Vocabulary Unit 7 Quiz Prep

Luna, Aiden, and Charlotte were discussing their feelings about a recent horror movie they watched. Luna said she 'abhors' such movies. What does Luna mean by 'abhor'?

• Hate deeply

• Respect

• Cherish

• Admire

In a chemistry class, Avery was asked to identify a substance that is 'corrosive'. Which of the following substances that Luna suggested would best fit the description?

• Water

• Sugar

• Salt

• Sulphuric Acid

During a science experiment, Samuel had to discern the color of the solution. What does 'discern' mean in this context?

• Overlook the color

• Distinguish the color

• Perceive the color

• Detect the color

Sophia and Nora were discussing about a movie character who abandoned his group and started working against them. Benjamin joined the conversation and asked, 'What is the synonym of such a 'renegade' character in the movie?'.

• Outlaw

• Deserter

• Patriot

• Loyalist

In a school debate, Mason argued that Isla's actions were 'reprehensible'. Maya, however, disagreed. According to Maya, what would be a more appropriate description of Isla's actions?

• Blameless

• Culpable

• Objectionable

• Odious

During a literature class, Elijah read a poem that described a 'somber' day. Lily, who didn't understand the word, asked Daniel for help. How would Daniel explain 'somber' to Lily?

• As bright as a sunny day

• As cheerful as a sunny day

• As dismal as a rainy day

• As mournful as a funeral

Oliver and Daniel were helping Scarlett clean her room. Scarlett's room was in a 'squalid' state. Which of the following words would not describe Scarlett's room after they finished cleaning?

• Filthy

• Spruce

• Wretched

• Neat

In a school debate, Liam was quiet, Zoe was soft-spoken, but Nora was vociferous. Who was loud and noisy?

• Liam

• Zoe

• Nora

• None of them

Isla, Evelyn, and Sophia are planning a book club meeting. They are discussing the size of the books they should choose. Isla prefers 'voluminous' books, but Sophia prefers the antonym of 'voluminous'. What does Sophia prefer?

• Bulky

• Massive

• Meager

• Scant

Elijah had an opportunity to claim a prize he won in a competition. However, he decided to 'waive' his right to the prize. What did Elijah do?

• He did without the prize

• He relinquished the prize

• He claimed the prize

• He accepted the prize