Vocabulary Skills Quiz- Wk 1

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates the meaning of the word "atrocity"?

• The festival was an atrocity, filled with joy and laughter.

• The war crime was considered an atrocity by the international community.

• The painting was an atrocity, admired by all who saw it.

• The meal was an atrocity, enjoyed by the entire family.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Choose the sentence where the word "deter" is used correctly.

• The bright colors deterred the artist to paint more.

• The high fence was built to deter intruders from entering the property.

• The delicious smell deterred the children from eating the cookies.

• The loud noise deterred the students to study harder.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the word "adhere" most likely mean in the following sentence? "The students were expected to adhere to the school's code of conduct."

• Ignore

• Follow

• Create

• Disrupt

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify the trait that best describes a person who always helps others without expecting anything in return.

• Selfish

• Generous

• Lazy

• Arrogant

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In which context is the word "sulk" used correctly?

• After winning the game, he decided to sulk in his room.

• She began to sulk when she didn't get her way.

• He sulked with joy after receiving the good news.

• The teacher sulked while explaining the lesson.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following sentences uses the word "atrocity" correctly?

• The new movie was an atrocity, loved by critics everywhere.

• The natural disaster was an atrocity that shocked the world.

• The birthday party was an atrocity, filled with fun and games.

• The concert was an atrocity, enjoyed by all attendees.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the best synonym for the word "deter" in the following sentence? "The presence of a guard dog can deter potential burglars."

• Encourage

• Discourage

• Invite

• Welcome

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which sentence best shows the meaning of the word "adhere"?

• The glue did not adhere to the paper, causing it to fall apart.

• The students adhere to the playground every day.

• The cat adhered to the top of the tree, unable to come down.

• The athlete adhered to the finish line, winning the race.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept