Wit and Wisdom Vocabulary

What is the best definition of the word speck in the sentence above?

• a gross amount

• really dirty mud

• a million things

• tiny piece

What is the best definition of the word 'eloquent' in the sentence above?

• A) fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing

• B) loud and aggressive

• C) quiet and reserved

• D) confused and unclear

Choose the correct synonym for the word 'benevolent'.

• A) cruel

• B) kind

• C) selfish

• D) indifferent

What does the word 'meticulous' mean in the context of the passage?

• A) careless

• B) thorough and precise

• C) quick and hasty

• D) indifferent

Identify the antonym of the word 'arduous'.

• A) easy

• B) difficult

• C) tiring

• D) challenging

Which word best completes the sentence: 'Her speech was so _______ that everyone was moved to tears.'

• A) eloquent

• B) monotonous

• C) dull

• D) incoherent

What is the meaning of the word 'candid' as used in the text?

• A) dishonest

• B) straightforward

• C) evasive

• D) secretive

Select the word that means the opposite of 'frugal'.

• A) extravagant

• B) economical

• C) thrifty

• D) prudent

What does the word 'resilient' imply in the context of the story?

• A) fragile

• B) strong and adaptable

• C) weak

• D) inflexible

Choose the correct definition of 'ambiguous'.

• A) clear

• B) open to more than one interpretation

• C) simple

• D) obvious