leadership Online Quiz - 17

Precocious describes a child who has developed certain abilities or inclinations at an earlier age than usual; 'advanced in development'. 'Vigilante' is the person described in 489287.

Peroration is the conclusion of a speech or oration - the final part that sums up the argument and appeals to the audience. It comes from Latin 'perorare' meaning to speak thoroughly or complete a speech.

A predator is an animal that naturally preys on others. 'Predatory animal or bird' is the correct definition. 'Enigmatic' means mysterious, and 'verbose' means wordy.

Insularity means narrow-mindedness or being isolated or provincial in outlook. It comes from 'insula' (island), referring to being like an island - cut off and limited in perspective. 'Narrow-mindedness' is the correct meaning.

A memento is an object kept as a reminder or souvenir of a person or event; a 'token' of remembrance. 'Obligated' means legally or morally bound, and 'sociable' means friendly.

Monotheism is the belief in a single, supreme God. The term derives from Greek 'monos' (single) and 'theos' (god), distinguishing it from polytheism (multiple gods).

A regatta is a boat or yacht racing event, typically involving sailing vessels. These are organized competitive events, often social occasions, with boats racing according to specific rules.

A relic is a surviving remnant or object from a past culture, often with historical or religious significance. These are typically physical objects preserved for their connection to important people or events.

Vigor refers to physical strength and good health, or effort and enthusiasm. 'Active strength' is a precise definition. 'Bereft' means deprived, and 'scramble' means to climb with difficulty.

Progeny refers to the descendants of a person, animal, or plant; offspring or children. 'Additional object' refers to an adjunct, and 'volley' refers to the discharge of shots.

To imbibe means to drink (alcohol) or to absorb ideas/knowledge. 'Drink in' is the literal definition. 'Gambit' is the chess opening mentioned, and 'gustatory' relates to taste.

An idiosyncrasy is a mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual; an odd trait. 'Cemetery' is for burying the dead, and 'gustatory' relates to taste.

Indiscriminate means done at random or without careful judgment. 'Choosing at random' is the closest definition. 'Spacious' means roomy, and 'catalyst' is the chemical agent described in option 489341.

To be 'taken for dead' means that people have observed a person and assumed they are deceased, usually due to lack of movement or severe injury. It is a synonym for 'presumed dead'.

The term 'passage' refers to the process of transitioning from one state or stage to another. In this context, it describes the transition from childhood to adulthood. 'End' is too abrupt, and 'gift' or 'time' are less precise.

The idiom 'lump it' is used in the phrase 'like it or lump it,' meaning you must accept a situation whether you like it or not. 'Open', 'change', or 'excuse' do not fit this specific idiomatic structure.

The word 'swell' means to expand, inflate, or become larger. This matches the definition in the question perfectly. The other options are incorrect: 'smile' means a facial expression, 'steady' means stable/unchanging, and 'shrink' means to get smaller (the opposite of swell).

When saltwater (a mixture of water and salt) comes in contact with metal, it accelerates the oxidation process called rusting. The salt acts as an electrolyte, speeding up the corrosion reaction between the metal and oxygen. This is why cars rust faster in coastal areas or during winter when salt is used on roads.

The verb 'refer' means to direct attention to, concern itself with, or encompass something. For example, a statement might refer to a person, or a discussion might refer to a topic. The other options don't match: yield means give up, scorn means contempt, and annoy means to irritate.

The idiom 'leave someone for dead' means to abandon someone when they are injured or helpless, assuming they won't survive. It doesn't mean literally leaving a corpse, but rather deserting a person in a critical condition who might still be saved with help. The phrase emphasizes the cruelty of abandonment.