when you are living your best life
79.
moratorium
a)
suspension of activity of some sort
b)
death
c)
getting a lot of money from someone
d)
family problems
80.
Not one person was surprised that Kendrel was caught cheating on the test - however, the _______________ he used to hide it was impressive!
a)
subterfuge
b)
innuendo
c)
echolalia
d)
incessant
81.
Brian was so excited to watch the new movie. However, he found the use of ____________ quite awkward while watching it with his mother. He didn't know if he should laugh and acknowledge that he understood what was being implied or just ignore it.
a)
innuendo
b)
subterfuge
c)
permeate
d)
implore
82.
When Brandon realized he was failing English, he ________________ Mrs. Keim to allow him to make up his missing work. (He is not really failing English...)
a)
implored
b)
adroited
c)
permeated
d)
refuted
83.
It amazes me to see how many students do not seem to care about their grades. Instead, it is their parents who care and will do some sneaky things to get their children to do better. Do students realize the ________ that parents use to get their grades up?
a)
subterfuge
b)
permeate
c)
ostentatious
d)
incessant
84.
When Seth tried to argue that his talking is not incessant, everyone in the class was quick to ____________ his argument,
a)
refute
b)
unfounded
c)
audacious
d)
livid
85.
Breydan was feeling particularly _____________ the other day. He decided to see how fast his car could go on the straight stretch. It was a bold move, as there are frequent speed traps there.
a)
audacious
b)
unfounded
c)
cumbersome
d)
nomadic
86.
It seemed as though the cicadas' song was __________________. It lasted all day long, every day for weeks! However, once it finally ended, I missed hearing them.
a)
incessant
b)
unfounded
c)
cumbersome
d)
adroit
87.
Mason was quick to __________ Mrs. Keim's accusation that he was skipping school by showing her his doctor's excuse.
a)
refute
b)
incessant
c)
livid
d)
adroit
88.
When Mrs. Keim arrived home to find Mr. Keim had done none of the housework, she was ____________.
a)
livid
b)
audacious
c)
cumbersome
d)
adroit
89.
When my nephew walked around saying the f bomb, we were shocked! But we quickly realized it was simply ____________. He had no clue what he was actually saying; he was only repeating what his father said.
a)
echolalia
b)
permeate
c)
deft
d)
cumbersome
90.
When Arianna accidentally ran over the skunk, the odor slowly _______________ her vehicle and then seemed to cling to her clothing for the rest of the day.
a)
permeated
b)
cumbersomed
c)
cordialed
d)
defted
91.
adroit means
a)
clever and skillful
b)
dumb and ugly
c)
funny and charming
d)
angry and uncomfortable
92.
extremely angry
a)
livid
b)
adroit
c)
embroil
d)
vilify
93.
to involve someone in something in a negative way so that they are stuck in the middle
a)
livid
b)
ostentatious
c)
embroil
d)
vilify
94.
vilify
a)
to plant a lot of vines
b)
to make someone look bad by saying negative things about them
c)
to paralyze someone
d)
to make someone beautiful
95.
Something that is flashy and draws intention on purpose is described as _________.
a)
ostentatious
b)
vilify
c)
embroil
d)
adroit
96.
The worst part of high school was when my "friends" would _____________ me in their conflict. I was stuck in the middle of fights that lasted for weeks.
a)
embroil
b)
vilify
c)
adroit
d)
ostentatious
97.
Jack Reacher is a fictional character who became _________________ in a deadly conspiracy after stopping a vicious kidnapping.
a)
embroiled
b)
adroit
c)
vilified
d)
livid
98.
The _____________ boy was very talented at playing dodgeball. He had a lot of skill.
a)
adroit
b)
embroiled
c)
ostentatious
d)
vilified
99.
Everyone was amazed when the student ______________ changed the subject during the interrogation. They believed he was quite clever!
a)
adroitly
b)
ostentatiously
c)
vilify
d)
embroilly
100.
No one was surprised to see the band's new uniform was even more ________________ than the previous one. It was decorated with several brass buttons, tassels and a giant feather on top.
a)
ostentatious
b)
vilify
c)
embroiled
d)
livid
101.
When looking for an example of ____________, a peacock with its tail spread out showcasing its beautiful feathers is always the way to go.
a)
ostentatious
b)
livid
c)
adroit
d)
embroiled
102.
When Devin would not stay off of his phone during a vocab quiz, Mrs. Keim was _____________. She wrote him up and gave him a 0 on the quiz.
a)
livid
b)
ostentatious
c)
embroiled
d)
adroit
103.
After being unable to get his phone call through to his boss, Lance decided he could leave early without permission. Unfortunately, his boss was ______________ and fired him as soon as he walked in the next day.
a)
ostentatious
b)
livid
c)
embroiled
d)
vilify
104.
It is common knowledge that Mr. Keim works to _____________ Mrs. Keim by telling his students all kinds of horror stories about her.
a)
embroil
b)
vilify
c)
adroit
d)
livid
105.
It is considered bullying when someone constantly spreads rumors about another person. It is not okay to ___________ someone.
a)
vilify
b)
embroil
c)
ostentatious
d)
livid
106.
showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern
a)
correlation
b)
innate
c)
apathetic
d)
eloquent
107.
a relationship / connection between two things
a)
clarity
b)
correlation
c)
innate
d)
eloquent
108.
something (a quality) you are born with; not learned
a)
clarity
b)
apathy
c)
innate
d)
eloquent
109.
well-spoken
a)
clarity
b)
apathy
c)
innate
d)
eloquent
110.
easily understood or clear
a)
apathy
b)
correlation
c)
clarity
d)
eloquent
111.
brevity
a)
so absurd that it is laughable
b)
someone who talks a lot
c)
quality of being brief or terse; using few words
d)
quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information
112.
disconcerting
a)
upsetting
b)
a musical issue
c)
an adventure
d)
family time
113.
the act of positioning close together (or side by side) usually to highlight a similarity or difference
a)
juxtaposition
b)
disconcerting
c)
histrionic
d)
obscure
114.
giving or marked by complete attention to
a)
obscure
b)
disconcerting
c)
engrossed
d)
histrionics
115.
What is the definition for cumbersome?
a)
awkward due to size and weight
b)
something that resembles a cucumber
c)
an item of clothing
d)
easy to carry and move around
116.
livid
a)
extremely angry
b)
happiness
c)
a shade of brown
d)
when you are living your best life
117.
migratory; anything that involves moving around a lot to new locations.
a)
livid
b)
adroit
c)
nomadic
d)
cumbersome
118.
ludicrous
a)
quality of being brief or terse; using few words
b)
so absurd that it is laughable
c)
intended to attract notice and impress others
d)
quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information
119.
discretion
a)
provide physical relief, as from pain; alleviate; cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the goodwill of
b)
giving or marked by complete attention to
c)
someone who talks a lot
d)
the freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation; quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information;
120.
histrionic
a)
exaggerated dramatic behavior designed to attract attention
b)
giving or marked by complete attention to
c)
clever and skillful
d)
not clearly understood or expressed
121.
an act of sneakiness to get what you want
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
innuendo
122.
to spread through something
a)
permeate
b)
subterfuge
c)
echolalia
d)
implore
123.
We would be lying if we said we did not notice a(n) ______________ between remote school work and failures.
a)
correlation
b)
apathetic
c)
innate
d)
clarity
124.
When Jeremiah is absent, the room is quiet and peaceful. This seems to be a(n) __________________ that is noticed by all.
a)
correlation
b)
incessant
c)
innate
d)
nomadic
125.
We have decided that Landon's grouchiness is ____________. He has been that way since birth.
a)
correlation
b)
apathetic
c)
innate
d)
nomadic
126.
When you act ___________ toward your grades, your teachers will most likely feel the same. Why should they care when you don't?
a)
correlation
b)
apathetic
c)
innate
d)
nomadic
127.
Kendon asked his boss to provide some _____________ to what he was asking him to do. Once his boss clarified, Kendon was able to complete the task.
a)
correlation
b)
clarity
c)
innate
d)
implore
128.
Caleb surprised everyone when he gave a speech to the school board. No one expected him to be so ________.
a)
correlation
b)
eloquent
c)
innate
d)
implore
129.
When Cole saw his mom trying to carry the ________________ box into the house, he rushed over to help her.
a)
cumbersome
b)
ostenatious
c)
livid
d)
refute
130.
It seemed as though the cicadas' song was __________________. It lasted all day long, every day for weeks! However, once it finally ended, I missed hearing them.
a)
incessant
b)
unfounded
c)
cumbersome
d)
adroit
131.
When I retire, I am hoping to live a more _____________ lifestyle, selling my house and living in my camper, travelling from campground to campground across the country.
a)
nomadic
b)
livid
c)
apathetic
d)
ostentatious
132.
Falena told Morgan that the accusations of cheating on the vocab test were _____________ and there was no evidence.
a)
unfounded
b)
nomadic
c)
clarity
d)
correlation
133.
It amazes me to see how many students do not seem to care about their grades. Instead, it is their parents who care and will do some sneaky things to get their children to do better. Do students realize the ________ that parents use to get their grades up?
a)
subterfuge
b)
permeate
c)
ostentatious
d)
incessant
134.
When my nephew walked around saying the f bomb, we were shocked! But we quickly realized it was simply ____________. He had no clue what he was actually saying; he was only repeating what his father said.
a)
echolalia
b)
permeate
c)
deft
d)
cumbersome
135.
When Destiny accidentally ran over the skunk, the odor slowly _______________ her vehicle and then seemed to cling to her clothing for the rest of the day.
a)
permeated
b)
cumbersomed
c)
cordialed
d)
defted
136.
After Madisyn made Makensey angry, Makensey was very tempted to ___________ Madisyn and say all kinds of untrue, bad things about Madisyn. However, she decided to be the bigger person.
a)
vilify
b)
refute
c)
implore
d)
nomadic
137.
The _________ musician was able to play the harmonica and the piano at the same time.
a)
deft
b)
livid
c)
jubilant
d)
supercilious
138.
___________ is when you lack motivation to do anything or just don't care about what's going on around you.
a)
Supercilious
b)
Cordial
c)
Apathy
d)
Brevity
139.
Students are pretty sure there is not really a _________ between the frigid temperature of Mrs. Keim's classroom and her ice cold heart.
a)
jubilant
b)
correlation
c)
subterfuge
d)
livid
140.
The following sentence was written with _____________. "I'm done."
a)
brevity
b)
languid
c)
ostentatious
d)
adroit
141.
Some parents may email teachers of their senior students, hoping to ____________ their own fears that their child may not be able to graduate due to failing to complete assignments.
a)
assuage
b)
correlate
c)
juxtaposition
d)
ludicrous
142.

Those lacking the facts or afraid of reprisals often tarnish an enemy's reputation by use of ___________________.

a)

cordial

b)

deft

c)

languid

d)

innuendo

143.

Due to his slipping grades, Micah sought out his Science teacher to______________ for an extra credit assignment.

a)

insolent

b)

permeate

c)

implore

d)

incessant

144.

Cassie often "throws shade" through her use of ___________ .

a)

echolalia

b)

subterfuge

c)

innuendos

d)

implore

145.

subterfuge

a)

logic

b)

thievery

c)

pleading

d)

trickery

146.
arrogant or stuck up
a)
supercilious
b)
deft
c)
surmise
d)
prodigality
147.
jubilant 
a)
feeling or expressing great joy; very happy
b)
a time when a particular activity is not allowed; a suspension of activity
c)
rules of conduct based on beliefs of what is right and wrong; a general or basic truth on which other truths or theories can be based
d)
to make someone or something strong, healthy, or active again
148.

After the Thanksgiving meal, we _____ made our way to the couch to watch football and digest the giant meal.

a)

incredulously

b)

wistfully

c)

languidly

d)

infinitesimal