Vocabulary Quiz: Profound, Ratchet, Pantomime Definitions

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What is the definition of 'profound' as used in the text?

Expressing meaning through gestures

Very great or intense (correct)

A device with angled teeth allowing motion in one direction

A theatrical entertainment mainly for children

Which of the following best describes a 'ratchet' based on the text?

Unnecessary because it is more than is needed

A theatrical entertainment mainly for children

Expressing meaning through gestures

A device with angled teeth allowing motion in one direction (correct)

In the context of the text, what does 'pantomime' refer to?

A situation perceived to be changing

A situation or process changing in irreversible steps

Expressing meaning through gestures accompanied by music (correct)

A device consisting of a bar with angled teeth

What is the meaning of 'redundant' based on the text?

Unnecessary because it is more than is needed (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the last battle between good and evil before the Day of Judgement?

Armageddon (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'teeter' mean in the given context?

Walk unsteadily (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which word means 'strong hostility' according to the text?

Animosity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'indoctrination' involve according to the text?

Teaching uncritical acceptance of beliefs (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes something that is large or heavy and difficult to carry or use?

Bulky (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'fallout' refer to in the context of the text?

Unpleasant results (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the opposite of 'cumbersome' based on the text?

Convenient (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'carnage' refer to?

Killing a large number of people (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which word is a synonym for 'teeter' based on the text?

Stagger (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Armageddon' represent in the New Testament?

The last battle between good and evil (A) Signup and view all the answers

How would one describe 'bionic' based on the text?

Enhanced by electronic device (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'cripple' as described in the text?

To disable or paralyze (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main implication of 'mortise' based on the text?

To join securely using a peg (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes an action of 'rigging' based on the text?

Securing or fixing something dishonestly (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the opposite of 'cumbersome' as per the text?

Manageable (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'fallout' characterized in the text?

Unpleasant effects after an action or event (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'cumbersome diving suits' suggest based on the text?

Unwieldy and difficult to manage attire (A) Signup and view all the answers