Circle A, B, C, or D that most accurately fits the meaning and check your answers with the key.
1. Diligent
A. slow-moving
B. important
C. hard-working
D. honest
2. Prudence
A. cautious judgment
B. fussiness
C. immorality
D. folk wisdom
3. Devious
A. thoughtful
B. deceitful
C. complicated
D. laid-back
4. Garland
A. spice
B. ring
C. flower
D. wreath
5. Cistern
A. stream
B. culvert
C. tank
D. tube
6. Sluggard Person who is
A. lazy
B. tall and fat
C. foolish
D. awkward
7. Vexation
A. unfriendliness
B. annoyance
C. warmth
D. fright
8. Vapour
A. drops of water
B. breeze
C. ointment
D. boiling water
9. Countenance
A. reliability
B. antagonism
C. facial expression
D. behaviour
10. Repute
A. reputation
B. gossip
C. denial
D. illicit affair
11. Provocation
A. statement
B. gloomy prediction
C. inclination
D. something that incites
12. Abhor
A. to refuse
B. to acknowledge
C. to treat shamefully
D. to detest
13. Meddle
A. to confuse
B. to interfere
C. to mix
D. to force
14. Importune
A. to insult
B. to convince
C. to beg
D. to criticise
15. Crucible
A. heat-resistant container
B. piece of jewellery
C. cross
D. ornament
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Key
1. C
2. A
3. B
4. D
5. C
6. A
7. B
8. A
9. C
10. A
11. D
12. D
13. B
14. C
15. A
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Ratings
10 – 12 Correct: Good
13 – 15 Correct: Excellent End
