Vocabulary
Impossible to destroy or damage
Indestructible
The distinct personality or style of an author as expressed in their writing
Voice
What is the closest synonym for the word bewildered?
A) Confused
B) Confident
C) Delighted
D) Determined
A) Confused
Choose the best option from the list below:
A) Her decision to ignore the expert advice was misguided and caused problems later.
B) The misguided puppy happily wagged its tail after learning a new trick.
C) He wore a misguided hat to the formal event.
D) The cake tasted misguided because it was too sweet.
A) Her decision to ignore the expert advice was misguided and caused problems later.
The python began to __________ its prey, wrapping tightly around it before delivering a fatal squeeze.
constrict
a small amount; not enough
Meagerness
The process by which individuals or groups adopt the cultural norms of another group, often losing their original identity
Assimilation
Which word is the best antonym for impetuous?
A) Rash
B) Impulsive
C) Hasty
D) Thoughtful
D) Thoughtful
Choose the best option from the list below:
A) He described the movie as excruciatingly enjoyable.
B) She had an excruciating smile on her face during the happy party.
C) The weather was excruciatingly cold and perfect for a picnic.
D) The runner felt excruciating pain in his leg after the race.
D) The runner felt excruciating pain in his leg after the race.
The journalist was __________ while trying to report from the front lines of the protest.
Assaulted
publicly recommend or support
Advocating
A concept that emphasizes self reflection and personal experience in understanding art and literature
Auto theory
What is the closest synonym for the word console (used as a verb)?
A) Ignore
B) Comfort
C) Distract
D) Annoy
B) Comfort
Choose the best option from the list below:
A) His machismo made him believe he always had to be the strongest and toughest.
B) She showed great machismo by carefully painting the delicate vase.
C) The team’s machismo helped them solve the math problem quickly.
D) Machismo is the art of cooking traditional meals perfectly.
A) His machismo made him believe he always had to be the strongest and toughest.
After his injury, the athlete spent several months in __________ to regain his strength and mobility.
Rehabilitation
to fall into someone or something; out of control
Careened
A concept describing the internal conflict experienced by marginalized groups in a dominant culture, particularly in understanding one's identity
Double consciousness
Which word is the best antonym for erupt?
A) Explode
B) Burst
C) Subside
D) Ignite
C) Subside
A) The soldiers marched with an imploring rhythm through the battlefield.
B) The kitten gave an imploring meow, begging for food.
C) She wore an imploring dress to the formal dinner.
D) The storm showed imploring signs of calming down.
B) The kitten gave an imploring meow, begging for food.
There was a sudden ________ of energy in the crowd when the band started playing.
Surge
Experiencing mixed feelings; often feelings of both liking and disliking
Ambivalent
The idea that a culture is uniform and unchanging, ignoring its diversity and complexity
Cultural monolith
What is the closest synonym for the word indisputable?
A) Doubtful
B) Uncertain
C) Undeniable
D) Questionable
C) Undeniable
Choose the best option from the list below:
A) The baby’s laughter was full of reproach and joy.
B) He gave a reproach smile when he won the game.
C) She looked at him with reproach after he broke her favorite vase.
D) They reproached the flowers in the garden for not growing fast enough.
C) She looked at him with reproach after he broke her favorite vase.
Her __________ of justice was shaped by years of studying philosophy and law.
Conception