Vocabulary Quiz: Understanding Key Terms

Which of the following best describes the term "bestride"?

• To walk beside someone

• To get or sit upon astride, as a horse

• To ride a bicycle

• To stand next to something

What is the primary function of a "casement" in architecture?

• To provide structural support

• To serve as a decorative element

• To open on hinges along its side

• To act as a door

Identify the correct definition of "debut."

• A final performance

• A first public appearance

• A rehearsal

• A private event

Which of the following is a characteristic of a "documentary"?

• A fictional story

• A film or TV program presenting the facts about a person or event

• A musical performance

• A comedy show

What does it mean to "fluctuate"?

• To remain constant

• To change continually; to move up and down

• To decrease steadily

• To increase steadily

Which word is synonymous with "melancholy"?

• Happiness

• Excitement

• Sadness

• Anger

What is a "reprieve" in legal terms?

• A permanent cancellation of a sentence

• A temporary relief or delay

• An immediate execution of a sentence

• A reduction in sentence severity

What is the purpose of a "requiem"?

• A celebration of a new beginning

• A song or religious service for the dead or lost

• A concert for entertainment

• A prayer for good fortune

Which of the following best describes "theoretical"?

• Proven and practical

• Restricted to ideas; abstract or unproven

• Based on experiments

• Easily observable

What does "vehement" mean?

• Indifferent and calm

• Showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense

• Mild and gentle

• Uninterested and detached