Language Arts Vocabulary Expansion Quiz

1. What is the definition of 'balmy'?

Bland and tasteless.

Dry and harsh.

Soothing, refreshing mild.

Aggressive and overpowering.

The correct definition of 'balmy' is soothing, refreshing mild. It is used to describe mild and pleasant weather or a calm and relaxing atmosphere.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'balmy' is soothing, refreshing mild. It is used to describe mild and pleasant weather or a calm and relaxing atmosphere.

2. What is a citadel?

A fortress or stronghold.

A type of fruit.

A tool used for gardening.

A type of dance move.

A citadel is specifically known as a fortress or stronghold used for protecting a city or town.

Explanation

A citadel is specifically known as a fortress or stronghold used for protecting a city or town.

3. What does 'clad' mean?

Dressed, wearing.

Eating, consuming.

Jumping, leaping.

Running, sprinting.

The word 'clad' specifically refers to being dressed or wearing something, as opposed to the other actions mentioned in the incorrect answers.

Explanation

The word 'clad' specifically refers to being dressed or wearing something, as opposed to the other actions mentioned in the incorrect answers.

4. What is a fallacy?

An opinion supported by evidence.

A misleading, or false belief.

A proven fact.

A logical conclusion based on evidence.

A fallacy is a mistaken belief based on unsound reasoning or an incorrect argument that appears to be correct.

Explanation

A fallacy is a mistaken belief based on unsound reasoning or an incorrect argument that appears to be correct.

5. What is the definition of 'gingerly'?

Cautiously or carefully.

Slowly and lazily

Quickly and confidently

Hastily and recklessly

The correct answer 'cautiously or carefully' accurately describes the meaning of the word 'gingerly'. The incorrect answers provide contrasting adverbs that do not align with the definition of 'gingerly'.

Explanation

The correct answer 'cautiously or carefully' accurately describes the meaning of the word 'gingerly'. The incorrect answers provide contrasting adverbs that do not align with the definition of 'gingerly'.

6. What does grope mean?

To travel at high speeds on a motorcycle.

To yell loudly in a public place.

To search blindly; to feel with your hands.

To calculate mathematical equations in your head.

The correct answer 'to search blindly; to feel with your hands' is the definition of the word 'grope'. The other options provided do not accurately describe the meaning of the word.

Explanation

The correct answer 'to search blindly; to feel with your hands' is the definition of the word 'grope'. The other options provided do not accurately describe the meaning of the word.

7. What does it mean to intervene?

To comply; to follow orders.

To retreat; to move away.

To come between; to step in.

To ignore; to not get involved.

The correct answer 'To come between; to step in' accurately defines the concept of intervening, by describing the act of getting involved in a situation to make a difference.

Explanation

The correct answer 'To come between; to step in' accurately defines the concept of intervening, by describing the act of getting involved in a situation to make a difference.

8. What is a mercenary?

A monk living in seclusion at a monastery.

A professional soldier hired into a foreign army.

A chef specializing in Italian cuisine.

A pirate roaming the seas for treasure.

A mercenary is specifically defined as a professional soldier who is hired to serve in a foreign military. While the other options involve professions or lifestyles, they do not accurately describe what a mercenary is.

Explanation

A mercenary is specifically defined as a professional soldier who is hired to serve in a foreign military. While the other options involve professions or lifestyles, they do not accurately describe what a mercenary is.

9. What is the meaning of the word 'plunder'?

To give; to donate.

To clean; to organize.

To rob; to pillage.

To teach; to instruct.

Plunder means to forcefully take property or valuables, usually in a violent manner, without permission.

Explanation

Plunder means to forcefully take property or valuables, usually in a violent manner, without permission.

10. What term is used to describe the total income generated by a business?

Debt

Income; earnings.

Profit

Expense

Revenue is the total income generated by a business, while profit is the amount of money left over after expenses are subtracted. Expenses refer to the costs incurred in the process of running a business. Debt is the amount of money owed by a business.

Explanation

Revenue is the total income generated by a business, while profit is the amount of money left over after expenses are subtracted. Expenses refer to the costs incurred in the process of running a business. Debt is the amount of money owed by a business.

11. What does 'rue' mean?

To feel anger

To feel happiness

To feel excitement

To feel sorrow or regret.

The correct answer 'To feel sorrow or regret' refers to the feeling of sadness or remorse about a past action or circumstance.

Explanation

The correct answer 'To feel sorrow or regret' refers to the feeling of sadness or remorse about a past action or circumstance.

12. What does the term 'staple' refer to?

A staple food is a food that forms the basis of a traditional diet.

A type of fastening device used with a stapler.

An important item or raw material.

A small metal clip used for holding papers together.

The correct definition of 'staple' in this context refers to an important item or raw material that is essential or customary in a particular setting or cuisine.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'staple' in this context refers to an important item or raw material that is essential or customary in a particular setting or cuisine.

13. What is the meaning of the term 'turbulent'?

Stirred up, disturbed or chaotic.

Peaceful

Tranquil

Calm

Turbulent is the opposite of calm, peaceful, and tranquil. It refers to something being stirred up, disturbed, or chaotic.

Explanation

Turbulent is the opposite of calm, peaceful, and tranquil. It refers to something being stirred up, disturbed, or chaotic.

14. What is a tycoon?

A type of large reptile.

A popular children's toy brand.

A wealthy and powerful businessperson.

A fictional character in a fantasy novel.

A tycoon is commonly referred to as a wealthy and powerful businessperson, usually involved in industries such as oil, railroads, or technology.

Explanation

A tycoon is commonly referred to as a wealthy and powerful businessperson, usually involved in industries such as oil, railroads, or technology.

15. What does the word 'vilify' mean?

To apologize sincerely

To praise highly

To promote goodwill

To speak evil or; slander.

Vilify means to speak evil or slander someone, so the correct answer is to speak evil or slander.

Explanation

Vilify means to speak evil or slander someone, so the correct answer is to speak evil or slander.