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10th VPP Lesson Six Review

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of the word "condone"?

a)
To overlook or forgive an offense
b)
To ignore or forget an offense
c)
To punish or condemn an offense
d)
To reward or praise an offense
2.

What is the definition of the word "nuance"?

a)
Obvious similarity or likeness in meaning, expression, or sound
b)
Clear and straightforward difference in meaning, expression, or sound
c)
Subtle difference or distinction in meaning, expression, or sound
d)
Complete absence of difference or distinction in meaning, expression, or sound
3.

What is the definition of the word "connoisseur"?

a)
A person who is knowledgeable about a particular subject, especially in the fine arts or in matters of taste.
b)
A person who is proficient in cooking techniques
c)
A person who is skilled in computer programming
d)
A person who is an expert in automotive mechanics
4.

What is the definition of the word "enigma"?

a)
Transparent or understandable
b)
Mysterious or puzzling
c)
Simple or straightforward
d)
Clear or obvious
5.

What is the definition of the word "apathy"?

a)
Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
b)
Excessive interest and enthusiasm
c)
Deep concern and involvement
d)
Passion and fervor
6.

What is the definition of the word "officious"?

a)
Timid and submissive
b)
Casual and indifferent
c)

Excessively eager to deliver unasked for or unwanted help

d)
Respectful and deferential
7.

What is the definition of the word "credence"?

a)
indifference or apathy towards something as true
b)
distrust or disbelief in something as true
c)
belief or acceptance of something as true
d)
fear or anxiety about something as true
8.

What is the definition of the word "jaunty"?

a)

lively, cheerful, and self-confident, brisk and crisp

b)
boring, uninteresting, and shy
c)
serious, somber, and timid
d)
dull, gloomy, and insecure
9.

What is the definition of the word "dilettante"?

a)
A person who is highly skilled and knowledgeable in a particular area of interest
b)
A person who is indifferent and uninterested in their area of interest
c)

One who merely dabbles in an art or a science

d)
A person who is dedicated and committed to their area of interest
10.

What is the definition of the word "cult"?

a)
A cult is a popular type of dance
b)
A cult is a type of agricultural practice
c)

A cult is an organized group of people with an obsessive devotion to a person or a set of principles

d)
A cult is a type of fast food restaurant
11.

Which sentence uses the word "condone" correctly?

a)
I condone your actions, they are inappropriate.
b)
She condones cheating, it's not a big deal.
c)
They condone lying, it's not a problem.
d)
I cannot condone your behavior, it is unacceptable.
12.

Which sentence uses the word "nuance" correctly?

a)
The actor's performance was full of nuance, with subtle shifts in emotion and expression.
b)
The nuance of the music was overwhelming, with no variation in tone or tempo.
c)
She spoke with nuance, using exaggerated gestures and expressions.
d)
The nuance of the painting was loud and bold, lacking subtlety.
13.

Which sentence uses the word "connoisseur" correctly?

a)
She is a connoisseur of fine wines.
b)
I am a connoisseur of fast food.
c)
They are connoisseurs of skydiving.
d)
He is a connoisseur of playing video games.
14.

Which sentence uses the word "enigma" correctly?

a)
The mystery of the missing treasure was an enigma that puzzled the detectives.
b)
The enigma of the book was captivating to the readers.
c)
She was enigma to the new students at the school.
d)
The enigma of the sun setting in the west is a beautiful sight.
15.

Which sentence uses the word "apathy" correctly?

a)
Their apathy towards the project was evident in their excitement and passion.
b)
Her apathy towards the project was evident in her hard work and dedication.
c)
His apathy towards the project was evident in his lack of interest and enthusiasm.
d)
The team's apathy towards the project was evident in their commitment and involvement.
16.

Which sentence uses the word "officious" correctly?

a)
The officious chef always prepared delicious meals.
b)
The officious teacher was loved by all the students.
c)
The officious employee was always praised for being lazy.
d)
The officious manager was always interfering in other people's business.
17.

Which sentence uses the word "credence" correctly?

a)
The teacher's lesson lacked credence.
b)
The athlete's performance was filled with credence.
c)
The politician's speech was full of credence.
d)
The scientist's findings were given credence by the research community.
18.

Which sentence uses the word "jaunty" correctly?

a)
He jaunty his way to the store.
b)
The jaunty of the matter was clear to everyone.
c)

She left the dance in a jaunty manner after winning Homecoming Queen.

d)
The jaunty of the situation was overwhelming.
19.

Which sentence uses the word "dilettante" correctly?

a)
She was considered a dilettante in the art world, as she only painted occasionally and without much skill.
b)
The professor was known for being a dilettante in his field, constantly publishing groundbreaking research.
c)
The company hired a dilettante to manage their finances, despite his lack of experience.
d)
He was a dilettante in the kitchen, often experimenting with new recipes and techniques.
20.

Which sentence uses the word "cult" correctly?

a)
The cult leader had a strong influence over his followers.
b)
The cult movie was a box office hit.
c)
She joined a cult to improve her social life.
d)
The cult of the new fashion trend is growing.
21.

Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of "condone"?

a)
approve
b)
condemn
c)
excuse
d)
forgive
22.

Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of "connoisseur"?

a)
amateur
b)
beginner
c)
expert
d)

novice

23.

Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of "apathy"?

a)
passion
b)
enthusiasm
c)
zeal
d)
excitement
24.

Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of "credence"?

a)

confidence

b)
skepticism
c)

disbelief

d)
faith
25.

Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of "dilettante"?

a)
Novice
b)
Amateur
c)
Adept
d)
Expert