AP Lang Vocab Set 1 Practice Quiz

What does the word "assuage" mean?

• To make an unpleasant feeling less intense

• To increase discomfort

• To complicate a situation

• To ignore a problem

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word describes a severe or stern manner, often lacking comforts or luxuries?

• Austere

• Crass

• Concoct

• Coalition

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of "coalition"?

• A combination or union for a specific purpose

• A solitary endeavor

• A random gathering

• An individual effort

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

How would you define "concoct"?

• To prepare by combining ingredients

• To destroy something

• To separate elements

• To ignore a recipe

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "crass" mean?

• Offensive due to lack of sensitivity

• Highly refined and sensitive

• Extremely intelligent

• Deeply considerate

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does the word "elicit" mean?

• To hide information

• To draw forth or bring out from some source

• To ignore someone

• To create confusion

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of "expostulate"?

• To agree with someone

• To attempt to dissuade someone by earnest reasoning

• To ignore a problem

• To celebrate an event

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "hiatus" refer to?

• A continuous process

• A pause or gap in a sequence

• A loud noise

• A sudden movement

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does the word "intercede" mean?

• To ignore a conflict

• To plead on behalf of someone else

• To start an argument

• To end a conversation

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "jaded"?

• Energetic and lively

• Weary, worn-out, or dulled

• Excited and enthusiastic

• Fresh and new

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4