Hoot Vocabulary ch.1-6

What is the definition of the word "ambushed"?

• To attack suddenly and unexpectedly

• To walk slowly and carefully

• To speak loudly and clearly

• To build something new

Which sentence correctly uses the word "vacant"?

• The room was vacant, with no furniture or people inside.

• She was vacant when she solved the math problem.

• He vacant the door open for his friend.

• The vacant dog barked loudly.

What does the word "consternation" mean?

• A feeling of calm and relaxation

• A state of confusion and anxiety

• A type of celebration

• A form of communication

Choose the sentence that uses "balefully" correctly.

• She smiled balefully at the good news.

• The dog looked balefully at the stranger, growling softly.

• He ran balefully across the field.

• The sun shone balefully in the clear sky.

Define the word "flabbergasted."

• Extremely surprised or shocked

• Slightly amused

• Very tired

• Somewhat interested

Which of the following sentences uses "culprit" correctly?

• The culprit was praised for his bravery.

• The culprit was found guilty of the crime.

• The culprit sang beautifully at the concert.

• The culprit cooked a delicious meal.

What is the meaning of "despondently"?

• With great joy

• With enthusiasm

• With sadness and hopelessness

• With anger

Select the sentence that uses "ferociously" correctly.

• The kitten purred ferociously as it slept.

• The storm ferociously tore through the town.

• She whispered ferociously in the library.

• He ferociously painted the calm landscape.

What does "gingerly" mean?

• In a rough and careless manner

• In a quick and hurried way

• In a slow and cautious manner

• In a loud and noisy fashion

Which sentence correctly uses the word "hassle"?

• It was a hassle to find parking in the busy city.

• The hassle was delicious and sweet.

• She sang hassle at the concert.

• The hassle was a beautiful painting.