Political Science Vocabulary Quiz

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What is the meaning of 'vivid'?

  • Making one feel very happy or thrilled
  • Relating to the sense of smell
  • Something that provides momentum
  • Clear and strongly perceptible (correct)

Which word best describes 'voyeuristic'?

  • Related to the sense of touch
  • Gaining pleasure from observing others without their knowledge (correct)
  • Trick or device intended to attract attention
  • Causing someone to become alienated or distant

What term means 'the whole works of an artist, writer, composer, or creator'?

  • Oeuvre (correct)
  • Olfactory
  • Conspicuous
  • Estrange

'Exhilarating' is best defined as?

<p>Making one feel very happy, animated, or elated (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term represents 'the capacity to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties'?

<p>Resilience (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Meticulously' is best described as?

<p>In a way that shows great attention to detail; very thoroughly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'ostensibly' as used in the text?

<p>Apparently (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word best describes something that is 'inherently' a certain way?

<p>Essential (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for something to be 'pernicious'?

<p>Destructive (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which example illustrates a pernicious effect?

<p>Consistent smoking leading to lung cancer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is trust considered inherently important in relationships?

<p>To build mutual understanding and respect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ostentation' mean?

<p>Displaying wealth, knowledge, or status in a showy manner (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to 'a small group of people having control of a country or organization'?

<p>Oligarchy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'eschewing'?

<p>Deliberately avoiding or abstaining from something (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you define 'vitrines'?

<p>Glass display cases for showcasing objects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'marred' mean?

<p>Impairing or damaging the appearance or quality of something (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define 'norms' as mentioned in the text.

<p>Established standards of behavior considered typical within a society or group (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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