Vocabulary Mastery Quiz for Grade 9 (Based on Ender's Game)

What is the definition of "barracks"?

• A type of fruit

• A building or group of buildings used to house soldiers

• A large body of water

• A type of musical instrument

Which sentence correctly uses the word "suppress"?

• The teacher decided to suppress the noise in the classroom by closing the windows.

• The artist decided to suppress the colours in her painting to make it more vibrant.

• The chef suppressed the soup by adding more salt.

• The athlete suppressed his speed to win the race.

What does "desiccate" mean?

• To moisten or wet thoroughly

• To dry out completely

• To freeze or cool

• To heat or warm

Choose the sentence that uses "malicious" correctly.

• The malicious cat purred softly as it slept.

• The malicious software was designed to harm the computer system.

• The malicious weather was perfect for a picnic.

• The malicious book was a bestseller.

What is the meaning of "centrifugal"?

• Moving towards the centre

• Moving away from the centre

• Stationary or not moving

• Moving in a straight line

Which sentence correctly uses the word "raucous"?

• The raucous music lulled the baby to sleep.

• The raucous crowd cheered loudly at the concert.

• The raucous water was calm and still.

• The raucous painting was very soothing to look at.

What does "roiling" mean?

• To calm or soothe

• To stir up or agitate

• To freeze or solidify

• To dry or desiccate

Choose the sentence that uses "polyglot" correctly.

• The polyglot book was written in a single language.

• The polyglot student could speak five different languages fluently.

• The polyglot painting was monochrome.

• The polyglot meal consisted of only one dish.

What is the definition of "sullen"?

• Cheerful and lively

• Silent and gloomy

• Energetic and enthusiastic

• Bright and colourful

Which sentence correctly uses the word "contempt"?

• She looked at the beautiful painting with contempt.

• He felt contempt for the unfair treatment he received.

• The dog wagged its tail in contempt.

• The child smiled in contempt at the gift.