WorksheetsVocabulary List for Act 1
Total questions: 27
Worksheet time: 14mins
What is the meaning of the word 'Cecilian'?
Pertaining to Cecilia, a name used as a reference to a classical or aristocratic taste.
Related to musical instruments made of wood.
A term for ancient Roman architecture.
Describing a type of rare gemstone.
Which word means 'The expression of disapproval or disappointment'?
Cecilian
Reproach
Quixotic
Profligate
Fill in the blank: 'His ______ way of thinking drives everyone mad.'
quixotic
logical
practical
methodical
What does 'profligate' mean?
Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources.
Careful and prudent with money.
Easily influenced or swayed.
Having a strong moral code.
Which word is described as 'Given to moralizing or expressing moral judgments in a self-righteous way'?
Sententious
Scrupulous
Profligate
Quixotic
Fill in the blank: 'He is ______ honest in all his dealings.'
scrupulously
barely
occasionally
partially
What is the meaning of the word 'Misanthrope'?
A person who dislikes or distrusts humankind.
A witty or satirical remark.
Lacking discretion.
Well-meaning and kindly.
Fill in the blank: 'He is a ________ who avoids all human interaction.'
misanthrope
philanthropist
extrovert
optimist
What is the meaning of the word 'Epigram'?
A) A witty or satirical remark or short poem.
B) Lacking discretion.
C) Well-meaning and kindly.
D) The rise and fall of the voice in speaking.
Fill in the blank: 'Wilde is known for his clever ________.'
epigrams
novels
paintings
sonnets
What is the meaning of the word 'Indiscreet'?
Lacking discretion, careless in speech or behavior.
Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory.
Well-meaning and kindly.
Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed.
Fill in the blank: 'I must apologize for my ________ comments.'
indiscreet
eloquent
timely
thoughtful
What is the meaning of the word 'Benevolent'?
Well-meaning and kindly.
Lacking discretion.
The rise and fall of the voice in speaking.
Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory.
Fill in the blank: 'She has a ________ manner, always helping others.'
benevolent
hostile
apathetic
arrogant
What is the meaning of the word 'Nonchalant'?
Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed, not displaying anxiety.
Lacking discretion.
Well-meaning and kindly.
Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory.
Fill in the blank: 'He seemed ________ about the upcoming marriage.'
nonchalant
anxious
excited
nervous
What is the meaning of the word 'Paradoxical'?
Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory but may contain some truth.
Lacking discretion.
Well-meaning and kindly.
The rise and fall of the voice in speaking.
Fill in the blank: 'It's a ________ situation: he wants to get married, but refuses to commit.'
paradoxical
simple
romantic
obvious
What is the meaning of the word 'Intonation'?
The rise and fall of the voice in speaking, especially with regards to expressing emotion or meaning.
Lacking discretion.
Well-meaning and kindly.
Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory.
Fill in the blank: 'Her ________ suggested she was not pleased.'
intonation
gesture
attire
location
What is the meaning of the word 'Impertinent'?
Showing disrespect or rudeness, especially in speech or behavior.
Feeling light-headed or dizzy.
Lacking sophistication or good taste.
Showing love or fondness.
Fill in the blank: 'His vulgar manner was _______ to many of the guests.'
off-putting
amusing
welcoming
comforting
What does 'Prose' mean?
A) A story with a hidden meaning.
B) Written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without metrical structure.
C) In a sharp, biting manner.
D) Showing disrespect or rudeness.
Fill in the blank: 'This conversation feels more like an _______ of modern society.'
allegory
analysis
example
critique
What is the meaning of the word 'Giddy'?
Showing love or fondness.
Feeling light-headed, dizzy, or overly joyful.
Lacking sophistication or good taste.
In a sharp, biting manner.
Fill in the blank: 'His _______ nature made him very popular among the guests.'
affectionate
hostile
indifferent
arrogant
What does 'Tartly' mean?
In a sharp, biting, or sarcastic manner.
Showing disrespect or rudeness.
Written or spoken language in its ordinary form.
Feeling light-headed or dizzy.
