Practice for Academic Vocabulary Quiz

Which word/phrase is most similar in meaning to despite?

• During

• Even though

• Until

• Because

Which word is most similar in meaning to contrast?

• Comparison

• Difference

• Likeness

• Connection

Which word is most similar in meaning to purchase?

• Borrow

• Buy

• Sell

• Deliver

Which word is most similar in meaning to attitude?

• Rule

• Behavior

• Item

• Answer

Which word is most similar in meaning to participate?

• Delay

• Join

• Watch

• Avoid

Which word is most similar in meaning to stress (as a noun)?

• Calm

• Relaxation

• Tension

• Sleep

Which word is most similar in meaning to rely?

• Trust

• Ignore

• Forget

• Doubt

Which word is most similar in meaning to complex?

• Complicated

• Clear

• Simple

• Easy

Fill in the blank: She has the (a)   to become a great leader if she continues to work hard.

Fill in the blank: Make sure your driver's license is still (a)   before you rent the car.