Vocabulary Lesson-2

What is the most accurate definition of abrasion?

• A sharp pain in the stomach

• A superficial injury caused by scraping

• A chemical reaction

• A sudden emotional outburst

What does clad mean?

• To dress or cover with clothing or layers

• To remove clothing

• To decorate with paint

• To wash thoroughly

To corroborate something means to:

• Deny it completely

• Question its origin

• Confirm or support it with evidence

• Replace it with something new

A cursory glance is one that is:

• Long and thoughtful

• Quick and superficial

• Full of emotion

• Aggressive and intense

In a figurative sense, to electrify someone is to:

• Hurt them with static

• Make them fall asleep

• Excite or thrill them

• Give them directions

What is the meaning of endeavor?

• A sudden stop

• A lazy break

• A serious attempt

• A simple answer

If someone moves gingerly, they are being:

• Bold and reckless

• Quick and careless

• Slow and aggressive

• Careful and cautious

A grimace usually shows:

• Joy and satisfaction

• Pain or disgust

• Surprise and confusion

• Laughter and excitement

Which word best describes something gruesome?

• Delightful

• Peaceful

• Horrifying

• Boring

To simulate an experience means to:

• Avoid it

• Actually perform it

• Imitate or replicate it

• Forget it completely