Writer's Choice Grade 10

Unit 25: Vocabulary

Multiple Choice

Directions: Select the word that means most nearly the same as the boldfaced word.

1.
perseverance
A)power
B)laziness
C)normality
D)persistence
2.
nonchalant
A)unconcerned
B)noisy
C)uncomfortable
D)tempted
3.
affront
A)surprise
B)management
C)insult
D)torrent
4.
pensive
A)thoughtful
B)nauseous
C)angry
D)guilty
5.
stupor
A)crisis
B)daze
C)outcome
D)habit
6.
obnoxious
A)harmful
B)efficient
C)objectionable
D)willful
7.
accentuate
A)evaluate
B)criticize
C)emphasize
D)legislate
8.
animated
A)lively
B)uncertain
C)excellent
D)prescribed
9.
perception
A)agreement
B)dilemma
C)inclination
D)awareness
10.
passive
A)sickly
B)inactive
C)vibrant
D)disdainful
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