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What does the term 'incongruous' mean in the context provided?
What does the term 'incongruous' mean in the context provided?
- Contradictory (correct)
- Expected or normal
- Pleasant and appealing
- Ambiguous and unclear
Which creature is described in the example as being in a surprising location?
Which creature is described in the example as being in a surprising location?
- Tiger
- Camel
- Penguin (correct)
- Seal
What can be inferred about the penguin's presence in the desert?
What can be inferred about the penguin's presence in the desert?
- It highlights the penguin's adaptability.
- It emphasizes the absurdity of the situation. (correct)
- It creates a sense of normalcy.
- It is typical behavior for penguins.
What does the word 'surreal' imply in the context of the sentence?
What does the word 'surreal' imply in the context of the sentence?
How does the phrase 'defying all logical expectations' contribute to the meaning of the sentence?
How does the phrase 'defying all logical expectations' contribute to the meaning of the sentence?
What does the term 'demur' signify in the given context?
What does the term 'demur' signify in the given context?
In what situation did the individual decide to demur?
In what situation did the individual decide to demur?
Which of the following best describes the initial attitude of the individual towards the project?
Which of the following best describes the initial attitude of the individual towards the project?
What might be a common reason for someone to demur from a project?
What might be a common reason for someone to demur from a project?
What does the context suggest about the outcome of the individual's decision to demur?
What does the context suggest about the outcome of the individual's decision to demur?
What does the term 'shortsightedness' primarily refer to?
What does the term 'shortsightedness' primarily refer to?
How can a company's shortsightedness impact its market position?
How can a company's shortsightedness impact its market position?
What might be a consequence of shortsightedness in a business context?
What might be a consequence of shortsightedness in a business context?
In what area is shortsightedness most detrimental for a company?
In what area is shortsightedness most detrimental for a company?
Which of the following options best exemplifies company shortsightedness?
Which of the following options best exemplifies company shortsightedness?
What does virulence refer to in the context of diseases?
What does virulence refer to in the context of diseases?
Which of the following best describes the term 'volatile'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'volatile'?
In religious contexts, what does the term 'clergy' refer to?
In religious contexts, what does the term 'clergy' refer to?
How does virulence impact the mortality rate of a virus?
How does virulence impact the mortality rate of a virus?
Which of the following statements about volatile substances is true?
Which of the following statements about volatile substances is true?
What does the phrase 'in defiance of various claims' imply about the project's outcome?
What does the phrase 'in defiance of various claims' imply about the project's outcome?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the team's actions and the claims made?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the team's actions and the claims made?
What does 'ahead of schedule' suggest about the team's performance?
What does 'ahead of schedule' suggest about the team's performance?
What can be inferred about the nature of the claims made against the project?
What can be inferred about the nature of the claims made against the project?
In this context, what does 'contrary to numerous assertions' indicate about the perceptions surrounding the project?
In this context, what does 'contrary to numerous assertions' indicate about the perceptions surrounding the project?
Study Notes
Incongruous
- Refers to something contradictory or unexpected.
- Example: Seeing a penguin in the desert is incongruous because penguins are typically found in cold, icy environments.
Demur
- Means to disagree or refuse, often politely.
- Example: Someone might demur to a request for help if they are too busy.
Shortsightedness
- Indicates a lack of foresight or imagination.
- A company's shortsightedness can lead to its downfall if they fail to adapt to new technologies or trends.
Virulence
- Describes the severity or harmfulness of a disease or poison.
- The virulence of a virus can determine how many birds will die during an outbreak.
Volatile
- Means to escape or flee.
- Volatile substances are often explosive or evaporate easily, making them dangerous to handle.
Clergy
- Refers to the formal leaders within established religions.
- Clergy members typically play a significant role in religious practices and spiritual guidance.
Contrary to numerous assertions
- This phrase indicates that something happened despite many people saying it wouldn't.
- A team that completes a project ahead of schedule, contrary to numerous assertions, means they achieved success even though many people doubted their ability to do so.
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Test your understanding of advanced vocabulary with this quiz. Each term is provided with its definition and an example to illustrate its use in context. Challenge yourself to grasp the nuances of these sophisticated words!
