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Question 1

• Definition: A strong desire to avoid something due to a feeling of repugnance or distaste. It is a feeling of wanting to avoid something.

• Example Sentence: He felt a deep ___ to the idea of moving to a new city, as he had grown attached to his hometown.

Answer 1

1. Aversion

Question 2

• Definition: A literary technique that attempts to capture the flow of thoughts and feelings that pass through a character’s mind.

• Example Sentence: In Virginia Woolf’s “Mrs. Dalloway,” the ______ technique allows readers to experience Clarissa’s innermost thoughts and reflections.

Answer 2

2. Stream of Consciousness

Question 3

• Definition: A literary device in which the speaker addresses someone or something directly, often using the second person (“you”).

• Example Sentence: In his speech, the president used ____ to speak to the citizens, saying, “You have the power to change the future.”

Answer 3

3. Direct Address

Question 4

• Definition: A narrator whose credibility has been compromised, often because of bias, confusion, or intentional deception.

• Example Sentence: The narrator in “The Catcher in the Rye” is an _____, as Holden Caulfield’s distorted perceptions influence the story’s events.

Answer 4

4. Unreliable Speaker

Question 5

• Definition: The continuation of a sentence or thought beyond the line break in a poem, without a pause or punctuation at the end of the line.

• Example Sentence: The use of ____ in T.S. Eliot’s “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” creates a flowing, continuous rhythm in the poem.

Answer 5

5. Enjambment

Question 6

• Definition: The way in which something is understood or interpreted by the mind.

• Example Sentence: Her ____ of the world was shaped by her experiences, making her view of the same event vastly different from others.

Answer 6

6. Perception

Question 7

• Definition: To mislead or trick someone into believing something false.

• Example Sentence: The magician ____ the audience by making them believe the impossible is happening right before their eyes.

Answer 7

7. Deceives

Question 8

• Definition: The qualities or attributes regarded as characteristic of women, such as nurturing, gentleness, and grace.

• Example Sentence: In the 19th century, _____ was often associated with domestic roles and subservience, but modern views of femininity have expanded significantly.

Answer 8

8. Femininity

Question 9

• Definition: Sincere regret or remorse for one’s wrongdoings or sins, often accompanied by a desire to make amends.

• Example Sentence: After realizing the harm he had caused, he felt deep _____ and sought to apologize to those he had hurt.

Answer 9

9. Repentance

Question 10

• Definition: The state of being strong, active, and full of life; energy and liveliness.

• Example Sentence: Her ____ was contagious, and everyone around her felt more energized whenever she entered the room.

Answer 10

10. Vitality

Question 11

• Definition: A brief, personal story or account of an event, often used to illustrate a point or entertain.

• Example Sentence: The speaker shared an ____ about his childhood that helped the audience understand his views on perseverance.’

Answer 11

11. Anecdote

Question 12

• Definition: Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply moving or emotional.

• Example Sentence: The movie’s _____ ending left the audience in tears, as they reflected on the characters’ struggles and losses.

Answer 12

12. Poignant

Question 13

• Definition: A moment of sudden realization, insight, or revelation, often changing one’s understanding of a situation or life itself.

• Example Sentence: The protagonist had an ____ while walking through the park, realizing that happiness is found in the simple moments of life.

Answer 13

13. Epiphany

Question 14

• Definition: Describing something in a straightforward, unemotional, or practical manner.

• Example Sentence: His _____ tone when discussing his failure made it clear that he was not overly upset by it.

Answer 14

14. Matter- of - Fact

Question 15

• Definition: A phrase or clause inserted into a sentence that provides additional information, often enclosed in parentheses or dashes.

• Example Sentence: The politician’s speech, which was full of ____ remarks, left the audience confused about his true stance.

Answer 15

15. Parenthetical

Question 16

• Definition: Open and willing to accept new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.

• Example Sentence: She was ____ to feedback and always looked for ways to improve her writing skills.

Answer 16

16. Receptive

Question 17

• Definition: A sudden urge or desire to act, often without careful thought.

• Example Sentence: His ____ to buy the expensive watch was later regretted, as he realized he didn’t really need it.

Answer 17

17. Impulse

Question 18

• Definition: Done with careful thought and intention; not impulsive.

• Example Sentence: Her _____ decision to take a year off from school allowed her to travel and gain life experiences.

Answer 18

18. Deliberate

Question 19

• Definition: A deep-seated feeling of intense dislike or hostility. It often implies a settled, ingrained, or even instinctive repugnance. It is a strong feeling of dislike.

• Example Sentence: There was a deep ____ between the two rival teams, fueled by years of competition and animosity.

Answer 19

19. Antipathy

Question 20

• Definition: An overwhelming feeling of great happiness or bliss; intense joy.

• Example Sentence: When she received the acceptance letter to her dream college, she was filled with ____.

Answer 20

20. Ecstasy

Question 21

• Definition: A very large quantity of something; plenty or more than enough.

• Example Sentence: The garden was filled with an ____ of flowers, each blooming vibrantly in the spring sunlight.

Answer 21

21. Abundance

Question 22

• Definition: The state of being uncertain or indecisive; lacking determination.

• Example Sentence: His _____ about choosing a college caused him much stress, as he couldn’t decide which option was best.

Answer 22

22. Irresoluteness

Question 23

• Definition: An attempt or effort to achieve a goal, often requiring significant work or determination.

• Example Sentence: Her ____ to write a novel was long and difficult, but she remained determined to see it through to the end.

Answer 23

23. Endeavor

Question 24

• Definition: A feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder.

• Example Sentence: The sight of the Grand Canyon filled them with ____, as they marveled at its vastness and natural beauty.

Answer 24

24. Awe

Question 25

* Definition: The quality of acting quickly and without thought or care; impulsive behavior.
 * Example Sentence: His ____ led him to make decisions without fully considering the consequences, often resulting in regret

Answer 25

25. Impetuosity