Unit One Set A

Question 1

Bonanaza

Answer 1

a rich mass of ore in a mine; something very valuable, profitable, or rewarding; a source of wealth or prosperity; a very large amount; sudden profit or gain

Question 2

Churlist

Answer 2

lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to work with or deal with; rude

Question 3

Collaborate

Answer 3

to work with, work together

Question 4

Excerpt

Answer 4

a passage taken from a book, article, etc.; to take such a passage; to quote

Question 5

Grope

Answer 5

to feel about hesitantly with the hands; to search blindly and uncertainly

Question 6

Jostle

Answer 6

to make or force one’s way by pushing or elbowing; to bump, brush against, to compete for

Question 7

Laggard

Answer 7

a person who moves slowly or falls behind; falling behind, slow to move, act, or respond

Question 8

Plaudits

Answer 8

Applause; enthusiastic praise or approval

Question 9

Revert

Answer 9

to return, go back

Question 10

Vigil

Answer 10

a watch, especially at night; any period of watchful attention