WorksheetsAP Lit & Comp: Vocab from Prac Test #2/BMA #3 (SPRING 2025)
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
ridicule
a)
mockery
b)
support
c)
admiration
d)
praise
2.
scandalous
a)
celebrated for good deeds
b)
a term for a popular trend
c)
promoting harmony and peace
d)
causing scandal or outrage
3.
deplorable
a)
worthy of praise
b)
deserving strong condemnation
c)
neutral in nature
d)
acceptable behavior
4.
cynical
a)
Cynical means overly optimistic about human intentions.
b)
Cynical refers to a belief in universal goodwill.
c)
Cynical means distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.
d)
Cynical describes someone who is easily deceived.
5.
indignation
a)
Resentment
b)
Contentment
c)
Apathy
d)
Annoyance
6.
idiosyncrasy
a)
A standard way of behaving.
b)
An unusual food preference.
c)
A peculiar trait or behavior.
d)
A common habit or practice.
7.
definition of canon
a)
A canon is a historical document from ancient times.
b)
A canon is a collection of works considered authoritative or essential in a particular field.
c)
A canon refers to a set of rules for writing.
d)
A canon is a type of musical composition.
8.
definition of idealistic
a)
Cynical, believing that ideals are unattainable and unrealistic.
b)
Skeptical, doubting the existence of ideals and principles.
c)
Characterized by emphasizing correct ideas and principles.
d)
Pragmatic, focusing on practical outcomes rather than ideals.
9.
definition of wry
a)
Excessively serious or formal.
b)
Completely lacking in humor.
c)
Overly dramatic and emotional.
d)
Dryly humorous or sarcastic.
10.
definition of quelled
a)
To enhance or improve a situation.
b)
To ignore or overlook an issue.
c)
To encourage or promote something.
d)
To suppress or put an end to something.
11.
definition of intermediary
a)
An intermediary is a final decision-maker.
b)
An intermediary is a facilitator between parties.
c)
An intermediary is a type of legal contract.
d)
An intermediary is a direct competitor.
12.
definition of meddler
a)
A person who helps others solve their problems.
b)
A person who inserts themselves in others' affairs.
c)
A person who avoids involvement in others' matters.
d)
A person who is indifferent to others' issues.
13.
definition of sanctity
a)
A state of being unholy or profane.
b)
The quality of being ordinary or mundane.
c)
The state of being holy or sacred.
d)
A measure of physical strength or power.
14.
definition of opulence
a)
Opulence refers to a state of poverty.
b)
Opulence is a type of fruit.
c)
Opulence is the state of being wealthy or luxurious.
d)
Opulence means living in a small, simple home.
15.
definition of reverence
a)
A strong dislike or aversion to someone or something.
b)
A superficial acknowledgment of someone's presence.
c)
A casual indifference towards someone or something.
d)
A deep respect or admiration for someone or something.
16.
definition of antithesis
a)
Antithesis is a synonym for thesis.
b)
Antithesis refers to the repetition of similar sounds.
c)
Antithesis is the use of metaphors in poetry.
d)
Antithesis is the juxtaposition of contrasting ideas in balanced phrases or clauses.
17.
definition of loathing
a)
Loathing is a strong aversion or intense dislike.
b)
Loathing is a feeling of joy and happiness.
c)
Loathing is the act of embracing and accepting something.
d)
Loathing refers to a mild preference for something.
18.
definition of indulgence
a)
Indulgence is the act of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures or luxuries.
b)
Indulgence is the act of punishing oneself for past mistakes.
c)
Indulgence is the practice of strict self-discipline.
d)
Indulgence refers to a state of complete denial of pleasures.
19.
definition of counterintuitive
a)
Counterintuitive means easily understood.
b)
Counterintuitive means contrary to what one would naturally expect.
c)
Counterintuitive refers to something that is always expected.
d)
Counterintuitive is a synonym for straightforward.
20.
definition of provocative
a)
Intended to create a peaceful atmosphere.
b)
A term used to describe something that is boring.
c)
Intended to provoke a reaction or stimulate thought.
d)
Designed to entertain without any deeper meaning.
21.
definition of empathy
a)
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
b)
Empathy is the skill of manipulating people's feelings.
c)
Empathy is the act of judging others' emotions.
d)
Empathy is the ability to ignore others' feelings.
22.
definition of systematically
a)
In a methodical or organized manner.
b)
In a haphazard or disorganized fashion.
c)
In a spontaneous or impulsive way.
d)
In a random or chaotic manner.
23.
definition of specious
a)
Having a deceptive attraction or allure; seemingly plausible but actually wrong.
b)
Being attractive and genuine; not misleading.
c)
Having a clear and straightforward meaning; unambiguous.
d)
Possessing a strong and undeniable truth; factual.
24.
definition of novelty
a)
A temporary trend or fad.
b)
An outdated concept or idea.
c)
The quality of being new, original, or unique.
d)
A type of legal document.
25.
definition of class-conscious
a)
Being unaware of social class distinctions
b)
Having a preference for one social class over another
c)
Believing all social classes are equal
d)
Having an awareness of social distinctions and their impact.
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