Grade 5 Vocabulary Skills Quiz

What does it mean if someone is described as being "coy"?

• They are extremely bold and fearless.

• They are pretending to be shy or modest.

• They are very loud and talkative.

• They are honest and straightforward.

If a person is "undaunted" by a challenge, how do they feel?

• Terrified

• Confused

• Unconcerned

• Courageous

What does "tarnish" most closely mean when referring to someone's reputation?

• To clean and polish

• To improve or enhance

• To damage or discolour

• To ignore or neglect

When something is described as "balmy", what does it mean?

• Extremely cold and freezing

• Mild and pleasantly warm

• Hot and uncomfortable

• Dry and arid

If a person is being "tactful", what are they showing?

• Aggression

• Carelessness

• Sensitivity in dealing with others

• Negligence

What does "pell-mell" mean?

• In a confused or chaotic manner

• In a slow and careful way

• In an organized and orderly fashion

• In a happy and joyful manner

If someone is "negligent", what are they failing to do?

• Succeed

• Take proper care or responsibility

• Be punctual

• Be humble

What does "bask" mean in the context of enjoying something?

• To avoid or ignore

• To suffer or endure

• To take pleasure or derive enjoyment

• To rush or hurry

What does "friction" most closely mean in a social context?

• Cooperation

• Conflict or disagreement

• Friendship

• Indifference

If something "pulsates", what does it do?

• Stays still

• Moves in a straight line

• Beats or throbs rhythmically

• Disappears