Unit 4 Advanced Flocabulary

Charlotte was reading a book and came across a word that means 'to hate; to loathe'. Which of the following words has that meaning?

• abhor

• defunct

• agoraphobia

• daunting

Noah is experiencing an irrational fear of open or public spaces. What is this condition called?

• allay

• agoraphobia

• daunting

• claustrophobia

Jackson had a rough day at school and was feeling upset. Grace wanted to help him feel better. What action can Grace take to soothe or assuage Jackson's feelings?

• Act feral

• Wear a diaphanous outfit

• Allay his concerns

• Discuss a defunct topic

During a school trip, Ava, James, and Anika visited a famous historical monument. James, who has an irrational fear of closed or crowded spaces, started feeling uncomfortable. What is this fear called?

• exacerbate

• diaphanous

• agoraphobia

• claustrophobia

Henry found the task of preparing for the math competition quite intimidating. Which of the following words could also describe Henry's feelings?

• daunting

• requisition

• formidable

• redoubtable

Ethan was reading a history book and came across a term that meant 'no longer used or existing'. Which of the following terms did he come across?

• strenuous

• defunct

• feral

• raze

Aria, Avery, and Olivia were working on a project together. However, after several setbacks, they started to feel discouraged and hopeless. What is another word for their feelings?

• exacerbate

• feral

• despondent

• abhor

Evelyn and Aria are planning a surprise party for Abigail. They want to use a material that is transparent and see-through for the decorations. Which of the following options would be suitable?

• requisition

• allay

• agoraphobia

• diaphanous

Sophia and Aria are having a heated debate. If Abigail joins the debate and makes it more violent or intense, what is she doing?

• exacerbating

• feral

• raze

• formidable

Anika found a stray cat in her backyard. She noticed that the cat was not like her pet cat, Mia. It was more savage and wild. What word best describes this cat's behavior?

• redoubtable

• feral

• strenuous

• allay