Lesson 1 Vocabulary Quiz

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Which word describes something that happens with pauses or breaks in between?

  • Obligatory
  • Intermittent (correct)
  • Flamboyant
  • Insuperable

In which scenario would it be most appropriate to extol someone?

  • When publicly recognizing an employee for outstanding achievements. (correct)
  • When consoling a friend who has failed an exam.
  • When privately criticizing a colleague's poor presentation skills.
  • When addressing a team member who consistently misses deadlines.

Which of the following actions is the best example of trying to wheedle someone?

  • Clearly stating your expectations in a professional setting.
  • Making a heartfelt apology for a mistake.
  • Using flattery to convince a friend to lend you money. (correct)
  • Presenting a logical argument with supporting evidence.

Which situation exemplifies something that could be described as an impetus?

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Which profession would most likely require someone to plumb the depths of complex issues?

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What does 'bewail' mean?

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What does 'destitute' mean?

<p>Without resources or possessions, especially the necessities of life (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'emancipate' mean?

<p>To set free from slavery; to liberate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define 'extol'.

<p>To praise highly</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Flamboyant' means modest and understated.

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Which of the following defines 'impetus'?

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'Insuperable' means capable of being overcome or defeated.

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What does 'intermittent' mean?

<p>Not continuous; happening at intervals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines 'maxim'?

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What does 'obligatory' mean?

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What is a 'vagabond'?

<p>A person who wanders from place to place</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'visage'?

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Meaning of the word 'wheedle'.

<p>To coax by using sly persuasion or insincere praise</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

bewail

To express deep regret or sorrow over.

destitute

Without resources or possessions, especially the necessities of life.

extol

To praise highly.

impetus

A driving force; anything that causes an action.

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vagabond

A person who wanders from place to place.

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detract

To take away from the value, beauty, or importance of something.

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emancipate

To set free from slavery or liberate someone.

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flamboyant

Excessively showy or unrestrained in style.

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insuperable

Incapable of being overcome or defeated.

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intermittent

Not continuous; happening at intervals.

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maxim

A general truth or rule of conduct; a short saying.

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obligatory

Required or demanded; something that is a must.

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plumb

To measure the depth of water; to examine closely.

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visage

A face, especially one that expresses emotions or feelings.

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wheedle

To coax or persuade someone using sly persuasion or insincere praise.

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detract

To take away from value, beauty, or importance.

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emancipate

To liberate from any form of bondage or oppression.

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flamboyant

Excessively showy; characterized by a grand style.

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intermittent

Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous.

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insuperable

Impossible to overcome or pass beyond; unbeatable.

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obligatory

Required as a matter of duty; mandatory.

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Study Notes

Lesson 1 Vocabulary

  • bewail: To express deep regret or sorrow over.
  • destitute: Without resources or possessions, especially necessities of life; lacking.
  • detract: To take away value, beauty, or importance.
  • emancipate: To set free from slavery; to liberate.
  • extol: To praise highly.
  • flamboyant: Excessively showy; unrestrained.
  • impetus: A driving force; increased activity resulting from a driving force.
  • insuperable: Incapable of being overcome or defeated.
  • intermittent: Not continuous; happening at intervals.
  • maxim: A general truth or rule of conduct (short saying).
  • obligatory: Required or demanded.
  • plumb: To measure depth of water/reach deepest part/understand by close examination; straight up and down/vertical.
  • vagabond: A person who wanders from place to place.
  • visage: A face, especially one expressing feelings.
  • wheedle: To coax by sly persuasion/insincere praise; to gain by sly persuasion/insincere praise.

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