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Common HS Tier 2 words

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Abstract

The teacher asked the students to write an essay on an abstract concept, such as freedom or happiness. What does "abstract" mean in this sentence?

a)

Tangible (you can touch it)

b)

Difficult to understand

c)

A scientific explanation

d)

A physical object

2.

Advocate

Maria is an advocate for mental health awareness, often speaking at events to promote resources and support. What does "advocate" mean in this sentence?

a)

someone strongly against something

b)

someone who speak up for something

c)

someone who avoids discussing certain topics

d)

someone who is neutral in a discussion; don't care either way

3.

Authentic

The antique seller assured the buyer that the vase was an authentic piece from the 15th century. What does "authentic" mean in this sentence?

a)

Fake or copy

b)

From another country

c)

Real and original

d)

Very expensive

4.

Collaborate

The scientists decided to collaborate on the project to combine their expertise and achieve better results. What does "collaborate" mean in this sentence?

a)

Work together

b)

Compete for to be first

c)

Disagree on a solution

d)

Work alone

5.

Comply

The school requires all students to comply with the dress code policy, or face consequences. What does "comply" mean in this sentence?

a)

Create new rules

b)

Ignore the rules

c)

Follow or obey the rules

d)

Disagree with the policy

6.

Expedite

To expedite the process, the company decided to use faster shipping methods. What does "expedite" mean in this sentence?

a)

Delay or slow down

b)

Speed up or make faster

c)

Cancel completely

d)

Change direction

7.

Fraudulent

The bank detected a fraudulent transaction and immediately froze the account. What does "fraudulent" mean in this sentence?

a)

Legal and fair

b)

Genuine and honest

c)

False or intended to deceive

d)

Unimportant

8.

Proficient

After years of practice, James became proficient at playing the piano and could perform difficult pieces with ease. What does "proficient" mean in this sentence?

a)

Inexperienced

b)

Uninterested

c)

Beginner

d)

Highly skilled

9.

Redeem

Sarah used her points to redeem a free coffee at her favorite café. What does "redeem" mean in this sentence?

a)

Give up something

b)

Exchange for a reward or benefit

c)

Lose an opportunity

d)

Purchase at full price

10.

Resilient

Despite facing many challenges, the resilient athlete continued to train and eventually won the championship. What does "resilient" mean in this sentence?

a)

Easily discouraged

b)

Flexible and able to keep going

c)

Always successful

d)

Weak or fragile

11.

Criteria

One of the main criteria for the scholarship is maintaining a high GPA throughout the school year. What does "criteria" mean in this sentence?

a)

Rules or standards for judgment

b)

Personal preferences

c)

A random choice

d)

A suggestion

12.

Derogatory

The manager warned the employee about using derogatory language that could offend others. What does "derogatory" mean in this sentence?

a)

Respectful

b)

Insulting or disrespectful

c)

Friendly and kind

d)

Hard to understand

13.

Oblivious

Anna was so focused on her book that she was oblivious to the noise around her. What does "oblivious" mean in this sentence?

a)

Fully aware

b)

Distracted by everything

c)

Unaware or not noticing

d)

Curious about something

14.

Spontaneous

During the road trip, they decided to make a spontaneous stop at a beach they passed by. What does "spontaneous" mean in this sentence?

a)

Carefully planned

b)

Sudden and unplanned

c)

Delayed intentionally

d)

Avoided entirely

15.

Oppose

Several community members oppose the construction of the new shopping mall, citing concerns about traffic and noise. What does "oppose" mean in this sentence?

a)

Support wholeheartedly

b)

Be against or disagree with

c)

Help organize

d)

Ignore completely