Vocabulary Unit 1 Set A

Question 1

Bonanza

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

Churlish

Answer 2

Lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to 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 passge; 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 how 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