Set 15 Vocab Review 4/29/24

A character in a novel feels a deep, persistent sadness after losing a cherished friend. This feeling affects their daily activities and overall outlook on life. Which word best describes this emotion?

• Euphoria

• Melancholy

• Opulence

• Terse

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In a story, the author describes a building with statues that have distorted, monstrous features designed to ward off evil spirits. These statues are most likely:

• Superintendents

• Gargoyles

• Infestations

• Wretches

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When a scientist tests hypotheses to ensure accurate results, which word best describes their approach should be to gathering data?

• Tremulous

• Methodical

• Miff

• Noxious

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A narrative describes a room filled with luxurious furniture, golden chandeliers, and lavish decorations. Which word best captures the essence of this room's decor?

• Wretched

• Terse

• Opulence

• Melancholy

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In a discussion between two characters, one character responds with short, abrupt answers. Which word best describes this character's manner of speaking?

• Euphoric

• Terse

• Tremulous

• Methodical

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After winning a long-awaited championship, the protagonist feels an overwhelming sense of joy and triumph. This feeling can best be described as:

• Melancholy

• Euphoria

• Wretched

• Noxious

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A novel describes a character who oversees the maintenance and operation of a large building complex. This character is best referred to as a:

• Gargoyle

• Superintendent

• Infestation

• Methodical

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In a tense scene, a character's voice is described as shaky and uncertain due to fear. Which word best describes the character's voice?

• Tremulous

• Terse

• Miff

• Noxious

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A story involves a city that becomes overrun by rats. The verb that best describes the situation where these creatures are spreading throughout the city is:

• tremble

• Infest

• miff

• terse

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A character feels slight annoyance and irritation when another character forgets to return a borrowed book. Which word best describes the first character's feeling?

• Miff

• Euphoria

• Opulence

• Tremulous

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