Groundwork for a Better Vocabulary Ch. 24

What does the word "anxious" mean?

• Calm and relaxed

• Worried; troubled; fearful about what might happen

• Excited and happy

• Confident and assured

What is the meaning of "comprehend"?

• To ignore completely

• To understand completely

• To forget quickly

• To confuse thoroughly

Which word means "to persuade by argument or proof"?

• Convince

• Illustrate

• Overwhelm

• Inferior

What does "dramatic" mean?

• Boring and dull

• Having very exciting, interesting qualities; striking; very noticeable

• Quiet and unnoticeable

• Simple and plain

What does it mean to be "frank"?

• Dishonest and secretive

• Honest and open; sincere

• Rude and disrespectful

• Shy and reserved

What does "illustrate" mean?

• To confuse with complex words

• To make clear by using an example, picture, or demonstration

• To hide information

• To write a long story

What is an "impression"?

• A detailed analysis

• A belief, opinion, or feeling- often based on little information

• A permanent decision

• A scientific fact

What does "inferior" mean?

• Higher in value or quality

• Lower in value or quality

• Equal in value or quality

• Superior in every way

What does it mean to "overwhelm" someone?

• To make someone feel relaxed and calm

• To make mentally, emotionally, or physically helpless with too much of something; overpower

• To entertain someone with stories

• To teach someone a new skill

What does "thorough" mean?

• Incomplete and rushed

• Complete; very carefully done

• Careless and sloppy

• Quick and superficial