Vocabulary Quiz on Various Terms
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What is the definition of 'mortuary'?

  • A place for preparing the dead (correct)
  • A facility for treating the sick
  • A room for celebrating life
  • A location for public gatherings

What does the term 'moribund' indicate?

  • Full of life and energy
  • Vibrant and thriving
  • Temporary rest or pause
  • Dying out or approaching death (correct)

Which of the following best defines 'morbid'?

  • Focusing on joy and happiness
  • Dealing with warmth and comfort
  • Concerned with death (correct)
  • Relating to dreams and fantasies

What does 'mortify' mean?

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What does 'benevolent' mean?

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What does the term 'bibliophile' refer to?

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What is the primary characteristic associated with a 'pedophile'?

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What does the term 'omnivore' refer to?

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Which term could suggest a mental condition related to attraction?

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Which term describes someone who loves technology?

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Which of the following terms is incorrectly associated with a positive interest?

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What is the meaning of 'philanthropist'?

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What type of person might a 'bibliophile' be considered?

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What does 'omniscient' mean?

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Which of the following describes a person who loves France?

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Morbid

Dealing with death or death-related topics.

Mortician

A person who prepares bodies for burial.

Morgue

A place where dead bodies are stored temporarily.

Mortal

Subject to death; capable of dying.

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Immortal

Not subject to death; incapable of dying.

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Omnivore

An animal that eats both plants and animals.

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Carnivore

An animal that eats only meat.

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Herbivore

An animal that eats only plants.

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Omniscient

All-knowing.

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Hydrophilic

Having a strong attraction to water.

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Smophile

Possible made-up word; likely related to attraction or interest.

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Bibliophile

Someone who loves books.

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Pedophile

Someone attracted to and abusing children.

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Attraction to children

A person's interest in children, sometimes harmful.

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Interest in books

A deep appreciation and love for books.

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