Quiz

• What does the verb "beleaguer" mean?

  Cause repeated problems or difficulties
• In what context might you use "beleaguer" in a sentence?

  When discussing difficulties faced
• What is the definition of "gelid"?

  Icy; extremely cold
• How would you use "gelid" in a sentence?

  To describe a very cold day
• What does "excursion" refer to?

  A brief or short trip
• In what context might you use "excursion" in a sentence?

  When talking about a pilot's free time
• What does "untenable" mean?

  Something that cannot be defended
• How can "untenable" be used in a sentence?

  To describe a brother's difficult situation
• What does "secular" mean?

  Not spiritual; more physical
• How would you use "secular" in a sentence?

  To describe a school's change in policy
• What is the definition of "deus ex machina"?

  A character or thing that solves problems
• How can "deus ex machina" be illustrated in a sentence?

  By referencing Dora's helpful backpack
• What does "hackneyed" mean?

  Not interesting due to overuse
• How would you use "hackneyed" in a sentence?

  To describe Apple's repetitive product releases
• What does "parlay" mean?

  To use something to gain greater value
• How can "parlay" be used in a sentence?

  To describe a friend's successful bet
• What is the definition of "apprehension"?

  Anxiety about something bad happening
• How would you use "apprehension" in a sentence?

  To describe feelings about climate change