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Unit 2 AP Vocab

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

purview

a)

(n.) The range of vision, insight, or comprehension; Legally, the purpose or limits of a statute

b)

(n.) A legal term referring to the authority of a court to hear a case

c)

(n.) A type of visual impairment affecting one's ability to see clearly

d)

(n.) The act of reviewing or revising legal documents

2.

apprise

a)

(v.) To give notice to, orally or written; To inform

b)

(v.) To conceal information from someone

c)

(v.) To make someone feel anxious or worried

d)

(v.) To entertain someone with stories

3.

polarize

a)

(v.) To cause division and concentration on two opposing or contrasting opinions

b)

(v.) To unify and bring together differing viewpoints

c)

(v.) To create a sense of neutrality in discussions

d)

(v.) To enhance the clarity of a single perspective

4.

microcosm

a)

(n.) A little or smaller world; A model representing the larger unit, such as the world or society

b)

(n.) A large and complex system; A representation of chaos and disorder

c)

(n.) A type of ecosystem that is self-sustaining and independent

d)

(n.) A philosophical concept representing the universe as a whole

5.

vassal

a)

A person allowed to work the land of a feudal lord but then owing the lord allegiance or homage

b)

A type of medieval weapon used in battles

c)

A title given to a king's advisor

d)

A form of ancient currency used in trade

6.
a)

(adj.) Funded by charity; Pertaining to charity or alms

b)

(adj.) Relating to education or learning

c)

(adj.) Pertaining to wealth or affluence

d)

(adj.) Related to the environment or ecology

7.

sanguine

a)

(adj.) A reddish or ruddy complexion; Habitually cheerful, optimistic or hopeful

b)

(adj.) A state of being calm and relaxed

c)

(adj.) A feeling of sadness or despair

d)

(adj.) A tendency to be angry or aggressive

8.

deracinate

a)

(v.) To uproot or pull out by the roots; To displace from one's native or accustomed environment

b)

(v.) To plant deeply in the ground; To establish firmly

c)

(v.) To cultivate and nurture; To promote growth

d)

(v.) To remove from a position of power; To dethrone

9.

lexicon

a)

(n.) A wordbook or dictionary; Vocabulary unique to a group, person, field or subject

b)

(n.) A type of literature that focuses on the study of words

c)

(n.) A collection of phrases used in everyday conversation

d)

(n.) A reference book that lists words in alphabetical order with their meanings

10.

solecism

a)

(n.) A grammatical error in writing or speech

b)

(n.) An ungrammatical or nonstandard usage of language; A violation of etiquette or good manners

c)

(n.) A formal expression of politeness

d)

(n.) A type of literary device used for emphasis

11.

melee

a)

A confused fight or struggle among a few; Confusion and turmoil

b)

A formal debate or discussion

c)

A peaceful gathering or assembly

d)

A type of musical performance

12.

paternalism

a)

(n.) The attitude or practice of controlling and managing others similar to how a father would interact with his children

b)

(n.) A system of governance where the state provides for the needs of its citizens without their input

c)

(n.) The belief that individuals should be completely independent and self-reliant

d)

(n.) A method of teaching that emphasizes strict discipline and obedience

13.

claque

a)

(n.) A group of critics who review performances

b)

(n.) A type of musical instrument

c)

(n.) People hired to applaud a performance or a performer

d)

(n.) A style of dance popular in the 1920s

14.

minuscule

a)

(n.) A letter written in uppercase; (adj.) Very large or huge

b)

(n.) A letter written in lowercase; (adj.) Very small or tiny

c)

(n.) A letter written in lowercase; (adj.) Average size

d)

(n.) A letter written in uppercase; (adj.) Tiny

15.

  1. indigenous

a)

(adj.) Native, coming from that country or region

b)

(adj.) Foreign, coming from another country

c)

(adj.) Modern, related to recent developments

d)

(adj.) Ancient, belonging to a long time ago

16.

verisimilitude

a)

(n.) The quality of being true or real

b)

(n.) A false appearance of truth

c)

(n.) The state of being imaginary or fictional

d)

(n.) Appearing to or having the semblance of truth, reality or likelihood

17.

bibulous

a)

(adj.) Given to or fond of drink, usually alcohol; Sponge-like

b)

(adj.) Extremely dry and lacking moisture

c)

(adj.) Having a strong, unpleasant smell

d)

(adj.) Very bright and colorful

18.

obfuscate

a)

(v.) To confuse or obscure or make unclear

b)

(v.) To clarify or explain

c)

(v.) To simplify or make easier

d)

(v.) To illuminate or shed light on

19.

lachrymose

a)

(adj.) Inclined to shed tears easily; Mournful

b)

(adj.) Full of joy and happiness

c)

(adj.) Lacking emotion or feeling

d)

(adj.) Quick to anger or irritation

20.

aegis

a)

(n.) Support; Protection; Endorsement

b)

(n.) A type of ancient armor

c)

(n.) A mythical creature

d)

(n.) A form of government