Vocab Ch 3

Question 0

Contentious
Adjective

the socioeconomic plan had been the subject of contentious debate.

Answer 0

causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

Heated, intense

Neutral

Question 1

Dispensation
Noun

Although she was too young, she was given special dispensation to play two matches.

Answer 1

exemption from a rule or usual requirement.

Exemption, obstain

Required

Question 2

Fractious
Adjective

The fractious children whined continuously.

Answer 2

(typically of children) irritable and quarrelsome.

Irritable, annoying

Calm

Question 3

Disapprobation
Noun
she braved her mother’s disapprobation and slipped out to enjoy herself.

Answer 3

strong disapproval, typically on moral grounds.

Disapproval, rejection

Approval

Question 4

Contemptuous
Noun

she was intolerant and contemptuous of the majority of the human race

Answer 4

showing contempt; scornful.

Contempt, scornful

Proud

Question 5

Auspicious
Adjective

it was not the most auspicious moment to hold an election.

Answer 5

conducive to success; favorable.

Favorable, preferable

Least preferable

Question 6

Scuppernongs
Noun

The scuppernongs tasted very sweet.

Answer 6

A variety of grapes

Question 7

Arbitrate
Verb
the board has the power to arbitrate in disputes.

Answer 7

(of an independent person or body) reach an authoritative judgment or settlement.

Reach, power

Question 8

Gothic

Adjective
The house was very gothic in style

Answer 8

A style focusing on dark Victorian themes.

Question 9

Quelling
Verb
extra police were called to quell the disturbance

Answer 9

put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force.

Calm, put out

Ignite