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BUILDING VOCABULARY SKILLS Name: __________________________. Unit One: Pretest. In the space provided, write the letter of the choice that is closest in meaning to the boldfaced word. 1. compel a) avoid b) delight c) force d) finish.
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In the space provided, write the letter of the choice that is closest in meaning to the boldfaced word.
9. concise a) peaceful b) clear and brief c) proper d) wordy
10. appropriate a) illegal b) proper c) extreme d) well-dressed
11. illuminate a) lose b) become sick c) light up d) desire greatly
16. extensive a) bold b) separated c) outside d) large in space or amount
19. dialog a) answer b) story c) a passage of conversation d) belief
20. erratic a) inconsistent b) mistaken c) in a city d) noisy
21. legitimate a) threatening b) profitable c) obvious d) lawful
26. integrity a) threat b) inside c) complication d) honesty
30. impartial a) without prejudice b) not whole c) hidden d) strict
32. ruthless a) private b) weakened c) not interesting d) merciless
36. relevant a) to the point b) included c) lacking pity d) helpful
37. propaganda a) appearance b) cure c) publicity d) research
39. radical a) obvious b) favoring extreme changes c) of a nation d) odd
41. gruesome a) taller b) illegal c) frightful d) not practical
43. illusion a) mistaken view b) bad health c) new idea d) power
44. imply a) approve of b) interfere c) do mischief d) suggest
46. erode a) drive b) wear away c) include d) express indirectly
47. novice a) book b) false impression c) beginner d) servant