Song of the Brook Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "lamented" mean?

• To comfort

• Regretted

• To think hard

• A woman who sews well

Answer explanation

The word 'lamented' means regretted, expressing sorrow or grief over something. It does not mean to comfort, think hard, or a woman who sews well.

What is the meaning of "inquiring"?

• To ask

• Care for guests

• A long, deep hollow worn in the earth’s surface by a stream

• Dull; without variety

Answer explanation

The meaning of 'inquiring' is to ask, making the correct answer choice 'To ask'.

What does "admiration" refer to?

• A stinging plant

• Wonder and delight

• An illness of the lungs

• Doing something suddenly without planning ahead

Answer explanation

Admiration refers to wonder and delight, not a stinging plant, an illness of the lungs, or doing something suddenly without planning ahead.

What is a "pendulum"?

• A swinging arm to regulate clock movements

• A steep hill

• A woman who sews well

• To comfort

Answer explanation

A pendulum is a swinging arm used to regulate clock movements, making it the correct choice.

What is the definition of "seamstress"?

• A stinging plant

• A woman who sews well

• To think hard

• A long, deep hollow worn in the earth’s surface by a stream

Answer explanation

The correct definition of 'seamstress' is a woman who sews well.

What does "hospitality" mean?

• To comfort

• Care for guests

• Regretted

• Delicious

Answer explanation

Hospitality means caring for guests, making them feel welcome and comfortable. It involves providing good service and creating a positive experience for visitors.

When is "twilight"?

• Just after sunset

• A long, deep hollow worn in the earth’s surface by a stream

• An illness of the lungs

• A swinging arm to regulate clock movements

Answer explanation

Twilight refers to the period just after sunset when the sky is partially illuminated. It is the correct choice in this context.

What is the meaning of "console"?

• To comfort

• A stinging plant

• To ask

• A woman who sews well

Answer explanation

The meaning of 'console' is 'to comfort', which is the correct choice among the given options.

What is a "ravine"?

• A long, deep hollow worn in the earth’s surface by a stream

• A stinging plant

• To think hard

• Wonder and delight

Answer explanation

A ravine is a long, deep hollow worn in the earth’s surface by a stream, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What is "pneumonia"?

• A stinging plant

• An illness of the lungs

• A swinging arm to regulate clock movements

• To comfort

Answer explanation

Pneumonia is an illness of the lungs, causing inflammation and difficulty breathing. It is not a stinging plant, a swinging arm, or a comforting action.