English 3 Vocab Set #2 Practice

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates the use of the word "apprehension"?

• She felt a sense of apprehension before her first day at the new job.

• The apprehension of the criminal was swift and efficient.

• His apprehension of the concept was impressive.

• The apprehension of the painting was breathtaking.

Identify the sentence where "archaic" is used correctly.

• The archaic computer was the fastest in the lab.

• The archaic language in the text made it difficult to understand.

• The archaic car was brand new and shiny.

• The archaic phone had the latest features.

Which of the following best describes "artifice"?

• A natural occurrence

• A clever trick or strategy

• A type of art

• A scientific fact

Choose the sentence that uses "atrocious" correctly.

• The atrocious weather was perfect for a picnic.

• The atrocious crime shocked the entire community.

• The atrocious meal was delicious and satisfying.

• The atrocious movie won several awards.

In which context is "augment" used correctly?

• She decided to augment her income by taking a second job.

• He wanted to augment his car by selling it.

• The augment of the story was its ending.

• The augment of the painting was its frame.

Which sentence correctly uses the word "automation"?

• The automation of the process required more manual labor.

• Automation has reduced the need for human intervention in factories.

• Automation is a type of manual work.

• The automation of the book was a bestseller.

Select the sentence that uses "avert" correctly.

• He averted his eyes from the bright light.

• She averted the book to the library.

• The avert of the situation was unexpected.

• The avert of the movie was thrilling.

Which of the following sentences uses "belatedly" correctly?

• She belatedly arrived at the party, missing the cake cutting.

• The belatedly train was on time.

• He belatedly finished his homework before class started.

• The belatedly book was published ahead of schedule.

Identify the correct use of "bravado" in a sentence.

• His bravado was evident in his quiet demeanor.

• The bravado of the speech inspired confidence in the audience.

• Her bravado was shown through her shy nature.

• The bravado of the painting was subtle and understated.

Which sentence uses "cabal" correctly?

• The cabal of friends met every week to discuss their book club.

• The cabal was a peaceful gathering of like-minded individuals.

• The cabal plotted in secret to overthrow the government.

• The cabal was a public event attended by many.