Unit 1 Vocabulary Review #2

What is the meaning of the word "abject" in the context of describing someone's living conditions?

• Luxurious

• Miserable

• Temporary

• Spacious

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which of the following is a synonym for "capitulate"?

• Resist

• Surrender

• Attack

• Negotiate

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Choose the word that is an antonym of "ephemeral".

• Fleeting

• Eternal

• Momentary

• Transient

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

In which sentence is the word "reticent" used correctly?

• She was reticent to speak in front of the large crowd.

• He was reticent to finish his homework early.

• The reticent dog barked loudly all night.

• The reticent storm caused widespread damage.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What does "sinewy" mean when describing a person?

• Weak and frail

• Muscular and strong

• Overweight

• Tall and lanky

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Identify the synonym for "inimical".

• Friendly

• Hostile

• Supportive

• Neutral

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.L.11-12.5B

Which of the following words is closest in meaning to "levity"?

• Gravity

• Seriousness

• Lightness

• Heaviness

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What is the meaning of "peremptory" in the context of a command?

• Optional

• Authoritative

• Suggestive

• Tentative

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Choose the correct sentence using the word "poignant".

• The poignant aroma of the flowers was overwhelming.

• His poignant speech moved everyone to tears.

• She was poignant about her decision to leave.

• The poignant weather was perfect for a picnic.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which word is an antonym of "tenuous"?

• Weak

• Strong

• Fragile

• Delicate

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.5