5 Written Questions

1. (Noun) A language used by people who do not speak a common tongue; usually combines aspects of different languages
2. (Noun) An explanation of a difficult expression in a text
3. (Noun) 1) The use of many words when few would do 2) Evasive talk; roundabout expression
4. (Adj) Word for word
5. (Noun) A prohibition; the act of forbidding

5 Matching Questions

1. Clamor
2. Verbose
3. Malediction
4. Edict
5. Indict

1. a (Noun) A curse
2. b (Noun) A loud outcry, especially in protest
3. c (Adj) Wordy; using excessive words
4. d (Verb) 1) To issue a formal charge of a crime 2) To accuse
5. e (Noun) A decree or proclamation issued by an authority

5 Multiple Choice Questions

1. (Noun) A person who speaks several languages; a polyglot
   1. Linguist
   2. Indict
   3. Lingo
   4. Indite
2. (Adj) Very talkative
   1. Locution
   2. Dictum
   3. Colloquium
   4. Loquacious
3. (Noun) 1) Applause; enthusiastic approval 2) An oral vote, especially an enthusiastic vote of approval
   1. Clamor
   2. Diction
   3. Locution
   4. Acclamation
4. (Adj) Domineering; autocratic, like a dictator
   1. Declaim
   2. Dictatorial
   3. Ditty
   4. Diction
5. (Noun) A meeting for discussion, especially in an academic setting
   1. Locution
   2. Linguist
   3. Forum
   4. Colloquium

5 True/False Questions

1. Dictum → (Noun) A simple song

   True        False

2. Diction → (Noun) Choice of words in speech or writing

   True        False

3. Forum → (Noun) The central square or marketplace of a Roman city or a public meeting place

   True        False

4. Ineffable → (Adj) Easy to speak to; approachable; polite, friendly

   True        False

5. Forensic → (Adj) Referring to legal proceedings or formal debate or rhetoric

   True        False