Set 8-9 Vocab Quiz

Which word is most similar in meaning to "insidious"?

• Transparent

• Deceptive

• Obvious

• Harmless

What is the definition of the word "quirk"?

• A strange habit

• A common routine

• A serious flaw

• A typical behavior

Which of the following traits might describe someone who is "quirky"?

• Conventional and predictable

• Unconventional and interesting

• Boring and dull

• Serious and stern

In what context is the word "concede" often used?

• During a celebration

• In the context of a competition

• When planning a strategy

• While making a purchase

Which of the following is an example of something that is paramount?

• Choosing a new wallpaper

• Ensuring your car's brakes work before driving on a steep slope

• Deciding what to have for lunch

• Picking a new TV show to watch

In the context of behavior, how would you describe a "docile" person?

• Easily taught or handled

• Frequently causing trouble

• Resistant to supervision

• Always questioning authority

Which word is a synonym for "ostentatious"?

• Subtle

• Flashy

• Modest

• Reserved

What might a rapper's diamond-encrusted teeth be considered?

• Ostentatious

• Modest

• Unassuming

• Plain

What does the verb "vanquish" mean?

• To lose in a competition

• To participate in a race

• To defeat in a competition, race, or conflict

• To negotiate peace

Which of these actions could be described as "frugal"?

• Buying the cheapest product regardless of quality, even if it breaks quickly and needs frequent replacing.

• Bringing lunch from home instead of eating out to save money on food expenses.

• Spending hours driving to multiple stores just to save a few cents on an item, wasting time and gas.

• Skipping necessary maintenance on a car or home to avoid spending money, leading to bigger, more expensive repairs later.