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WorksheetsVocabulary Quiz for The Gift of the Magi
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What does the word "imputation" suggest about a person's actions?
They are innocent.
They are guilty of something.
They are wealthy.
They are hardworking.
Which word describes someone who is extremely unwilling to spend money?
Generous
Parsimonious
Wealthy
Frugal
What does the verb "instigates" mean in the context of a situation?
To calm down
To provoke or bring about
To ignore
To conclude
If something predominates in a group, what is its role?
It is the weakest element.
It is the strongest or most important.
It is the least important.
It is the most ignored.
What is a tenement?
A luxurious mansion
An apartment that has furniture in it
A type of vehicle
A type of clothing
What was the role of a "Mendicancy squad"?
To help the wealthy
To arrest beggars and homeless people
To provide education
To build houses
Where would you find a vestibule in a building?
In the basement
Just inside the main doors
On the roof
In the kitchen
What does "sterling" mean when describing quality?
Poor
Average
Highest standard or quality
Below standard
What happens when something depreciates?
It increases in value.
It stays the same.
It lowers in value.
It becomes more popular.
What does "meretricious" mean when describing an object?
Truly valuable
Appearing attractive but having no real value
Very expensive
Extremely rare
What type of animal is a setter?
A bird
A dog
A sheep
A race horse
How would you describe an action done laboriously?
Quickly and easily
Slowly and requiring much effort
Without any effort
Spontaneously
What does "patent" mean when describing something?
Hidden
Unclear
Obvious
Complicated
What does it mean if a piece of cloth is singed?
Frozen
Burned by a flame
Painted
Washed
How would you describe a student who is ardent?
Indifferent
Glowing or passionate
Bored
Uninterested
