Vocabulary 7th Grade Set 3.2-3.3 Assessment

What does the word "radiant" mean in the sentence: "The sun was radiant in the sky"?

• Dim

• Cold

• Shining

• Dull

If someone is "poised," how are they likely feeling?

• Calm

• Nervous

• Angry

• Anxious

What does "uncertainty" mean in the sentence: "There was uncertainty about the weather"?

• Confidence

• Assurance

• Excitement

• Doubt

What does "prior" mean in the sentence: "Prior to the game, she practiced a lot"?

• After

• Later

• During

• Before

What does "incident" mean in the sentence: "There was an incident at the park"?

• A big event

• A celebration

• A slight problem

• A routine occurrence

What does "saga" mean in the sentence: "The saga of the hero was told for generations"?

• A long heroic story

• A short story

• A poem

• A brief tale

What does "pending" mean in the sentence: "The decision is still pending"?

• Finished

• Decided

• Cancelled

• Unfinished

What does "infamous" mean in the sentence: "The infamous criminal was caught"?

• Famous for something good

• Unknown

• Celebrated

• Famous for something evil

If someone is "poised," how are they likely acting?

• Confused

• Uncertain

• Frustrated

• Self-assured

What does "prior" mean in the sentence: "She finished her homework prior to dinner"?

• After

• Following

• During

• Before