Vocabulary Lesson 19-20

Question 1

To divide into two equal parts; to divide or fork.

Answer 1

Bisect

Question 2

One who imitates another, to make fun of by imitating, to copy closely.

Answer 2

Mimic

Question 3

Good judgement, wise cautions; individual freedom to judge.

Answer 3

Discretion

Question 4

Very excited or confusing; hurried.

Answer 4

Hectic

Question 5

An unlimited view in all directions; constantly changing scene; a comprehensive survey; a picture unrolled before the spectator.

Answer 5

Panorama

Question 6

Capable of thinking of ways to do things; having the ability to act effectively; clever.

Answer 6

Resourceful

Question 7

Adhering to accepted beliefs, especially in religion; approved or conventional.

Answer 7

Orthodox

Question 8

Very generous in giving or spending; costly; abundant; to give or spend freely.

Answer 8

Lavish

Question 9

Unable to be heard.

Answer 9

Inaudible

Question 10

Skillful public speaking.

Answer 10

Oratory

Question 11

Enthusiastic and prolonged applause; an enthusiastic reception or tribute.

Answer 11

Ovation

Question 12

A copy; a reproduction; a duplicate.

Answer 12

Replica

Question 13

A further performance given on demand; a demand for further performance.

Answer 13

Encore

Question 14

The rising and falling pitch of the voice.

Answer 14

Intonation

Question 15

A raised platform for public speaking.

Answer 15

Rostrum

Question 16

The stock of goods or merchandise oh hand; an accounting of goods; any detailed list; to list merchandise or belongings.

Answer 16

Inventory

Question 17

A speech a character makes to himself or herself onstage that reveals his or her thoughts to the audience.

Answer 17

Soliloquies

Question 18

A three-legged stand for camera; anything that stands on three legs.

Answer 18

Tripod

Question 19

A paved terrace for outdoor eating and lounging; an inner court open to the sky.

Answer 19

Patio

Question 20

In name only; small; not worth considering.

Answer 20

Nominal