WorksheetsGrade 11 Vocabulary Building Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the meaning of the word 'approbation'?
confusion or uncertainty
approval or praise
indifference or apathy
disapproval or criticism
Choose the synonym for the word 'assuage': a) Intensify b) Soothe c) Aggravate d) Worsen
b) Soothe
d) Worsen
a) Intensify
c) Aggravate
What does the word 'coalition' refer to?
A temporary alliance for combined action, especially of political parties forming a government.
A type of rock formation
A type of currency
A small insect
Define 'decadence' in your own words.
The excessive focus on education and knowledge
The decline of technology and innovation
The rise of moral or cultural values
The moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in luxury or pleasure.
How would you elicit a response from someone?
Tell them to be quiet
Ignore them completely
Talk about yourself without letting them speak
Ask a question or prompt them to share their thoughts or opinions
Explain the term 'expostulate' with an example.
To ignore or disregard completely
To argue or reason with someone for the purpose of dissuasion or protest.
To apologize or express regret
To agree or comply without objection
Which word best describes something that is 'hackneyed'?
Cliched
Original
Innovative
Fresh
What is a hiatus and when is it commonly used?
A term used to describe a sudden burst of energy
A pause or gap in a sequence, series, or process
A type of dance popular in the 1980s
A type of fruit commonly found in tropical regions
What is the meaning of the term 'innuendo'?
A form of exercise
A type of pasta dish
An indirect or subtle reference, especially one that is negative or disparaging
A type of musical instrument
When would you intercede in a situation?
When everyone is happy with the situation
When there is no need for intervention
When there is a conflict or dispute that needs to be resolved.
When the conflict is escalating
