Vocabulary Review Level 3

Match the vocabulary word with the correct definition

• obedient to authority

• subservient

• to conceal one's true motives

• dissemble

• a system of ideas that form politics

• heathenism

• belief in multiple gods

• ideology

• to gain favor by flattery

• ingratiate

Match the following vocabulary to the definition

• resembles hell with fire or intense heat

• inferno

• strict and moralistic

• crucible

• a set of beliefs held by a group

• dogma

• a severe test or trial

• puritanical

• the act of speaking disrespectfully about sacred things

• blasphemy

The organization adhered strictly to its dogma, refusing to question or debate its established beliefs.

dogma most likely means...

• a collection of random thoughts
• a temporary opinion or viewpoint
• a method of scientific inquiry
• a set of established beliefs or principles

Her puritanical upbringing emphasized strict moral values and frowned upon any form of indulgence.

puritanical most likely means...

• indulgent and carefree
• tolerant and relaxed
• strictly moral or austere
• liberal and permissive

In that culture, speaking negatively about their sacred texts was considered blasphemy and highly offensive.

blasphemy most likely means...

• an expression of personal opinion
• a celebration of cultural beliefs
• disrespect towards sacred beliefs or texts
• a form of praise for sacred texts

The warehouse fire was an inferno, with flames reaching high into the sky and intense heat felt blocks away.

inferno most likely means...

• a small and contained fire
• a type of explosive
• a large and intense fire
• a fire that is easily extinguished

The training camp was a true crucible for the soldiers, testing their endurance and resilience in extreme conditions.

crucible most likely means...

• a type of military equipment
• a place for relaxation
• a training exercise for civilians
• a severe test or trial

In their strict community, anyone who practiced heathenism, or beliefs outside the main religion, was shunned.

heathenism most likely means...

• beliefs outside the main religion
• a philosophical belief system
• a form of worship within the main religion
• a type of ancient ritual

She tried to dissemble her disappointment, hiding her true feelings behind a forced smile.

dissemble most likely means...

• to express one's feelings openly
• to exaggerate one's emotions
• disguise one's true feelings or intentions

• to ignore one's feelings completely

To ingratiate himself with the team, he complimented their work and brought them coffee each morning.

ingratiate most likely means...

• to criticize or belittle someone
• to ignore the team's efforts
• to compete against the team for recognition
• to gain favor through flattery