Vocabulary Quiz

What does the verb "accelerate" mean?

• to slow down the process

• to speed up, cause to move faster

• to stop immediately

• to continue at the same pace

What does the verb "persist" mean?

• to give up easily

• to change direction frequently

• to continue steadily in a course of action

• to start a new project

What does the verb "erode" mean?

• to build up over time

• to remain unchanged

• to wear away gradually

• to clean thoroughly

What does the noun "quibble" mean?

• a formal agreement

• a petty objection

• a large problem

• an unexpected solution

What does the adjective "melancholy" mean?

• cheerful and lively

• sad, gloomy, unhappy

• extremely excited

• indifferent or unresponsive

What does the word "ordeal" mean?

• A royal ceremony

• A casual event

• A difficult or painful experience, a trial

• An essential element

What is the meaning of "casual" as an adjective?

• Necessary to life

• Happening by chance or on an irregular basis; showing little concern; informal

• A minor argument or complaint

• Fit for a king

What does "quibble" mean when used as a verb?

• To have a royal demeanor

• To be essential or necessary

• To evade or belittle a point by twisting words or raising minor objections

• To experience something difficult

Which of the following best defines "vital"?

• A minor complaint

• Having life, living; necessary to life, essential; key, crucial

• Informal or happening by chance

• Royal or majestic

What does "regal" mean as an adjective?

• A difficult experience

• Casual or informal

• Royal, kingly; fit for a king

• Essential or necessary