Daily Vocabulary from International Newspapers ( 8 October 2025): DAILY QUIZ
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Daily Vocabulary from International Newspapers ( 8 October 2025): DAILY QUIZ
1. The principle of free speech is __________ in the First Amendment, making it a protected and revered cornerstone of American democracy that cannot be easily altered or dismissed.
"Enshrined" means to preserve or cherish something as sacred, or to establish something in a protected, honored position—often in law or tradition. The context indicates the principle is protected, revered, and permanently established, which perfectly matches "enshrined." Option A (circumscribed) means limited or restricted, the opposite of what's needed. Option C (abrogated) means repealed or abolished, contradicting the protective nature described. Option D (mollified) means appeased or softened, which doesn't relate to establishing principles. Option E (attenuated) means weakened or reduced, again opposing the idea of strong protection. Only "enshrined" captures the dual meaning of being both formally established and held in high regard.
2. In classical rhetoric, which pair of concepts best represents an “antithesis”?
"Antithesis" refers to a person, thing, or concept that is the direct opposite of another, representing complete contrast or opposition. War and peace are quintessential antitheses—they are mutually exclusive states that exist in complete opposition to each other. Option A describes similar, not opposite, governmental systems. Option C presents sequential elements in a cycle rather than opposites. Option D shows complementary fields that work together, not against each other. Option E presents related concepts where one (appetite) is essentially a symptom or aspect of the other (hunger), not true opposites. Only war and peace demonstrate the stark, binary opposition that defines antithesis.
3. Select the word that is most SYNONYMOUS with “monopolised” in the sentence: “The tech giant has monopolised the search engine market, controlling over 90% of all queries.”
"Monopolised" means to have exclusive control or possession of something, typically in a market context. "Dominated" is the closest synonym, as it conveys overwhelming control and supremacy over a particular domain or market. Both words suggest a disproportionate level of control that excludes or marginalizes competitors. Options A, D, and E (fragmented, decentralized, and partitioned) all suggest division or distribution of power, which is antithetical to monopolization. Option C (diversified) means spreading across various areas, which contradicts the concentrated control implied by monopoly. Only "dominated" captures the essence of commanding, exclusive control that characterizes monopolization.
4. A corporate CEO who has decided to __________ her position must grapple with the psychological challenge of releasing power after decades of authoritative decision-making.
"Relinquish" means to voluntarily give up, surrender, or let go of something—particularly power, rights, or possessions. The context of "releasing power" directly parallels relinquishing, and the phrase suggests a voluntary (though difficult) abandonment of authority. Option A (consolidate) means to strengthen or combine, the opposite of giving up. Option C (appropriate) means to take for oneself, contradicting the act of giving up. Option D (usurp) means to seize power illegally or by force, which opposes voluntary surrender. Option E (perpetuate) means to cause something to continue indefinitely, directly opposing the concept of release. Only "relinquish" properly conveys the voluntary act of letting go of power or position.
5. Which scenario most accurately demonstrates someone having “swooned”?
"Swooned" has two related meanings: to faint or lose consciousness (often from extreme emotion), or to be overwhelmed with admiration or delight. Option B captures both dimensions—the audience member experiences such intense emotional response that it leads to physical collapse, representing the classic definition of swooning. Options A, C, D, and E all describe controlled, rational, composed behavior—the antithesis of swooning. These scenarios emphasize maintaining composure, logical thinking, and emotional restraint, whereas swooning involves losing control due to overwhelming sensation or emotion. Only the opera scenario presents the combination of extreme emotional response and physical manifestation that defines swooning.
