PRACTICE TEST | Vocabulary Aptitude | Grade 7 Entrance Exam

After receiving the surprise gift, Sarah was absolutely ________ and couldn't stop smiling.

• A) Delighted
• B) Devastated
• C) Crestfallen
• D) Proud

The persistent, ________ noise from the construction site next door made it impossible for him to concentrate on his work.

• A) Tormenting
• B) Soothing
• C) Comforting
• D) Tranquil

The entire village gathered for the funeral, ________ the loss of their beloved mayor who had served them for decades.

• A) Celebrating
• B) Jubilating
• C) Extolling
• D) Lamenting

To save space in the report, the scientist decided to ________ his findings into a concise summary.

• A) Expand
• B) Lengthen
• C) Prolong
• D) Condense

Jenny was known for her ________ nature; she could strike up a conversation with anyone and make friends easily.

• A) Arrogant
• B) Gregarious
• C) Introverted
• D) Reserved

The tornado ________ the small town, leaving nothing but rubble in its wake.

• A) Built
• B) Flooded
• C) Restored
• D) Obliterated

The ________ smell of burnt rubber filled the air as the car's tires screeched on the hot pavement.

• A) Acrid
• B) Sapid
• C) Palatable
• D) Delicate

he kitchen was filled with the ________ scent of freshly baked bread, making everyone's mouth water.

• A) Hypnotizing
• B) odorless
• C) Aromatic
• D) fragrant-free

The antique vase fell off the shelf and ________ into countless pieces, beyond repair.

• A) Powdered
• B) Scattered
• C) Poured
• D) Fragmented

As the old bridge was no longer safe, it suddenly ________ under the weight of the heavy truck, blocking the road.

• A) Erected
• B) Reinforced
• C) Collapsed
• D) Thrive