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WorksheetsInsurgent Chapter 28-37 Vocabulary
Total questions: 48
Worksheet time: 24mins
What is the meaning of the word 'assure'?
inform positively and with certainty and confidence
to make something dirty
to delay or postpone
to remove completely
What is the meaning of the word 'exertion'?
use of physical or mental energy; hard work
a type of plant
a musical instrument
a mathematical equation
What is the meaning of the word 'potential'?
existing in possibility
completely impossible
already achieved
totally irrelevant
What is the meaning of the word 'dominance'?
the power or right to give orders or make decisions
a type of plant found in forests
a musical instrument
a method of cooking
What is the meaning of the word 'strategy'?
an elaborate and systematic plan of action
a type of musical instrument
a form of physical exercise
a traditional dish
What is the meaning of the word 'thwart'?
hinder or prevent, as an effort, plan, or desire
to support or encourage
to ignore or neglect
to explain in detail
What is the meaning of the word 'exploit'?
use or manipulate to one's advantage
ignore or neglect completely
to repair or fix something
to celebrate a victory
What is the meaning of the word 'despise'? 'Despise' means _________.
look down on with disdain or disgust
admire greatly
feel confused about
enjoy thoroughly
What is the meaning of the word 'restraint'? 'Restraint' is _________.
a device that hinders something's motion
a type of musical instrument
an ancient form of writing
a method of cooking
What is the meaning of the word 'cavalier'? 'Cavalier' means _________.
showing a lack of concern or seriousness
being extremely cautious and careful
displaying great sadness and grief
acting with extreme generosity
What is the meaning of the word 'attain'? 'Attain' means to _________.
gain with effort
lose quickly
ignore completely
forget easily
What is the meaning of the word 'engage'? 'Engage' means to _________.
carry out or participate in an activity
ignore completely
forget something important
refuse to take part
What is the meaning of the word 'tendency'? 'Tendency' is __________.
a natural inclination toward a certain condition
a type of physical exercise
a mathematical equation
a musical instrument
What is the meaning of the word 'suppress'? 'Suppress' means to _________.
reduce the incidence or severity of or stop
increase the frequency of
encourage to grow
make more visible
'Anatomy' is _________.
the bodily structure of an organism
a type of musical instrument
a method of cooking food
a style of painting
What is the vocabulary word for: a remote or indirect consequence of some action?
repercussion
benefit
origin
solution
What is the vocabulary word for: elude, especially in a baffling way? Example: I read somewhere, once, that crying defies scientific explanation.
defy
describe
explain
accept
What is the vocabulary word for: exert much effort or energy? Example: Because inside me is a beast that snarls, and growls, and strains toward freedom, toward Tobias, and, above all, toward life.
strain
relax
ignore
whisper
What is the vocabulary word for: strategic advantage; power to act effectively? Example: “I see no reason to provide that information,” says Jeanine. “And since you are all out of leverage, I see no way for you to give me a reason, unless you would like to change the terms of our agreement.”
leverage
obstacle
deterrent
hindrance
liability
What is the vocabulary word for: excessively quick? Example: I can’t make hasty decisions.
hasty
deliberate
tedious
careful
What is the vocabulary word for: suited to your comfort or purpose or needs? Example: “You choose different ways of referring to yourself depending on what is convenient,” she says, leaning back in her chair.
convenient
awkward
difficult
unusual
What is the vocabulary word for: a damage or loss?
detriment
benefit
remedy
advantage
The word that means 'a damage or disadvantage' is _________.
detriment
benefit
advantage
remedy
The word that means 'satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are' is _________.
content
anxious
restless
displeased
The word that means 'earnest and conscientious activity intended to do something' is _________.
endeavor
apathy
neglect
indifference
The word that means 'producing or capable of producing an intended result' is _________.
effective
elaborate
fragile
ineffective
The word that means 'the characteristics by which a thing or person is known' is _________.
identity
velocity
gravity
density
The word that means 'a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude' is _________.
nuance
obstacle
mirage
paradox
The word that means 'able to adjust readily to different conditions' is _________.
flexible
fragile
rigid
hostile
What is the meaning of the word 'immune'?
not affected by a given influence
derive or receive pleasure from
the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
feelings of ardent love
Simulations can’t make me tell you. I’m ______ to all three.
immune
allergic
open
subject
What does the word 'savor' mean?
strive to equal or match
derive or receive pleasure from
owing gratitude to another
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
I ______ the scowl on her face, the hate in her eyes.
savor
ignore
fear
resent
What is the definition of 'transgression'?
the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
feelings of ardent love
not affected by a given influence
owing gratitude to another for help or favors
I also don’t believe that whatever comes after life depends on my correctly reciting a list of my ________.
transgressions
accomplishments
possessions
aspirations
What does 'emulate' mean?
strive to equal or match, especially by imitating
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
derive or receive pleasure from
owing gratitude to another for help or favors
I was sure I wanted to ______ their self-sacrifice.
emulate
ignore
criticize
doubt
What is the meaning of 'indebted'?
owing gratitude to another for help or favors
feelings of ardent love
not affected by a given influence
the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
Indebted to a Stiff? It’s ridiculous. Absolutely ridiculous. And I couldn’t have it.
indebted
grateful
opposed
related
What does 'gratitude' mean?
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
feelings of ardent love
the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
strive to equal or match, especially by imitating
I feel a surge of ______.
gratitude
anger
confusion
boredom
What is the definition of 'devotion'?
feelings of ardent love
not affected by a given influence
owing gratitude to another for help or favors
derive or receive pleasure from
Maybe I was afraid to trust him with something so personal as my ______.
devotion
umbrella
wallet
address
Which word means 'deriving pleasure from inflicting pain on another'?
sadistic
empathetic
altruistic
melancholic
optimistic
Which word is 'characterized by politeness and gracious good manners'?
courteous
rude
clumsy
arrogant
Which word means 'the attribute of being brief or fleeting'?
transience
permanence
clarity
abundance
Which word means 'a discrimination between things as different'?
distinction
confusion
mixture
combination
Which word means 'any admirable quality or attribute'?
virtue
vice
habit
flaw
