TOPIC: ENGLISH VOCABULARY
1. What does the term "pulchritudinous" mean?
a) Ugly
b) Unremarkable
c) Exceedingly beautiful
d) Ordinary
2. Identify the word that means "the practice of using more words than needed to express an idea":
a) Elocution
b) Verbose
c) Euphony
d) Epiphany
3. What is the synonym for "jejune"?
a) Immature
b) Boring and dull
c) Insightful
d) Energetic
4. The word "sesquipedalian" describes something that is:
a) Short and concise
b) Complex and incomprehensible
c) Long-winded and wordy
d) Multicolored and vibrant
5. Choose the word that best fits in the sentence: "Her _______ logic left everyone in awe."
a) Circuitous
b) Trenchant
c) Obfuscatory
d) Indolent
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6. What does "sangfroid" mean?
a) Warmth and friendliness
b) Unwarranted fear
c) Composure and coolness under pressure
d) Rapid movement
7. Identify the word that means "a state of peacefulness and calm":
a) Commotion
b) Equanimity
c) Juxtaposition
d) Mellifluous
8. What is the meaning of "perspicacious"?
a) Naive and gullible
b) Short-sighted and hasty
c) Insightful and keen in observation
d) Overly cautious and timid
9. An "ephemeral" experience is one that is:
a) Lasting forever
b) Fleeting and short-lived
c) Disruptive and unsettling
d) Intense and passionate
10. Choose the word that completes the sentence: "The lawyer's _______ cross-examination revealed inconsistencies in the witness's testimony."
a) Convivial
b) Flippant
c) Incisive
d) Banal