Vocabulary Mastery Quiz

What does the word "trill" most closely mean?

• A rapid series of slight pitch variations in the voice or on a musical instrument.

• A type of bird.

• A small stream of water.

• A heavy object.

Which of the following best defines "current"?

• A large body of water standing still.

• A movement of air.

• A flow of electricity.

• A steady, usually natural flow of water or air in a specific direction.

What does "flurry" mean?

• A long period of intense heat.

• commotion or activity

• quiet movement

• A strong wind.

The term "revolution" is best defined as:

• A type of dance.

• A circular motion.

• overthrow of a government that is replaced by a new system

• The action of rotating around an axis or center.

What does "asunder" mean?

• Together.

• In a different direction.

• Into separate parts or pieces.

• Unchanged.

"Invective" is best described as:

• An inspiring speech.

• Insulting, abusive, or highly critical language.

• A formal invitation.

• An investigative report.

What does "belaboring" mean?

• To argue or elaborate (a subject) in excessive detail.

• To labor alongside someone.

• To forget or overlook.

• To work on a farm.

To "invoke" means to:

• To call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration.

• To revoke or take back.

• To invent.

• To call for a vote.

A "beachhead" is:

• A type of marine animal.

• A secure starting point from which further progress can be made.

• The head of a beach community.

• A sandy part of the shore.

Which sentence uses "flurry" correctly?

• The debate team prepared a flurry of arguments for the competition.

• She wore a flurry to the party.

• He decided to flurry the document before reading.

• The garden was designed in a flurry shape.