WorksheetsVocabulary Quiz #3
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 23mins
During a debate competition, Kai made a statement about Avery. If Kai 'vilified' Avery, what did Kai do?
Kai ignored and neglected Avery
Kai praised and admired Avery
Kai spoke or wrote about Avery in an abusively disparaging manner
Kai apologized and made amends to Avery
Michael, a restaurant manager, had to deal with an upset customer. Which scenario reflects correct usage of the word "mollify"? Select all that apply!
Michael tried to mollify the hungry customers by offering a free dessert.
Michael tried to mollify the angry customers by charging them extra.
Michael tried to mollify the disgruntled party by offering discounted meals.
Michael tried to mollify the displeased patron by offering a refund.
Evelyn is upset about her test results. Chandra wants to 'pacify' her. What does Chandra intend to do?
Ignore or neglect Evelyn
Confuse or disorient Evelyn
Calm or soothe Evelyn, especially by giving her what she wants.
Enrage or provoke Evelyn
William noticed that Lily always helps Abigail with her homework without expecting anything in return. This altruistic behavior is an example of what concept?
Selfless concern for the well-being of others
Selfish concern for the well-being of others
Indifference towards the well-being of others
Complete disregard for the well-being of others
James, Evelyn, and Sophia are having a debate. James argues that 'pragmatism' is a philosophical approach that evaluates theories or beliefs based on their practical consequences and usefulness. Evelyn thinks it's the study of ancient civilizations, while Sophia believes it's a type of flower commonly found in gardens. Who is correct?
Evelyn
Sophia
James
None of them
She endured his searing, unforgiving criticism with her usual stoicism. In this context, what is the meaning of stoicism?
angry outburst
sensitivity
warmth
nonchalance
Abigail, Zoe, and Noah tried to start a lemonade stand, but despite their efforts, it was 'fruitless'. What does this mean?
Unsuccessful or unproductive
Abundant in produce
Sweet and juicy
Full of fruit
In a school art competition, Mia's artwork was considered 'peerless'. What does this signify about Mia's artwork?
Unmatched or unrivaled
Average or ordinary
Inferior or subpar
Similar or comparable to others
Grace, Aiden, and Scarlett are discussing their approaches to a group project. Grace believes in 'altruism' and Aiden in 'pragmatism'. What is the difference between their approaches?
Grace's approach (altruism) is a selfless concern for others, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is a practical approach to problem-solving.
Grace's approach (altruism) is concern for oneself, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is concern for others.
Grace's approach (altruism) is a practical approach to problem-solving, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is a selfless concern for others.
Grace's approach (altruism) is a selfish concern for others, while Aiden's approach (pragmatism) is a theoretical approach to problem-solving.
What is the correct meaning of the suffix "-fy"?
without
the process or action of
the system, principle, or theory of
to make into
What is the correct meaning of the suffix "-less"?
without
the process or action of
the system, principle, or theory of
to make into
What is the correct meaning of the suffix "-ism"? Select all that apply.
without
the process or action of
the system, principle, or theory of
to make into
"Cohen and Trump had not seen each other in person since that plea, and in the years since the former friends have often sought to vilify each other." In this context, what does the word vilify mean?
to pacify with nice compliments
to utter slanderous and abusive statements against
to honor and respect
to discuss with family
Nearly a year into the generative AI hype, early alarm among educators has given way to pragmatism. In this context, what does pragmatism mean?
an indifference to pleasure or pain
extremely pessimistic views
a practical approach
a hopeful, blindly optimistic approach
Which of the following acts are examples of altruism? Select all that apply!
caregiving for a relative with a chronic illness
helping your classmate with an upcoming project
picking up trash at your neighborhood park or beach
volunteering at a soup kitchen or homeless shelter
