English 3 Vocab Unit 2

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1. What is the term for belonging to someone or something by its very nature; essential?

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The correct term for belonging by its very nature is 'intrinsic', as it is essential and inherent to the entity in question. The incorrect options do not convey this sense of essential belonging.

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English 3 Vocab Unit 2 - Quiz

Enhance your command of English with the 'English 3 Vocab Unit 2' quiz. Focused on expanding vocabulary, this quiz assesses your understanding of new words and their usage,... see morevital for effective communication and academic success. see less

2. Intruder, one who moves to where they are not wanted.

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An interloper is the correct term to describe someone who moves to where they are not wanted, while a trespasser, stranger, or invader may not fully capture the sense of being unwelcome or unwanted in a space.

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3. What is the term for making a violent attack in words?

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Inveigh means to speak or write about something with great hostility or anger, making a violent verbal attack. The incorrect answers do not convey the same meaning as inveigh.

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4. What is the term for weariness of body or mind, lack of energy?

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Fatigue and apathy are related to lack of energy but do not specifically imply weariness. Vitality, on the other hand, is the opposite of weariness and lack of energy.

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5. What term is used to describe a period of one thousand years or a period of great joy?

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The correct term to describe a period of one thousand years or a period of great joy is millennium. A decade refers to a period of ten years, a century refers to a period of one hundred years, and an epoch refers to a particular period of time in history or a person's life.

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6. Mysterious, magical, supernatural.

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The correct answer 'occult' is synonymous with mysterious, magical, and supernatural. The incorrect answers may be related to the concept but do not capture the full meaning of the original question.

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7. What is the word that means to spread through, penetrate, and soak through?

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Permeate is the correct answer as it is the only word that accurately describes the act of spreading through, penetrating, and soaking through.

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8. What is the term that means to cause or bring about suddenly, to hurl down from a great height, to give distinct form to?

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The correct term for the given definition is 'precipitate', which involves the sudden occurrence or formation of something. 'Obliterate' means to destroy completely, 'dissipate' means to disperse or scatter, and 'congeal' means to solidify or thicken.

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9. Choose the word that is synonymous with strict, severe, and rigorous.

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The correct answer 'stringent' fits the description of being strict, severe, and rigorous. The incorrect answers 'lenient', 'flexible', and 'lax' all convey the opposite meaning of being less strict or severe.

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10. What word means to think or believe without supporting evidence, to guess?

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The word 'surmise' specifically refers to forming an opinion or theory without firm evidence. 'Speculate', 'assume', and 'conclude' all have similar meanings but do not capture the precise definition of 'surmise'.

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11. What is another word for 'to improve, make better'?

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The word 'ameliorate' means to improve or make better, while 'exacerbate', 'deteriorate', and 'aggravate' all mean to make worse or cause to deteriorate.

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12. Which word is a synonym for poise, assurance, and self-confidence?

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The words 'poise', 'assurance', and 'self-confidence' all suggest a sense of calmness and confidence, which aligns with the definition of 'aplomb'. On the other hand, 'anxiety', 'hesitation', and 'uncertainty' all convey the opposite meaning and do not match the given characteristics.

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13. What is the term for being pompous or overblown in language?

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The adjective 'bombastic' refers to language that is overly inflated or pretentious. 'Verbose' means using more words than necessary, 'pretentious' refers to attempting to impress by affecting greater importance or talent than is actually possessed, and 'grandiloquent' describes language that is extravagant or pompous.

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14. Immature, inexperienced.

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The correct answer for the synonym of 'immature, inexperienced' is 'callow', meaning lacking adult sophistication or experience.

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15. What is the term for foolish, nonsense, aimless talking?

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The correct term for foolish, nonsense, aimless talking is 'drivel', whereas 'gibberish', 'blather', and 'mumbo jumbo' are synonymous but not the precise term for this specific type of talking.

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16. What is another word for summary, condensed account, or model?

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The correct answer 'epitome' is a perfect representation or example of something. The incorrect answers 'synopsis', 'abridgment', and 'exposition' are related terms but do not encapsulate the idea of a summary or condensed account quite like 'epitome' does.

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17. What is the term for strongly urge or advise?

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The correct term for strongly urge or advise is 'exhort'. 'Coerce' means to persuade someone forcefully to do something, 'dissuade' means to persuade someone not to take a particular course of action, and 'enticed' means to attract or tempt by offering pleasure or advantage.

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18. What term is used to describe holding a certain office?

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The term 'ex officio' is used to describe someone who holds a certain position by virtue of their office. The other options do not specifically refer to holding an office in this context.

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19. What is another word for to violate or trespass?

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The words 'transgress', 'encroach', and 'comply' are not synonyms of 'violate' or 'trespass'. 'Infringe' is the correct answer as it means to violate or trespass upon something.

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20. What is the term for making oneself agreeable to gain favorable acceptance from others?

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To ingratiate oneself is to seek favor or approval by doing or saying things that will please others. The other incorrect answer choices do not capture the essence of seeking favorable acceptance in this context.

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What is the term for belonging to someone or something by its very...
Intruder, one who moves to where they are not wanted.
What is the term for making a violent attack in words?
What is the term for weariness of body or mind, lack of energy?
What term is used to describe a period of one thousand years or a...
Mysterious, magical, supernatural.
What is the word that means to spread through, penetrate, and soak...
What is the term that means to cause or bring about suddenly, to hurl...
Choose the word that is synonymous with strict, severe, and rigorous.
What word means to think or believe without supporting evidence, to...
What is another word for 'to improve, make better'?
Which word is a synonym for poise, assurance, and self-confidence?
What is the term for being pompous or overblown in language?
Immature, inexperienced.
What is the term for foolish, nonsense, aimless talking?
What is another word for summary, condensed account, or model?
What is the term for strongly urge or advise?
What term is used to describe holding a certain office?
What is another word for to violate or trespass?
What is the term for making oneself agreeable to gain favorable...
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