1. The _**deleterious**_ effects of pollution are well-documented.
- A. beneficial
- B. harmful
- C. helpful
- D. advantageous
Correct Answer: B. harmful
2. Her _**demure**_ demeanor was surprising.
- A. bold
- B. outgoing
- C. modest
- D. aggressive
Correct Answer: C. modest
3. The _**derisive**_ laughter made him feel small.
- A. mocking
- B. supportive
- C. encouraging
- D. sympathetic
Correct Answer: A. mocking
4. His _**desultory**_ efforts yielded no results.
- A. focused
- B. organized
- C. random
- D. methodical
Correct Answer: C. random
5. The _**diffident**_ student rarely spoke up in class.
- A. shy
- B. confident
- C. outgoing
- D. bold
Correct Answer: A. shy
6. The _**disparage**_ the achievement, they made negative remarks.
- A. praise
- B. celebrate
- C. honor
- D. belittle
Correct Answer: D. belittle
7. The _**ebullient**_ crowd cheered loudly.
- A. silent
- B. enthusiastic
- C. quiet
- D. subdued
Correct Answer: B. enthusiastic
8. His _**efficacious**_ methods led to success.
- A. ineffective
- B. futile
- C. effective
- D. useless
Correct Answer: C. effective
9. The _**egregious**_ error cost them the game.
- A. minor
- B. blatant
- C. trivial
- D. insignificant
Correct Answer: B. blatant
10. His _**elusive**_ answers frustrated the interviewer.
- A. direct
- B. straightforward
- C. evasive
- D. clear
Correct Answer: C. evasive
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