Difficult Words Quiz

What does the word 'Ebullient' mean?

• Quiet and reserved

• Cheerful and full of energy

• Stubborn and unyielding

• Unwilling to change

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of 'Ostentatious'?

• Modest and humble

• Extravagant and showy

• Simple and plain

• Quiet and secretive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Define 'Penchant'.

• Dislike for something

• Habitual avoidance

• Strong preference

• Complete indifference

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'Ephemeral'?

• Lasting for a very short time

• Eternal and unchanging

• Visible and apparent

• Thick and opaque

What does 'Trepidation' refer to?

• Calmness and composure

• Fear or anxiety about something

• Enthusiastic anticipation

• Loud and chaotic noise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Explain the term 'Obfuscate'.

• To clarify and simplify

• To hide or make unclear

• To praise or glorify

• To abandon or leave

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the definition of 'Pernicious'?

• Beneficial and helpful

• Harmful and destructive

• Temporary and fleeting

• Old-fashioned and outdated

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Define 'Intransigent'.

• Flexible and accommodating

• Stubborn and unwilling to compromise

• Quick to agree

• Carefree and light-hearted

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is a 'Sycophant'?

• A sincere and loyal friend

• A self-serving flatterer

• A critic or adversary

• A brave and bold leader

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Explain 'Recalcitrant'.

• Eager to please

• Stubbornly resistant to authority

• Deeply thoughtful

• Shy and introverted

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F