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Unit 5

Total questions: 37

Worksheet time: 19mins

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Class
Date
1.

What does the word "arbitrary" mean?

a)

Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system

b)

Carefully planned and reasoned

c)

Following a strict set of rules

d)

Based on scientific evidence

2.

What is a catalyst?

a)

A substance that slows down a chemical reaction

b)

A substance that causes or hastens a chemical reaction

c)

A substance that stops a chemical reaction

d)

A substance that has no effect on a chemical reaction

3.

Which of the following is an example of a catalyst in everyday life?

a)

Water

b)

Combustion

c)

Photosynthesis

d)

Rust

4.

What does the word "facilitate" mean?

a)

To make easier; to assist

b)

To complicate

c)

To ignore

d)

To hinder

5.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "facilitate"?

a)

Facilities make life easier

b)

Facilities complicate tasks

c)

Facilities are unnecessary

d)

Facilities hinder progress

6.

What is the definition of "incorrigible"?

a)

Able to be corrected; under control

b)

Not able to be corrected; beyond control

c)

Easily managed or controlled

d)

Correctable and manageable

7.

Which mnemonic device can help remember the meaning of "incorrigible"?

a)

in (not) + corrected

b)

un (not) + changeable

c)

dis (not) + manageable

d)

re (again) + correct

8.

What is the definition of the word "militant" as an adjective?

a)

Peaceful and passive

b)

Given to fighting; active and aggressive in support of a cause

c)

Indifferent and neutral

d)

Calm and relaxed

9.

What is the definition of the word "militant" as a noun?

a)

A peacemaker

b)

An activist

c)

A bystander

d)

A diplomat

10.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "militant"?

a)

The MILITARY actively fights

b)

The PEACEKEEPER calmly negotiates

c)

The DIPLOMAT quietly observes

d)

The MEDIATOR gently resolves

11.

What is the definition of the word "paramount"?

a)

Least important

b)

Chief in importance, above all others

c)

Secondary in importance

d)

Not important at all

12.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "paramount" correctly?

a)

The paramount of the cake was too sweet.

b)

Safety is paramount when driving a car.

c)

She wore a paramount dress to the party.

d)

The paramount was barking loudly.

13.

What does the word "rebut" mean?

a)

To agree with an argument

b)

To oppose an argument; to refute

c)

To ignore an argument

d)

To support an argument

14.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "rebut"?

a)

When you REpeatedly say BUT, you are probably trying to contradict someone.

b)

When you REpeatedly say YES, you are agreeing with someone.

c)

When you REpeatedly say NO, you are ignoring someone.

d)

When you REpeatedly say AND, you are adding information.

15.

What is the definition of the verb "reprimand"?

a)

To praise; find merit with

b)

To scold; find fault with

c)

To ignore; overlook

d)

To encourage; support

16.

What is the definition of the noun "reprimand"?

a)

A compliment

b)

A reward

c)

A rebuke

d)

A suggestion

17.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "reprimand"?

a)

If you were PRIM AND proper, nobody would be upset with you.

b)

If you were KIND AND gentle, everyone would love you.

c)

If you were SMART AND clever, you would succeed.

d)

If you were QUICK AND fast, you would win the race.

18.

What is the definition of "servitude"?

a)

The state of being free and independent

b)

The state of being under the control of someone else and having no freedom

c)

The act of serving food in a restaurant

d)

The process of learning new skills

19.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "servitude"?

a)

A servant is forced to do jobs

b)

A student is eager to learn

c)

A leader guides the team

d)

A teacher explains concepts

20.

What does the word "slapdash" mean?

a)

Careful and thorough

b)

Careless and hasty

c)

Slow and deliberate

d)

Precise and accurate

21.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "slapdash"?

a)

It would be reckless to try to SLAP someone and DASH away

b)

It would be wise to SLAP someone and DASH away

c)

It would be careful to SLAP someone and DASH away

d)

It would be slow to SLAP someone and DASH away

22.

What is the definition of the word "accomplice"?

a)

A person who takes part in a crime

b)

A person who solves a crime

c)

A person who witnesses a crime

d)

A person who reports a crime

23.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the word "accomplice"?

a)

Accomplish sounds like accomplice

b)

Accompany sounds like accomplice

c)

Account sounds like accomplice

d)

Accumulate sounds like accomplice

24.

What is the definition of the word "annihilate"?

a)

To build something new

b)

To destroy completely

c)

To repair partially

d)

To decorate beautifully

25.

Which mnemonic device can help remember the meaning of "annihilate"?

a)

Mortal Kombat Total Annihilation

b)

Mortal Kombat Partial Repair

c)

Mortal Kombat Beautiful Decoration

d)

Mortal Kombat New Construction

26.

What is the definition of the word "brazen"?

a)

Timid and shy

b)

Bold and without shame

c)

Quiet and reserved

d)

Soft and gentle

27.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "brazen"?

a)

Brass is hard and cold

b)

Silver is shiny and smooth

c)

Gold is bright and warm

d)

Iron is strong and heavy

28.

What is the definition of the word "exodus"?

a)

A small gathering

b)

A large scale departure or flight

c)

A quiet arrival

d)

A sudden stop

29.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "exodus"?

a)

Enter sounds like exodus

b)

Exit sounds like exodus

c)

Extra sounds like exodus

d)

Excite sounds like exodus

30.

What is the definition of the word "latent"?

a)

Obvious and clear

b)

Hidden, present but not realized

c)

Loud and noticeable

d)

Absent and missing

31.

What is the definition of the word "morose"?

a)

Cheerful and friendly

b)

Having a gloomy or sullen manner

c)

Energetic and lively

d)

Optimistic and hopeful

32.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the meaning of "morose"?

a)

"No Rose" for your girlfriend on your anniversary might make her gloomy

b)

"More Roses" for a happy occasion

c)

"Rose Garden" for a cheerful day

d)

"Rose Petals" for a romantic evening

33.

What is the definition of "opaque"?

a)

Allowing light to pass through

b)

Not letting light through; not clear or lucid

c)

Completely transparent

d)

Reflecting light

34.

Which of the following is a mnemonic device for remembering the meaning of "opaque"?

a)

An opal is a stone that is not clear

b)

A diamond is a stone that is clear

c)

A mirror reflects light

d)

A window is transparent

35.

What is the definition of the verb "prattle"?

a)

To talk in an aimless, foolish, or simple way; to babble

b)

To speak clearly and concisely

c)

To write in a detailed manner

d)

To listen attentively

36.

What is the noun form of "prattle"?

a)

Baby talk; babble

b)

Serious discussion

c)

Formal speech

d)

Silent meditation

37.

Which mnemonic device can help you remember the word "prattle"?

a)

Prattle rhymes with babble

b)

Prattle sounds like rattle

c)

Prattle is similar to battle

d)

Prattle is the opposite of settle