Seseske E Units 1-3 Test

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1.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. a hint, indirect suggestion, or reference
- A.
  
  Aplomb
- B.
  
  Innuendo
- C.
  
  Sangfroid
- D.
  
  Inadvertent
2.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. existing in name only, not real; too small to be considered or taken seriously.
- A.
  
  Meritorious
- B.
  
  Stringent
- C.
  
  Callow
- D.
  
  Nominal
3.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to make oneself agreeable and thus gain favor or acceptance
- A.
  
  Ingratiate
- B.
  
  Intercede
- C.
  
  Jaded
- D.
  
  Tenuous
4.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. the modification of the social patterns, traits, or structures of one group or society by contact with those of another
- A.
  
  Drivel
- B.
  
  Provincial
- C.
  
  Acculturation
- D.
  
  Lassitude
5.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to make easier or milder, relieve; to quiet, calm; to put an end to, appease, satisfy, quench
- A.
  
  Infringe
- B.
  
  Inveigh
- C.
  
  Expedite
- D.
  
  Assuage
6.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. a summary, condensed account; an instance that represents a larger reality
- A.
  
  Epitome
- B.
  
  Lassitude
- C.
  
  Ferment
- D.
  
  Umbrage
7.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to make a pretense of, imitate; to show the outer signs of
- A.
  
  Simulate
- B.
  
  Expostulate
- C.
  
  Ameliorate
- D.
  
  Exhort
8.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. pompous or overblown in language; full of high-sounding words intended to conceal a lack of ideas
- A.
  
  Petulant
- B.
  
  Lurid
- C.
  
  Bombastic
- D.
  
  Hackneyed
9.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to assign or refer to (as a cause or source), attribute
- A.
  
  Occult
- B.
  
  Enjoin
- C.
  
  Transcend
- D.
  
  Ascribe
10.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. decline decay, deterioration; a condition or period of decline or decay; excessive self-indulgence
- A.
  
  Decadence
- B.
  
  Approbation
- C.
  
  Interloper
- D.
  
  Proclivity
11.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to use coaxing or flattery to gain some desired end
- A.
  
  Expostulate
- B.
  
  Exhort
- C.
  
  Wheedle
- D.
  
  Expiate
12.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. used so often as to lack freshness and originality
- A.
  
  Lurid
- B.
  
  Hackneyed
- C.
  
  Intrinsic
- D.
  
  Aplomb
13.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to violate, trespass, go beyond recognized bounds
- A.
  
  Permeate
- B.
  
  Infringe
- C.
  
  Assuage
- D.
  
  Commiserate
14.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. excessively smooth or smug; trying too hard to give an impression or earnestness, sincerity, or piety; fatty, oily, pliable
- A.
  
  Elicit
- B.
  
  Unctuous
- C.
  
  Stringent
- D.
  
  Seditious
15.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. composure or coolness, especially in trying circumstances
- A.
  
  Adventitious
- B.
  
  Sangfroid
- C.
  
  Lassitude
- D.
  
  Decadence
16.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. a gap, opening, break (in the sense of having an element missing)
- A.
  
  Hiatus
- B.
  
  Coalition
- C.
  
  Drivel
- D.
  
  Proclivity
17.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. without experience; immature, not fully developed; lacking sophistication and poise; without feathers
- A.
  
  Umbrage
- B.
  
  Petulant
- C.
  
  Callow
- D.
  
  Tenuous
18.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to rise above or beyond, exceed
- A.
  
  Transcend
- B.
  
  Simulate
- C.
  
  Peculate
- D.
  
  Abominate
19.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. to direct or order; to prescribe a course of action in an authoritative way; to prohibit
- A.
  
  Enjoin
- B.
  
  Intercede
- C.
  
  Precipitate
- D.
  
  Occult
20.

Choose the word that BEST fits the definition below. wearied, worn-out, dulled (in the sense of being satiated by excessive indulgence)
- A.
  
  Bombastic
- B.
  
  Adventitious
- C.
  
  Unctuous
- D.
  
  Jaded
21.

Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence below. After much debate, the Political Club finally granted ________________________ for Leah to be President.
- A.
  
  Innuendo
- B.
  
  Lassitude
- C.
  
  Approbation
- D.
  
  Acculturation
22.

Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence below. The Civil War is considered one of the most ______________ wars in American history, as it was the bloodiest and most gruesome.
- A.
  
  Abominate
- B.
  
  Lurid
- C.
  
  Callow
- D.
  
  Petulant
23.

Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence below. The various community organizations formed a ___________________ to lobby against parking laws.
- A.
  
  Sangfroid
- B.
  
  Hiatus
- C.
  
  Coalition
- D.
  
  Epitome
24.

Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence below. Though hurt by his ____________ language, I had to admit some of his points were valid.
- A.
  
  Intrinsic
- B.
  
  Vitriolic
- C.
  
  Unctuous
- D.
  
  Meritorious
25.

Choose the word that BEST completes the sentence below. David _______ his little sister to not drive so quickly because it's dangerous and she could get a speeding ticket.
- A.
  
  Exhorts
- B.
  
  Elicits
- C.
  
  Ascribes
- D.
  
  Intercedes