Practice: Vocabulary One Pre-AP

What does the word "bewail" mean?

• To celebrate

• To complain

• To mourn

• To ignore

During a class discussion, Kelly mentioned that some people in certain parts of the world live in conditions where they lack basic necessities. What word describes this situation?

• Flamboyant

• Destitute

• Emancipate

• Intermittent

When Robert received feedback on his project, he was worried that the negative comments might detract from his overall performance. What does "detract" mean in this context?

• To add

• To diminish

• To enhance

• To support

What does "emancipate" mean?

• To imprison

• To liberate

• To confuse

• To decorate

Which word means to praise highly?

• Extol

• Insuperable

• Obligatory

• Vagabond

Emma wore a flamboyant dress to the party. What does "flamboyant" mean in this context?

• Subtle

• Modest

• Showy

• Dull

What is the meaning of "impetus"?

• Obstacle

• Motivation

• Conclusion

• Hesitation

Which word means impossible to overcome?

• Insuperable

• Intermittent

• Obligatory

• Plumb

During the rainy season, Kai noticed that the rain was intermittent. What does "intermittent" mean in this context?

• Continuous

• Sporadic

• Permanent

• Constant

What is a "maxim"?

• A long story

• A short saying

• A complex theory

• A detailed plan