Unit 3

Question 1

agitate

Answer 1

disturb, upset
The loud noise began to agitate the crowd.

Question 2

absolute

Answer 2

total, complete
She has absolute confidence in her plan.

Question 3

classify

Answer 3

categorize, organize
They classify animals based on their species.

Question 4

scaffolding

Answer 4

framework, support
The workers set up scaffolding around the building.

Question 5

supplant

Answer 5

replace, displace
Newer technology may supplant the old system.

Question 6

aura

Answer 6

vibe, atmosphere
The place had a calming aura.

Question 7

focal

Answer 7

central, main
The focal point of the discussion was innovation.

Question 8

astray

Answer 8

off course, lost
He went astray during his travels.

Question 9

pursue

Answer 9

chase, follow
She plans to pursue a career in medicine.

Question 10

aggregate

Answer 10

total, sum
The aggregate score determined the winner.

Question 11

explicit

Answer 11

clear, unambiguous
He gave explicit instructions for the project.

Question 12

deviate

Answer 12

stray, diverge
They did not deviate from the original plan.

Question 13

arbitrary

Answer 13

random, capricious
The choice was arbitrary, with no specific reason.

Question 14

predominant

Answer 14

primary, main
The predominant view was in favor of the proposal.

Question 15

indifferent

Answer 15

apathetic, uninterested
He was indifferent to their criticism.

Question 16

reinforce

Answer 16

strengthen, support
The news reinforced her beliefs.

Question 17

considerable

Answer 17

significant, substantial
They spent a considerable amount of time on research.

Question 18

constrain

Answer 18

limit, restrict
The budget will constrain their options.

Question 19

convene

Answer 19

gather, assemble
The committee will convene next Monday.

Question 20

specify

Answer 20

define, state
Please specify the details for the order.