Vocabulary 125 L.2.2 8th

What is the definition of the word "mandatory"?

• Optional or voluntary

• Required by law or rules; compulsory

• Recklessly bold or rash

• Showing a lack of respect

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "foolhardy"?

• It was foolhardy of him to jump into the river without checking the depth.

• She was foolhardy in her approach to solving the math problem.

• The foolhardy weather was perfect for a picnic.

• He was foolhardy in his decision to study for the exam.

Identify the synonym for "impudent".

• Polite

• Respectful

• Insolent

• Cautious

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "implore"?

• She implored him to stay, but he left anyway.

• He was implore in his decision to leave.

• The implore weather was unpredictable.

• She was implore in her approach to the problem.

What is the definition of the word "gnarl"?

• A smooth surface

• A knotty or twisted part of a tree

• A type of flower

• A musical instrument

Identify the antonym for "mandatory".

• Compulsory

• Optional

• Necessary

• Required

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "gnarl"?

• The gnarl in the tree made it difficult to carve.

• She was gnarl in her decision to leave.

• The gnarl weather was unpredictable.

• He was gnarl in his approach to the problem.

Identify the synonym for "foolhardy".

• Prudent

• Reckless

• Sensible

• Cautious

What is the definition of the word "impudent"?

• Showing a lack of respect

• Extremely careful

• Full of wisdom

• Very generous

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "mandatory"?

• Attendance at the meeting is mandatory for all employees.

• The mandatory weather was perfect for a picnic.

• She was mandatory in her approach to solving the math problem.

• He was mandatory in his decision to study for the exam.