Vocabulary Quiz

If an opinion is controversial, that means it is likely

• to make everyone agree

• to cause disagreement

• to leave people with feelings of sympathy

• to helped people develop their sense of trust

What can be inferred about a town that is affected by a plague?

• A) The town is likely experiencing economic growth.

• B) The town is probably under quarantine or health-related restrictions.

• C) The town is attracting more tourists.

• D) The town is hosting a large festival.

If a parent tries to dissuade their child from touching a hot stove, they are trying to

• prevent their child from hurting themselves

• Encourage their child to take risks

• Teach their child to think independently

• Teach their child a lesson about the dangers of household appliances

If transparent means easily seen through, what does it mean if a company's business practices are described as transparent?

• People don't know what the company is up to

• People are aware of what the company is up to

• People are confused about what the company is doing

• People are angry at the company and their bad practices

My brother's comment left me _________.

What does the word “alight” mean?

• To be on fire

• To come to rest, settle

• To light up

• To start a journey

Which of the following is a synonym for “barren”?

• Fertile

• Arid

• Lush

• Verdant

What does it mean to "verify" something?

• To guess

• To ignore

• To check for accuracy

• To forget

What does "luster" refer to?

• A type of fabric

• A dull surface

• The shine or glow of a surface

• A measurement of weight

Which of the following is an antonym for “germinate”?

• Sprout

• Grow

• Wither

• Bud