Wordly Wise Book 4 Lesson 13 Vocabulary Quiz

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1. What is the definition of 'appall' (v.)?

To amuse

To bore

To cause horror, shock, or dismay.

To delight

The correct definition of 'appall' is to cause horror, shock, or dismay. The incorrect options do not accurately describe the meaning of the word.

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The correct definition of 'appall' is to cause horror, shock, or dismay. The incorrect options do not accurately describe the meaning of the word.

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2. What is the definition of the word 'appalling'?

Creating a sense of calm and relaxation.

Feeling delighted and joyful.

Eliciting humor and amusement.

Causing shock and horror.

The word 'appalling' is an adjective that means causing shock and horror, not feelings of delight, calm, or amusement.

Explanation

The word 'appalling' is an adjective that means causing shock and horror, not feelings of delight, calm, or amusement.

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3. Dejected (adj.)

Content; satisfied.

Discouraged; low in spirits.

Excited; enthusiastic.

Confused; disoriented.

The correct definition of 'dejected' is feeling discouraged or low in spirits, the opposite of excited or enthusiastic. 'Confused' and 'disoriented' refer to a different state of mind, and 'content' and 'satisfied' indicate a positive emotional state, which is not aligned with feeling dejected.

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4. What is the synonym for the adjective 'dependable'?

Inconsistent

Unpredictable

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Reliable.

The word 'dependable' describes something or someone that can be relied on, which makes 'reliable' the correct synonym.

Explanation

The word 'dependable' describes something or someone that can be relied on, which makes 'reliable' the correct synonym.

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5. Dreary (adj.)

Bright and cheerful

Exciting and lively

Sad and gloomy.

Energetic and vibrant

The correct answer for the word 'dreary' is 'Sad and gloomy' as it refers to something that is dull, bleak, and lacking in brightness or cheerfulness.

Explanation

The correct answer for the word 'dreary' is 'Sad and gloomy' as it refers to something that is dull, bleak, and lacking in brightness or cheerfulness.

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6. Fanatical (adj.)

Occasional or intermittent in nature.

Carrying an interest or enthusiasm to extremes.

Lacking interest or enthusiasm.

Moderate and balanced in opinion or behavior.

The correct definition of 'fanatical' describes someone who takes their passion or enthusiasm to the extreme, rather than being moderate, disinterested, or sporadic.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'fanatical' describes someone who takes their passion or enthusiasm to the extreme, rather than being moderate, disinterested, or sporadic.

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7. Impact (n.)

4. A type of dance.

5. A type of dessert.

1. The striking of one object by another.2. Forceful impression.

3. A financial investment.

The word 'impact' as a noun refers to the striking of one object by another or a forceful impression, not a financial investment, type of dance, or type of dessert.

Explanation

The word 'impact' as a noun refers to the striking of one object by another or a forceful impression, not a financial investment, type of dance, or type of dessert.

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8. Invade (v.)

3. To collaborate and work together towards a common goal.

2. To withdraw and retreat from a situation.

1. To enter by force in order to take over.2. To intrude; to enter in great numbers.

1. To peacefully negotiate a settlement.

The correct definition of 'invade' involves forcefully entering a territory or intruding in large numbers, not negotiating peacefully, withdrawing, or collaborating.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'invade' involves forcefully entering a territory or intruding in large numbers, not negotiating peacefully, withdrawing, or collaborating.

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9. Invasion (n.).

The act of invading.

The act of retreating.

The act of defending.

The act of negotiating.

An invasion refers to the act of forcefully entering a territory with hostile intent, rather than retreating, defending, or negotiating.

Explanation

An invasion refers to the act of forcefully entering a territory with hostile intent, rather than retreating, defending, or negotiating.

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10. Isolate (v.)

To involve others in a situation.

To bring closer to others.

To cut off from others.

To work together with others.

The correct answer 'To cut off from others' accurately defines the meaning of isolate as separating or disconnecting someone or something from others.

Explanation

The correct answer 'To cut off from others' accurately defines the meaning of isolate as separating or disconnecting someone or something from others.

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11. Isolated(adj.)

Cut off from others.

Engaged with a community.

Feeling connected.

Surrounded by others.

The term 'isolated' refers to being separated or cut off from others, not surrounded by them or feeling connected or engaged with a community.

Explanation

The term 'isolated' refers to being separated or cut off from others, not surrounded by them or feeling connected or engaged with a community.

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12. What is the definition of isolation (n.)?

The feeling of belonging to a group.

The condition of being isolated.

The act of socializing with others.

A way to promote camaraderie among individuals.

Isolation (n.) refers to the state of being alone or separated from others, not the act of socializing or promoting camaraderie.

Explanation

Isolation (n.) refers to the state of being alone or separated from others, not the act of socializing or promoting camaraderie.

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13. Occupy (v.)

5. To ignore; to disregard.

3. To leave vacant; to abandon.

4. To peacefully negotiate; to compromise.

1. To live in; to take up.2. To take over by force.

The word 'occupy' in this context refers to taking up or residing in a place, either by choice or by force.

Explanation

The word 'occupy' in this context refers to taking up or residing in a place, either by choice or by force.

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14. Occupation (n.)

2. A military operation or campaign.

1. A physical structure or building.

1. A person’s job or profession.2. A filling up of time or space.

3. A state of being preoccupied with thoughts or activities.

The word 'occupation' refers to a person's job or profession, as well as the act of filling up time or space, not a physical structure or building, military operation, or a state of preoccupation.

Explanation

The word 'occupation' refers to a person's job or profession, as well as the act of filling up time or space, not a physical structure or building, military operation, or a state of preoccupation.

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15. Reveal (v.)

3. To hide from view.

1. To make known.2. To bring into view; to show.

4. To keep a secret.

5. To cover up the truth.

The correct definition of 'reveal' is to make something known or bring it into view, not to hide, keep a secret, or cover up the truth.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'reveal' is to make something known or bring it into view, not to hide, keep a secret, or cover up the truth.

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16. Rout (n.)

A planned military strategy to outmaneuver the enemy.

A type of road or path for vehicles.

A disorganized retreat from an attack; a total defeat.

A method for establishing a communication network.

The correct answer defines 'rout' as a specific term related to military retreat and defeat, which is different from the other provided options.

Explanation

The correct answer defines 'rout' as a specific term related to military retreat and defeat, which is different from the other provided options.

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17. Suspect (v.)

1. To think of as probably guilty.2. To suppose that something is true.

1. To be certain of someone's innocence.

3. To ignore all evidence against someone.

2. To disregard any suspicions.

To suspect someone means to have doubts regarding their innocence or to consider them as potentially guilty based on evidence or intuition.

Explanation

To suspect someone means to have doubts regarding their innocence or to consider them as potentially guilty based on evidence or intuition.

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18. Suspect (n.)

The victim of a crime.

A person believed to be guilty.

An innocent bystander.

A witness to a crime.

A suspect is someone believed to have committed a crime, not an innocent bystander, a witness, or the victim.

Explanation

A suspect is someone believed to have committed a crime, not an innocent bystander, a witness, or the victim.

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19. Temporary (adj.)

Permanent or long-lasting.

Lasting or made to last for a short time.

Stable or consistent.

Intermittent or irregular.

The correct answer defines 'temporary' as something that is not permanent and only lasts for a short period of time. The incorrect answers provide alternative definitions that do not accurately describe the meaning of 'temporary.'

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20. Terror (n.)

Great fear.

Confidence

Happiness

Excitement

Terror is often associated with a feeling of great fear, not excitement, happiness, or confidence.

Explanation

Terror is often associated with a feeling of great fear, not excitement, happiness, or confidence.

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21. Terrorize (v.)

To encourage and support someone.

To fill with terror or great fear.

To entertain and amuse someone.

To pacify and calm someone.

The correct definition of 'terrorize' is to instill terror or great fear in someone, not to pacify, encourage, or entertain.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'terrorize' is to instill terror or great fear in someone, not to pacify, encourage, or entertain.

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22. What is the definition of 'trragic' (adj.)?

Confusing and unclear

Causing great sadness; terrible or dreadful.

Peaceful and serene

Exciting and joyful

The correct definition of 'trragic' is synonymous with causing great sadness, terrible, or dreadful. It is not to be confused with the incorrect definitions provided in the other options.

Explanation

The correct definition of 'trragic' is synonymous with causing great sadness, terrible, or dreadful. It is not to be confused with the incorrect definitions provided in the other options.

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23. Tragedy (n.)

1. A comedy filled with humorous situations and happy endings.

1. An event that causes great pain, suffering, or loss of life2. A play that ends sadly as the hero... 1. An event that causes great pain, suffering, or loss of life2. A play that ends sadly as the hero or heroine loses at the end of a great struggle.

2. An occurrence that results in laughter and joy.

3. A drama that concludes with all characters achieving their goals and living happily ever after.

A tragedy is characterized by events that result in great pain, suffering, or loss, typically ending in a sad outcome for the protagonist. It is the opposite of a comedy, which typically ends with happy resolutions and humorous situations.

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