Vocabulary Quiz 9/3 - 9/6

Which word means "something very profitable or rewarding"?

• Churlish

• Bonanza

• Plaudits

• Jostle

Which word means "to work with, work together"?

• Collaborate

• Jostle

• Revert

• Excerpt

What is the definition of the word "Excerpt"?

• To feel about hesitantly with the hands; to search blindly and uncertainly

• Passage taken from a book or article

• To make or force one's way by pushing or elbowing; to bump, brush against; to compete for

• Falling behind; slow to move, act, or respond

What is the definition of the word "Churlish"?

• To work together

• rude

• To return

• Applausel

Which word means "to feel about hesitantly with the hands; to search blindly and uncertainly"?

• Grope

• Jostle

• Laggard

• Bonanza

What is the definition of the word "Jostle"?

• To make or force one's way by pushing or elbowing; to bump, brush against; to compete for

• To return, go back

• Applause; enthusiastic praise or approval

• Falling behind; slow to move, act, or respond

Which word means "falling behind; slow to move, act, or respond" or "a person who moves slowly or falls behind"?

• Plaudits

• Laggard

• Excerpt

• Churlish

Choose the best word: The protesters held a (vigil / bonanza) outside the courthouse, waiting for the verdict.

• Vigil

• Bonanza

Choose the best word: After the argument, they decided to (revert / collaborate) to their original plan.

• Revert

• Collaborate

She gave an inspiring speech, earning (plaudits, bonanzas) from the entire audience.

• Bonanzas

• Plaudits