Vocabulary Quiz ( from Sadler Connect)

What does admonish mean?

• To praise

• To warn or reprimand

• To ignore

• To agree with

Which of the following best describes a breach?

• A complete victory

• An action that breaks an agreement or rule

• A peaceful discussion

• A stronghold or defense

A brigand is most similar to:

• A soldier

• A thief or bandit

• A doctor

• A lawyer

To act circumspect is to:

• Act recklessly

• Be cautious and careful

• Make decisions quickly

• Be full of excitement

What does commandeer mean?

• To take control by force

• To destroy something

• To return something

• To fix something

What best describes something cumbersome?

• Small and easy to carry

• Large, awkward, or difficult to manage

• Very light

• Fragile

A deadlock means:

• A breakthrough in negotiations

• A situation where no progress can be made

• An immediate solution to a problem

• A victory in a competition

What is debris?

• Complete buildings

• Scattered pieces of waste or remains

• Clean and organized material

• Important resources

To diffuse means:

• To concentrate in one place

• To spread over a large area

• To shrink or lessen

• To break apart

A dilemma is:

• A straightforward decision

• A difficult choice between two options

• An easy solution

• A celebration or party