Unit 2

Question 1

Deliberate

Answer 1

intentional, purposeful
Her punishment was deliberate.

Question 2

Efficient

Answer 2

productive, effective
She was in search of the most efficient way to organize her files.

Question 3

Tremendous

Answer 3

huge, immense
That required a tremendous amount of work.

Question 4

Vital

Answer 4

essential, crucial
It is of vital importance that we complete our homework on time.

Question 5

Artificial

Answer 5

synthetic, fake
There are way too many artificial sweeteners in this drink.

Question 6

Legitimate

Answer 6

legal, valid
That is a legitimate source.

Question 7

Rigorous

Answer 7

strict, thorough
Calculus 4 is a rigorous course.

Question 8

Scarce

Answer 8

rare, limited
During a drought, water is very scarce.

Question 9

Vivid

Answer 9

clear, bright
The painting was very vivid.

Question 10

Vulnerable

Answer 10

exposed, defenseless
We must protect the minds of the vulnerable youth.

Question 11

Vast

Answer 11

huge, extensive
A vast majority of people prefer mountains over the beach.

Question 12

Magnificent

Answer 12

splendid, grand
The sunset is magnificent.

Question 13

Apparent

Answer 13

obvious, evident
Her feelings were very apparent on her face.

Question 14

Antique

Answer 14

old, vintage
My great grandma’s dresser is an antique.

Question 15

Compact

Answer 15

small, concise
The apartment’s layout is very compact.

Question 16

Substantial

Answer 16

significant, considerable
There is substantial evidence that points to him being the killer.

Question 17

Toxic

Answer 17

poisonous, harmful
Mr. Holland warned us that the chemicals were toxic.

Question 18

Unanimous

Answer 18

agreed, united
The vote to remove her from the committee was unanimous.

Question 19

Ample

Answer 19

sufficient, abundant
You must provide ample evidence of the occurrence.

Question 20

Bizarre

Answer 20

strange, unusual
Her outfit is so bizarre.