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Behind the Scenes Vocabulary

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

interpret (a word or action) in a particular way

a)

Notoriety

b)

Construed

c)

Imprudent

d)

Traduced

2.

A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to.

a)

Confidante

b)

Vilified

c)

Imprudent

3.

the state of having to answer to, serve, or be completely subject to someone more powerful

a)

servitude

b)

patron

c)

parole

d)

volunteer

4.

yearn (want) intensely and persistently especially for something unattainable

a)

pine

b)

steal

c)

exercise

d)

take

5.

What is the term for a person who secretly helps or plans something, especially a crime?

a)

Accomplice

b)

Benefactor

c)

Adversary

d)

Protagonist

6.

Which word means to examine or look at something in detail?

a)

Scrutinize

b)

Neglect

c)

Overlook

d)

Dismiss

7.

What is the meaning of the word 'clandestine'?

a)

Secretive

b)

Obvious

c)

Transparent

d)

Public

8.

Which word describes a person who is excessively concerned with minor details or rules?

a)

Pedantic

b)

Carefree

c)

Indifferent

d)

Casual

9.

What does the word 'subterfuge' mean?

a)

Deception

b)

Honesty

c)

Clarity

d)

Simplicity

10.

Which term refers to a person who is skilled in a particular craft or art?

a)

Artisan

b)

Novice

c)

Amateur

d)

Dilettante

11.

What is the term for a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief?

a)

Neophyte

b)

Expert

c)

Veteran

d)

Master

12.

Which word means to make something appear less important or smaller than it is?

a)

Belittle

b)

Exaggerate

c)

Amplify

d)

Enhance

13.

What is the meaning of the word 'ephemeral'?

a)

Short-lived

b)

Eternal

c)

Permanent

d)

Enduring

14.

Which word describes a person who is willing to take bold risks?

a)

Audacious

b)

Cautious

c)

Timid

d)

Fearful

15.

What does the word 'meticulous' mean?

a)

Careful and precise

b)

Careless

c)

Hasty

d)

Reckless

16.

Which term refers to a person who is excessively fond of or submissive to their wife?

a)

Uxorious

b)

Independent

c)

Dominant

d)

Aloof

17.

What is the meaning of the word 'obfuscate'?

a)

To confuse

b)

To clarify

c)

To simplify

d)

To elucidate

18.

Which word means to express disapproval or disappointment?

a)

Reproach

b)

Praise

c)

Commend

d)

Applaud

19.

What does the word 'tenacious' mean?

a)

Persistent

b)

Lazy

c)

Indifferent

d)

Apathetic

20.

Which term refers to a person who is excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters?

a)

Garrulous

b)

Reticent

c)

Silent

d)

Reserved

21.

What is the meaning of the word 'altruistic'?

a)

Selfless

b)

Selfish

c)

Greedy

d)

Egotistical

22.

Which word describes a person who is easily deceived or tricked?

a)

Gullible

b)

Astute

c)

Shrewd

d)

Clever

23.

What does the word 'insipid' mean?

a)

Lacking flavor

b)

Flavorful

c)

Spicy

d)

Tasty

24.

Which term refers to a person who is habitually lazy or idle?

a)

Indolent

b)

Diligent

c)

Industrious

d)

Hardworking

25.

What is the meaning of the word 'quixotic'?

a)

Unrealistic

b)

Practical

c)

Realistic

d)

Sensible