Winslow Midterm P2

What does the word "Rectify" mean?

• To make worse

• To make right, to correct

• To ignore

• To complicate

What is the closest meaning of the word "Morose"?

• Cheerful and lively

• Having a gloomy or sullen manner

• Energetic and enthusiastic

• Indifferent and uninterested

Select the phrase that is closest to the definition of "Paramount".

• Of little importance

• Above all others

• Below average

• Secondary

What does "Stagnant" mean?

• Active and flowing

• Inactive, foul from standing still

• Fresh and clean

• Rapidly moving

Choose the phrase that best defines "Credible".

• Unbelievable and doubtful

• Plausible, believable

• Impossible to trust

• Unreliable

What is the meaning of "Hamper"?

• To assist

• To hold back

• To accelerate

• To promote

What does "Hew" mean?

• To assemble

• To shape or cut down with an ax

• To paint

• To polish

Select the phrase that is closest to the definition of "Lucid".

• Confusing and unclear

• Easy to understand, clear

• Complicated and intricate

• Vague and ambiguous

What does "Posthumous" mean?

• Occurring or published before birth

• Occurring or published after death

• Happening during life

• Happening in the future

What is the closest meaning of the word "Cackle"?

• To laugh in a sharp or harsh way

• To cry softly

• To whisper quietly

• To shout loudly