- The word “aberration” most nearly means: a. routine b. deviation c. likeness d. stability Answer: b. deviation
- “Laconic” speech is: a. very emotional b. extremely brief c. highly persuasive d. difficult to understand Answer: b. extremely brief
- The word “pulchritude” refers to: a. ugliness b. modesty c. beauty d. arrogance Answer: c. beauty
- “Ephemeral” describes something: a. everlasting b. short-lived c. mysterious d. complex Answer: b. short-lived
- A “cacophony” is: a. harsh noise b. gentle breeze c. sudden silence d. pleasant harmony Answer: a. harsh noise
- “Ubiquitous” means: a. rare b. universal c. invisible d. enormous Answer: b. universal
- The word “obfuscate” means: a. to explain b. to confuse c. to brighten d. to clarify Answer: b. to confuse
- “Pernicious” influence is: a. harmless b. beneficial c. deadly d. fleeting Answer: c. deadly
- “Sycophant” is a person who: a. opposes authority b. flatters for gain c. works honestly d. speaks the truth Answer: b. flatters for gain
- “Intransigent” means: a. unwilling to compromise b. easy to persuade c. undecided d. neutral Answer: a. unwilling to compromise
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