Vocabulary Quiz: Word Usage Practice

Which sentence correctly uses the word "destitute"?

• The destitute man lived in a mansion with a large garden.

• The destitute family struggled to find food and shelter.

• The destitute woman donated a large sum to charity.

• The destitute child had an abundance of toys.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "affluent."

• The affluent neighborhood was known for its luxurious homes.

• The affluent man could not afford a meal.

• The affluent city had no schools or hospitals.

• The affluent woman wore tattered clothes.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Select the sentence that uses "alleviate" correctly.

• The medicine helped alleviate her pain.

• The teacher alleviated the students with more homework.

• The storm alleviated the damage to the house.

• The music alleviated the noise in the room.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "mitigate"?

• The new policy was designed to mitigate the effects of pollution.

• The chef mitigated the soup by adding more salt.

• The athlete mitigated his performance by training less.

• The teacher mitigated the test by making it harder.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Choose the sentence that correctly uses "loquacious."

• The loquacious student rarely spoke in class.

• The loquacious parrot never made a sound.

• The loquacious woman enjoyed talking for hours.

• The loquacious child was known for being silent.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Select the sentence that uses "reticent" correctly.

• The reticent speaker gave a long and detailed speech.

• The reticent child was shy and spoke very little.

• The reticent author published many books.

• The reticent dog barked loudly all day.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "impudent"?

• The impudent student always showed respect to his teachers.

• The impudent child was known for his polite manners.

• The impudent remark offended everyone in the room.

• The impudent dog was well-behaved and obedient.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that correctly uses "insolent."

• The insolent employee was praised for his hard work.

• The insolent comment was rude and disrespectful.

• The insolent cat was friendly and playful.

• The insolent student was awarded for his politeness.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Select the sentence that uses "undaunted" correctly.

• The undaunted explorer turned back at the first sign of danger.

• The undaunted athlete gave up after the first round.

• The undaunted soldier faced the enemy with courage.

• The undaunted student quit studying after failing a test.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which sentence correctly uses the word "timorous"?

• The timorous lion roared loudly in the jungle.

• The timorous mouse hid quietly in the corner.

• The timorous athlete confidently won the race.

• The timorous leader inspired his followers with bravery.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4