Vocabulary Quiz August 30

Is the word "paraphernalia" used correctly?

"She packed all her school paraphernalia into her backpack before heading out the door."

• Yes

• No

In the sentence, "The artist set up all her paraphernalia before beginning the painting," what part of speech is "paraphernalia?"

• Noun

• Adjective

• Pronoun

• Adverb

Which of the following sentences best uses the word "paraphernalia?"

• He walked paraphernalia to the store.

• The paraphernalia of the surgery was meticulously sterilized.

• She was feeling paraphernalia after her victory.

• They enjoyed the paraphernalia after the game.

Is the word "jovial" used correctly?
"The stormy weather made everyone feel jovial and excited."

• Yes

• No

In the sentence, "Despite the challenges, she remained jovial throughout the day," what part of speech is "jovial?"

• Noun

• Adverb

• Adjective

• Verb

Which of the following best defines "jovial?"

• Extremely serious

• Full of energy

• Cheerful and friendly

• Bold and disobedient

Is the word "profusely" used correctly?
"The coach praised the team profusely after they won the championship."

• Yes

• No

In the sentence, "He was sweating profusely after running the marathon," what part of speech is "profusely?"

• Adjective

• Pronoun

• Adverb

• Verb

Which of the following sentences correctly uses "profusely?"

• He apologized profusely for forgetting her birthday.

• The bird flew profusely across the sky.

• She profusely baked a cake for the party.

• The clock ticked profusely throughout the night.

Is the word "defiantly" used correctly?
"The cat stared at its owner defiantly before knocking over the glass."

• Yes

• No