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What is the definition of "melancholy"?

• A state of extreme happiness

• A persistent feeling of sadness

• A feeling of anger

• A sense of confusion

What is the definition of "impertinent"?

• A condition that causes pain or suffering

• A persistent feeling of sadness

• Rude; showing a lack of respect

• A sense of confusion

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "cantankerous."

• The cantankerous puppy played joyfully in the park.

• The cantankerous old man yelled at the children for being too loud.

• She was cantankerous because she won the lottery.

• The cantankerous weather was perfect for a picnic.

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

• Joy

• Suffering

• Peace

• Happiness

What does the word "latter" refer to?

• The first of two things mentioned

• The second of two things mentioned

• Something that is not mentioned

• An unrelated topic

Use "animosity" in a sentence.

• There was animosity between the two teams after the heated match.

• She felt animosity when she received a gift.

• Animosity filled the room with laughter.

• The animosity of the weather was calming.

What is the definition of "ample"?

• Insufficient

• Enough

• Scarce

• Limited

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "melancholy."

• The party was filled with melancholy and laughter.

• She felt a sense of melancholy after watching the sad movie.

• His melancholy attitude made everyone laugh.

• The weather was melancholy and sunny.

Identify a synonym for "cantankerous."

• Agreeable

• Cheerful

• Grumpy

• Pleasant

Which of the following sentences uses "affliction" correctly?

• Her affliction was a source of great joy.

• The affliction of the disease caused him much pain.

• He was afflicted with happiness.

• The affliction was a pleasant surprise.