Because of Winn-Dixie Lesson 1 Test: Vocabulary and Comprehension

What does the word talent mean in the sentence below?

Kara's talent is that she is a good singer.

• favorite thing to do

• imaginary activity in a daydream

• future career a child hopes to have

• natural ability to do something well

What does the word mood mean in the sentence below?

You can tell by the look on Brandon's face that he is in a bad mood today.

• use of words

• likely to happen

• way someone feels

• opportunity

What does the word peculiar mean in the sentence below?

I have never heard anything like that peculiar grinding sound.

• awkward

• deafening

• frightening

• unusual

What does the word properly mean in the sentence below?

Please be sure you pack the boxes properly, so the dishes do not break.

• with supervision

• without stopping

• in the correct way

• in the quickest way

What does the word intends mean in the sentence below?

Timothy intends to go straight to bed after practice.

• likes

• plans

• says

• wants

What does the word comfort mean in the sentence below?

She tried to comfort the lost child.

• to soothe when sad or frightened

• move

• to put in order

• to tickle

What does the word mention mean in the sentence below?

I will mention extra recess to our teacher in case she forgot.

• playing on the playground

• to speak of or say

• a certain place

• to predict the weather

What does the word consisted mean in the sentence below?

Our school consisted of a principal, teachers, students and custodians.

• everyone gets along

• made up of

• loves

• to be able to

What does the word positive mean in the sentence below?

I'm positive that we've met before.

• unsure

• confused

• sure; having no doubt

• happy

What does the word advanced mean in the sentence below?

The advanced high school student was able to take college courses.

• to be thankful for

• older in age

• to make a change

• skilled; beyond in progress