Vocabulary Mastery Quiz for Grade 10

What is the definition of the word "peril"?

• A state of happiness and contentment

• Serious and immediate danger

• A minor inconvenience

• A type of celebration

Which sentence correctly uses the word "condole"?

• She condoles her friend by giving her a high five.

• He condoles his friend by laughing at his jokes.

• They condole with their neighbor after the loss of a pet.

• We condole the weather for being too hot.

Identify a synonym for "rubicund."

• Pale

• Reddish

• Dark

• Sallow

What is the meaning of "visage"?

• A type of landscape

• A person's facial expression

• A type of clothing

• A form of transportation

Choose the correct antonym for "fakir."

• Wealthy person

• Magician

• Beggar

• Traveler

Which sentence uses the word "fate" correctly?

• She believed it was her fate to become a doctor.

• He fate the cake with chocolate icing.

• They fate the room with new furniture.

• We fate the garden every spring.

What does "presumptuous" mean?

• Overly confident or bold

• Extremely shy

• Very generous

• Deeply thoughtful

Identify a synonym for "doggedly."

• Lazily

• Persistently

• Casually

• Indifferently

Which sentence correctly uses the word "enthralled"?

• She was enthralled by the boring lecture.

• He was enthralled by the captivating performance.

• They were enthralled by the dull weather.

• We were enthralled by the routine task.

What is the definition of "malign"?

• To speak about someone in a spitefully critical manner

• To praise someone highly

• To ignore someone completely

• To assist someone in need