Vocabulary Studio 33: Idolatry to implacable

3 questions. Choose the meaning or usage that best fits each situation. Try answering before reopening the passage.

1In the example "The fallen branches would impede their progress.", what does impede mean?A. To overwhelm with a large amount or cover with floodwater.B. To devise or arrange something through planning or ingenuity.C. To win favor or reduce anger by a conciliatory act.D. To hinder or slow progress.

2In the example "The imperturbable conductor continued after the lights flickered.", what does imperturbable mean?A. Remaining calm and undisturbed under pressure.B. Fluent and ready in speech but shallow or lacking sincerity.C. Relating to an erect penis or, figuratively, conspicuously excessive male sexuality.D. Especially suitable or relevant to the matter at hand.

3In the example "An implacable opponent rejected every compromise.", what does implacable mean?A. Inclined to avoid work or exertion.B. Unable to be appeased or persuaded to relent.C. Oversimplifying by removing important complexity or distinctions.D. Abrupt and curt in speech or manner.

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