Grade 10 Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of the word 'lassitude'?

• a state of hunger and thirst

• a state of cleanliness and order

• a state of physical or mental weariness

• a state of excitement and energy

Choose the best synonym for 'clemency':

• Mercy

• Kindness

• Cruelty

• Forgiveness

Which word means having high moral standards?

• Virtuous

• Evil

• Corrupt

• Countenance

What does 'countenance' mean?

• a person's face or facial expression.

• a break from work

• To count the number of people in a room

• To express extreme happiness

Select the correct definition for 'infuse':

• to introduce, add, or fill

• To subtract, to remove, or take away

What is the meaning of the word 'diabolically'?

• in a kind and gentle manner

• in a neutral or indifferent manner

• in an extremely wicked or cruel manner

• in a clumsy or awkward manner

What is the opposite of 'clemency'?

• mercy

• ruthlessness

• leniency

• kindness

Fill in the blank with the best choice:

The student was failing her class because of her chronic _________.

Fill in the blank with the correct word:

The judge's ________ allowed him a shorter sentence.

Choose the best antonym for 'virtuous':

• moral
• honest
• wicked
• kind