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VOCAB 10-12 TEST

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 4hrs 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

NOUN- One who benefits from something; a person who receives property or money in a will

a)

DILAPIDATED

b)

NOTORIOUS

c)

BENEFICIARY

d)

SURPLUS

2.

ADJECTIVE- Falling apart or nearly ruined; run-down

a)

DILAPIDATED

b)

LAIR

c)

NOTORIOUS

d)

TIMIDITY

3.

NOUN- Far-fetched or ridiculous humor

a)

FUTILE

b)

BELLOW

c)

LAIR

d)

FARCE

4.

ADJECTIVE- Not successful; failing to have a result; useless

a)

MORBID

b)

NOTORIOUS

c)

FUTILE

d)

BENEFICIARY

5.

NOUN- The home or den of a wild animal; a hideout

a)

LAIR

b)

SURPLUS

c)

MORBID

d)

BELLOW

6.

Ever since the new tax laws went into effect, there has been rumors as to who the real (a)   will be for his insurance and will.

7.

Many people both here and in other countries seem to have a (a)   obsession with stopping to watch car crashes and bad accidents shortly after they occur.

8.

Since the defendant was never given a chance to prove his innocence, his so called "trial" was nothing more than a (a)   .

9.

He is such a (a)   liar that no one takes anything that he says seriously anymore.

10.

Unfortunately, the brave lifeguard's valiant attempts to rescue the drowning swimmers proved to be (a)   , they could not be saved.

11.

When he realized that he had been tricked by his opponent, he let out a (a)   of rage that could be heard all over the gym.

12.

Every animal in the zoo is kept in living quarters designed to imitate their (a)   out in the wilderness.

13.

Though the cabin was a little (a)   when we bought it, we were able to spruce it up without going to a great deal of expense.

14.

It is hard to believe that a teenager so courageous and able on a camping trip can show so much (a)   when invited to a school dance!

15.

The (a)   of the food produced each year in the United States is desperately needed to feed hungry people all over the world.

16.

After buying up all of the supplies for the big birthday party, we were delighted to find out that we had a budget _____ of 65 cents!

a)

BELLOW

b)

FARCE

c)

SURPLUS

d)

NOTORIOUS

17.

Beneath the _____ body of the getaway car, there was a powerful, finely tuned motor capable of reaching high speeds--we never would have guessed it was even there.

a)

FUTILE

b)

DILAPIDATED

c)

BENEFICIARY

d)

NOTORIOUS

18.

We who live in the United States today are the chief ______ of the rich heritage of freedom left for us by the creators of the Constitution.

a)

LAIRS

b)

MORBIDS

c)

FARCES

d)

BENEFICIARIES

19.

Words that modify actions or adjectives; usually these end with -ly

a)

noun

b)

verb

c)

adjective

d)

adverb

20.

Words that describe, or modify people, places, things, or ideas.

a)

noun

b)

verb

c)

adjective

d)

adverb

21.

Actions or states of being

a)

noun

b)

verb

c)

adjective

d)

adverb

22.

People, places, things or ideas

a)

noun

b)

verb

c)

adjective

d)

adverb

23.

sufficient, enough

a)

adequate

b)

implore

c)

dialogue

d)

lax

24.

very great destruction, ruin; great confusion and disorder

a)

misdemeanor

b)

havoc

c)

vindictive

d)

implore

25.

to beg earnestly, or sincerely for something

a)

dialogue

b)

havoc

c)

misdemeanor

d)

implore

26.

a crime or offense that is less serious than a felony; any minor misbehavior or misconduct

a)

misdemeanor

b)

adequate

c)

narrative

d)

lax

27.

a story, detailed report; having the quality or the nature of a story

a)

misdemeanor

b)

havoc

c)

narrative

d)

implore

28.

bearing a grudge, feeling or showing a strong tendency toward revenge

a)

wilt

b)

adequate

c)

vindictive

d)

implore

29.

The wonders of nature are as (a)   as the grains of sand on the beach or the leaves of trees in a forest.

30.

The blustery winds on that cold November day created (a)   with my hair all during our sightseeing tour.

31.

Since I am willing to contribute to any worthy cause, there is no need to (a)   me for aid in such a sad and emotional way.

32.

As I look over your record, I get the impression that your background in math and science is not as (a)   for you to begin taking engineering classes.

33.

Though not walking in the crosswalk lines or jaywalking may be considered a/an (a)   , murder definitely is not!

34.

Our high hopes for an easy victory began to (a)   away to nothing as we watched our opponents steadily increase their lead over us.

35.

Instead of resorting at once to a military action, the two nations began to have a (a)   that eventually resolved the conflict without resorting to war.

36.

After World War II, the United States was not (a)   toward its former enemies, but tried to help them recover and rebuild.

37.

The facts of history cannot always be arranged in the form of a smooth and easy-to-understand (a)   .

38.

Some parents are quite strict with their children, others are somewhat (a)   .

39.

Before you leave, be absolutely sure that your supplies of food and water are _____ for an eight-day journey across the desert.

a)

implore

b)

adequate

c)

misdemeanor

d)

narrative

40.

Who has not gazed with awe at the ______ stars that fill the sky on a clear summer night!

a)

adequate

b)

innumerable

c)

misdemeanor

d)

narrative

41.

Though I am always full of energy in the morning, I start to become a little (a)   as the day wears on.

42.

Hundreds of homeless people now lead essentially (a)   existences on the streets of our major cities--they are always moving from one location to another.

43.

During warm months, foxes bury many sources of food, with the result that they will have a (a)   to tide them over during the winter months.

44.

Arthritis is a (a)   that attacks many millions of people--especially in middle and old age--sometimes it can be treated, sometimes not.

45.

In order to prevent the entry of criminals into the area, it has been necessary to (a)   the outer gate.

46.

It's natural to feel a little (a)   over not getting the job, but don't let that prevent you from applying for other positions.

47.

Apparently, the man could pay off his gambling debts only if he chose to (a)   funds from the company that employed him.

48.

The (a)   of the war was followed by 100 years of peace in the region.

49.

The garden will (a)   with fresh vegetables during the summer months, but is not so during the winter.

50.

After putting up all week with the noise and confusion of life in the big city, I enjoy the (a)   of my mountain cabin on the weekends.