Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "proclamation" mean?

• A secret message

• An official announcement of something

• A casual conversation

• A written complaint

What is the meaning of "commanded"?

• Asked politely

• Gave orders

• Suggested

• Ignored

Which word describes something that is "not too hot and not too cold"?

• Frigid

• Boiling

• Temperate

• Scorching

What does "prevailing" mean?

• Currently existing

• Outdated

• Futuristic

• Imaginary

What is the definition of "ushers"?

• Blocks the way

• Leads somewhere

• Stays still

• Follows behind

What does "ebb" mean?

• To increase rapidly

• To withdraw or move back

• To stay constant

• To overflow

What does "mature" mean?

• To shrink

• To fully develop

• To break apart

• To remain unchanged

What is the meaning of "tender"?

• Hard and durable

• Easy to break or damage, sensitive

• Rough and tough

• Heavy and strong

What does "hydroelectric" refer to?

• The generation of electricity by burning coal

• The generation of electricity by moving water

• The generation of electricity by solar power

• The generation of electricity by wind

What are "basins"?

• Elevated areas on the Earth's surface

• Depressions in the Earth's surface that hold water

• Flat, dry areas

• Mountain peaks