Grade 5 Word Definition Quiz

What is the definition of the word 'grotesque'?

• ordinary and plain

• strange and ugly in a way that is not normal or natural

• elegant and graceful

• beautiful and natural

Define the word 'oppressive'.

• Unjustly inflicting hardship and constraint, especially on a minority or other subordinate group

• Generous and lenient

• Kind and compassionate

• Fair and equitable

What does 'sarcastic' mean?

• Expressing love and admiration

• Using irony to mock or convey contempt

• Being sincere and genuine

• Using humor to make someone laugh

Explain the meaning of 'calculative'.

• Rash and impulsive in making decisions

• Spontaneous and carefree in making decisions

• Hesitant and uncertain in making decisions

• Cautious and deliberate in making decisions or taking actions

Define the word 'superstitious'.

• Belief in supernatural forces or irrational beliefs

• Trust in proven facts

• Fear of heights

• Belief in scientific evidence

What is the definition of 'defiant'?

• To follow authority without question

• To be unsure or indecisive

• To resist or challenge authority or rules

• To be in agreement with rules and regulations

Explain the meaning of 'inferior'.

• higher in rank, status, or quality

• middle in rank, status, or quality

• superior in rank, status, or quality

• lower in rank, status, or quality

Define the word 'excessive'.

• More than is necessary or normal

• Exactly the right amount

• Moderate and balanced

• Less than is necessary or normal

What does 'malicious' mean?

• Intending to do harm

• Feeling sorry for someone

• Being kind and helpful

• Accidentally causing harm

Explain the meaning of 'impulsive'.

• To take time to make a decision before acting

• To act or do something without thinking carefully beforehand

• To act based on careful consideration and analysis

• To plan and consider all possible outcomes before acting