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2.14.24 English Vocabulary Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does the word "arbitrary" mean?

a)

Based on random choice or personal whim

b)

Based on clear rules or laws

c)

Based on historical data

d)

Based on scientific evidence

2.

What is a synonym for "capricious" as shown in the image?

a)

Predictable

b)

Changeable

c)

Steady

d)

Constant

3.

What does the word "conjecture" mean?

a)

A) A proven fact based on empirical research.

b)

B) A message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence.

c)

C) A mathematical formula used to calculate probabilities.

d)

D) A historical account of events over time.

4.

What does the word "deign" mean?

a)

To treat someone with contempt

b)

To do something considered to be below one's dignity level

c)

To design something with great skill

d)

To inherit something valuable

5.

What does the word "embroil" mean?

a)

To knit something with complexity

b)

To force into a situation or course of action

c)

To remove wrinkles from clothing

d)

To mix ingredients smoothly in cooking

6.

What does the word "esoteric" mean?

a)

Relating to the outer space

b)

Easy to understand by everyone

c)

Understandable only by an enlightened inner circle

d)

Related to the study of insects

7.

What does the word "garish" mean?

a)

Elegantly stylish

b)

Tastelessly showy

c)

Extremely quiet

d)

Deliberately understated

8.

What does the word "obsequious" mean?

a)

Showing independence and self-reliance

b)

Attempting to win favor from influential people through flattery

c)

Acting in a brave or heroic manner

d)

Displaying a lack of interest or concern

9.

What does the word "prevaricate" mean?

a)

To confirm the truth

b)

To be deliberately unclear or ambiguous

c)

To speak in a loud voice

d)

To agree quickly

10.

What does the word "supercilious" mean?

a)

Extremely joyful and lively

b)

Having or showing arrogant superiority

c)

Acting with speed and efficiency

d)

Showing a lack of courage or determination