Saddler Book E List 5B - Caitlin Kanter | Library

Instructions

Using your knowledge of Vocabulary answer the following questions. 
You may use Vocab.com to help you. 

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What does 'assent' mean?

Lack of interest

Disagree with something

Agreement with or approval of something

Creating an argument

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Choose the correct sentence that uses the word 'assent' correctly.

John ate his assent for lunch.

John gave his assent to the plan.

My favourite colour is assent.

I walked my dog to assent.

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What's the opposite of 'assent'?

Accent

Consent

Dissent

Vent

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Which of these words is a synonym for 'assent'?

Distract

Agree

Argue

Deny

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Which of the following is a synonym for chivalrous?

Tyrannical

Rude

Gallant

Selfish

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What is the opposite of the word chivalrous?

Courteous

Ungentlemanly

Polite

Respectful

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In which of these situations would someone be least likely to demonstrate chivalry?

Helping an old lady cross the street

Holding the door for someone

Respecting someone's privacy

Bullying a classmate

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What does chivalrous mean?

Being courteous, especially to women

Being dishonest

Being egotistical

Being careless

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Which of the following is a synonym for 'clemency'?

Cruelty

Mercy

Severity

Harshness

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Which term refers to the leniency or compassion shown towards offenders?

Prosecution

Imposition

Condemnation

Clemency

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What is the opposite of 'clemency'?

Harshness

Gentleness

Kindness

Tolerance

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The judge showed 'clemency' by giving a lighter sentence. What does 'clemency' mean in this context?

Judgement

Forgiveness

Severity

Punishment

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Which of the following descriptions best aligns with 'diffident'?

Loud and assertive

Disrespectful

Indifferent

Lacking self-confidence

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Identify the synonyms of 'diffident'.

Apathetic, uninterested

Rude, disrespectful

Shy, timid

Bold, daring

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'Diffident' in a sentence would look like what?

'He gave a diffident reply.'

'He gave a diffident chocolate.'

'His diffident was very high.'

'The diffident ran down the street.'

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Which of these situations indicates someone being 'diffident'?

A person arguing in class

A person speaking loudly in public

A person finishing an exercise first

A person quietly working alone

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Which of the following situations would mostly likely make a 'diffident' person uncomfortable?

Drawing a picture.

Giving a public speech.

Eating lunch.

Reading a book.

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If someone is 'diffident', what emotion are they likely displaying?

Anger

Nervousness

Joy

Surprise

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Which trait is opposite to being 'diffident'?

Ambitious

Afraid

Adventurous

Confident

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Which definition of 'discrepancy' is accurate?

An artistic work in a style that imitates that of another artist

A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts

A prolonged disagreement

A large meeting or conference

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The 'discrepancy' in their testimonies lead to confusion. Here, 'discrepancy' most likely refers to-

Honesty

Agreements

Contradictions

Declarations

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What's a synonym for 'discrepancy'?

Congruence

Accordance

Harmony

Inconsistency

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Choose the sentence where 'discrepancy' is used correctly.

There's a large discrepancy between her words and actions.

He draws the curtain with discrepancy.

She sang with great discrepancy.

The discrepancy of the meeting was good.

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What is the meaning of the word 'discrepancy'?

A type of agreement

A deep understanding

A fast speed

An inconsistency or difference

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Choose the synonym for 'discrepancy'.

Similarity

Belief

Honesty

Difference

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If there was a discrepancy in the report, it means that the report was _____.

Inconsistent

Clear

Interesting

Important

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Which sentence uses 'discrepancy' perfectly?

This discrepancy is so delicious.

There was a discrepancy between his words and actions.

I have a discrepancy to go for a walk.

His discrepancy is tomorrow.

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Which of these words has similar meaning to 'indomitable'?

Inaudible

Indifferent

Unconquerable

Invincible

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What does the word 'indomitable' mean?

Predictable

Unthinkable

Unstoppable

Resentful

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'Indomitable' in literature is often used to describe:

A plot twist

A heroic character

A romantic scene

A tragic ending

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In a sentence, 'indomitable' is generally used as a/an:

Adjective

Adverb

Verb

Noun

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What does 'Indomitable' imply when describing a person's character?

Easy-going persona

Lacking resolution

Strong determination that cannot be defeated

Highly flexible mentality

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Which of these sentences uses the word 'Plod' correctly?

The plod was delicious.

She has a plod personality.

Despite the weary hours, the soldier continued to plod onward.

I will plod you in a game of chess.

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In terms of pace, how would you interpret 'plod'?

Smooth and flowing

Erratic and unpredictable

Slow and heavy

Fast and light

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What is the close synonym of 'plod'?

Bear

Trudge

Charge

Whiz

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If someone is 'plodding' through a book, it means they are?

Reading it slowly or with difficulty

Skipping through the pages.

Not interested in reading it.

Reading it very quickly.

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Which of the following best defines 'plod'?

To weave or spin

To move or walk heavily or laboriously

To speak quickly

To divide into parts

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In which of these scenarios would you most likely 'plod'?

Running a fast break in a basketball game

Walking home tired after a long day of work

Debating vigorously in a speech competition

Painting a detailed art piece

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What is a synonym for 'plod'?

Bellow

Guffaw

Torment

Trudge

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What is the meaning of the word 'remiss'?

To miss again

Remaining silent

Reminiscing past events

Negligent in one's duty

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Choose the antonym for 'remiss'

Dismiss

Relentless

Diligent

Remorse

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If a person is 'remiss' in their duties, they are likely:

Being overzealous

Being detail oriented

Procrastinating

Neglecting responsibilities

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Select the correct usage of 'remiss':

I took a remiss yesterday

I would be remiss if I didn't mention...

I am feeling remiss

I will remiss my duties

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Choose the synonym for 'remiss':

Neglectful

Dutiful

Joyful

Courteous

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Which word is an antonym for 'remiss'?

Punctual

Sluggish

Forgetful

Obscure

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In the context of responsibility, someone who is 'remiss' is...

Being diligent

Being alert

Being careful

Being negligent

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Complete the sentence: 'Forgetting to water the plants, John was quite ___':

Consistent

Remiss

Resilient

Evasive

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In literature, if a character is called 'virulent', they are likely being described as:

Extremely confused

Extremely curious

Extremely malignant or malicious

Extremely polite and pleasant

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Which word is not a synonym for 'virulent'?

Malicious

Deadly

Beneficial

Harmful

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Which is a synonym for the word 'virulent'?

Nurturing

Healthy

Toxic

Friendly

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What does the term 'virulent' mean?

Harmless

Beneficial

Extremely severe or harmful

Peaceful

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A person is unlikely to be described as having 'temerity' if they are:

Impudent

Daring

Insecure

Brave

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What sort of feeling does 'temerity' express?

Boldness

Peacefulness

Shyness

Fear

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How might one use 'temerity' in a sentence?

She spoke with a quiet temerity.

Her temerity made her a great listener.

She had the temerity to question the teacher's authority.

Her temerity was put to rest.

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What is the best synonym for 'temerity'?

Tranquility

Audacity

Timidity

Turpitude