Vocabulary Quiz

The librarian had to admonish the noisy students several times before they settled down.

Because of a serious breach of the rules, two players were ejected from the game.

It is important for a diplomat to behave in a manner that is both discreet and circumspect.

Under certain circumstances the U.S. government has the right to commandeer private property.

The scent of lilacs slowly ______________ through the open window.

The ______________ was principally caused by their failure to carry out the general’s orders properly.

Pizza is a __________ favorite of young and old alike in the United States.

My genetic makeup seems to __________ me to colds and sore throats.

Fortunately, we were able to __________ a few things from the fire.

__________ from sunken ships can be of great value to archaeologists and historians.