Year 4 EP English Vocab Quiz Spring 1 Week 3

What does the word "consent" mean in this sentence?

The jeweller refused to pierce Kate's ears without her parents' consent.

• knowledge

• permission

• objection

• argument

What does the word "abhor" mean in this sentence?

Very few people like doing the ironing. In fact, most people abhor this task.

• hate

• love

• intend

• transfer

What do you think the word "incarcerated" means in this sentence?

The armed robber was incarcerated for fifteen years.

• judged

• arrested

• jailed

• stolen

What do you think the word poignant means in this sentence?

The poppy is a poignant reminder of lives lost in wartime.

• exciting

• childish

• jolly

• sad

What do you think the word "clamour" means in this sentence?

The speaker had to shout to be heard above the clamour of the crowd.

• murmur

• thump

• din

• hush

What do you think the word "veered" means in this sentence?

The lorry suddenly veered to the other side of the road and hit the wall.

• overheated

• parked

• swerved

• collided

What do you think the word "docile" means in this sentence?

The horse appeared docile and was happy for Jack to pat him gently on the head.

• tame

• fierce

• active

• fast

What do you think the word "upbeat" means in this sentence?

The coach feels upbeat and optimistic about the team's chances of winning the cup.

• cheerful

• gloomy

• hopeless

• tired

What do you think the word "stultifying" means in this sentence?

The repetitive daily routine of prison life can be stultifying.

• exciting

• boring

• cheerful

• active

What do you think the word "jettisoned" means in this sentence?

Bob had never been a very good singer so it came as no surprise that the band jettisoned him.

• employed

• promoted

• dumped

• found