Vocabulary Quiz

Which word means "to agree to give up something in order to reach an agreement"?

• compromise

• achieve

• maintain

• critique

Which word means "to make something clear by giving examples"?

• demonstrate

• critique

• maintain

• detect

Which word means "to find a solution to a problem"?

• convey

• resolve

• encounter

• specialize

Which of the following words refers to a particle with a positive charge found in the nucleus of an atom?

• Electron

• Neutron

• Proton

• Ion

What is the term for the small structures within a cell that perform specific functions?

• Organelle

• Chromosome

• Nucleus

• Cytoplasm

Which term refers to the force that causes objects to float in a fluid?

• Buoyancy

• Gravity

• Friction

• Momentum

What is the term for a person who supports a strong central government?

• Federalist

• Loyalist

• Republican

• Conquistador

Which word means "the act of formally choosing someone for a job or position"?

• nomination

• inauguration

• appointment

• enforcement

What is the meaning of the word "harmony"?

• conflict

• peace

• chaos

• panic