Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 12 Students

What does "effervescent" mean?

• Lively and bubbly

• Quiet and reserved

• Dull and monotonous

• Serious and somber

The term "contradiction" refers to:

• A statement that agrees with another

• The act of opposing or disagreeing

• A harmonious agreement

• A supportive argument

To "debilitate" someone means to:

• Strengthen their resolve

• Make them weak or feeble

• Inspire confidence

• Encourage independence

"Proximity" indicates:

• Distance between two objects

• The closeness in time or space

• A significant difference

• An unrelated occurrence

The word "coalesce" means to:

• Separate into distinct parts

• Grow together into one body

• Remain unchanged

• Deteriorate over time

To "indoctrinate" someone involves:

• Teaching a diverse range of ideas

• Instructing a specific doctrine or ideology

• Encouraging critical thinking

• Promoting independent thought

An "affinity" is best described as:

• A natural attraction or liking

• A strong aversion or dislike

• A competitive rivalry

• An indifferent stance

An "aberration" refers to:

• A return to normalcy

• A departure from the usual course

• A consistent pattern

• A predictable outcome

An "iconoclast" is someone who:

• Supports traditional beliefs

• Attacks cherished beliefs or institutions

• Upholds cultural heritage

• Promotes conformity

The term "fortuitous" describes something that is:

• Planned and deliberate

• Happening by chance

• Expected and predictable

• Intentionally designed