WorksheetsPhiladelphia- A Lost World: 1600-1680
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What does the term "archaeological" refer to?
The study of ancient languages
The study of the human past based on material remains
The study of celestial bodies
The study of modern technology
Which word describes something that inspires fear or respect due to its strength, size, or power?
Languish
Formidable
Parochial
Mercenary
What is the meaning of "commercial"?
Related to agriculture
Related to trade of goods and/or earning money
Related to education
Related to government
What does "vanquished" mean?
To be victorious
To be defeated
To be confused
To be celebrated
What does it mean to "languish"?
To thrive
To lack progress
To celebrate
To innovate
Which term refers to something limited to a local area?
Autocratic
Parochial
Treason
Decimate
What does "thwart" mean?
To encourage
To prevent
To support
To ignore
What is a "mercenary"?
A volunteer soldier
A soldier that serves for wages
A soldier that serves for honor
A soldier that serves for free
What is an "indentured servant"?
A person who works for free
A person who agrees to work for another for a specified time, usually in return for payment of travel expenses and maintenance
A person who is forced to work without pay
A person who works only for food
What does "imperious" mean?
Humble
Domineering
Generous
Timid
What does "autocratic" mean?
Democratic
Characteristic of a person ruling with absolute power
Collaborative
Anarchic
What is "treason"?
Supporting one's government
Betraying or trying to overthrow one's government
Ignoring one's government
Celebrating one's government
What is a "strongman"?
A leader who uses diplomacy
A leader who uses violence or threats
A leader who uses kindness
A leader who uses wisdom
What does "decimate" mean?
To create
To destroy a large number
To build
To repair
What does "jeopardize" mean?
To protect
To put in danger
To save
To secure
