Vocabulary Mastery Quiz for Grade 9

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "broach" in context?

• She decided to broach the topic of vacation plans during dinner.

• The broach on her dress was sparkling in the sunlight.

• He broached the door open with a key.

• The broach was a gift from her grandmother.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct synonym for the word "convene."

• Disperse

• Gather

• Scatter

• Separate

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following words is an antonym of "debut"?

• Finale

• Introduction

• Premiere

• Launch

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Select the sentence that uses the word "embark" correctly.

• She decided to embark the ship with her luggage.

• He embarked on a new career after college.

• The embark was smooth and uneventful.

• They embarked the car for a road trip.

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

Identify the correct definition of "generate."

• To destroy completely

• To produce or create

• To halt or stop

• To diminish gradually

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which of the following sentences uses "incipient" correctly?

• The incipient storm was already causing damage.

• Her incipient skills were well-developed.

• The incipient idea was still forming in his mind.

• The incipient building was completed last year.

Choose the word that best fits the sentence: "Her _______ in organizing the event was appreciated by everyone."

• initiative

• innovation

• novice

• overture

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.2.4C

Which of the following is a synonym for "innovation"?

• Tradition

• Invention

• Imitation

• Routine

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Select the sentence that correctly uses the word "novice."

• As a novice, she was expected to lead the team.

• The novice chef prepared a gourmet meal.

• He was a novice at skiing, so he took lessons.

• The novice was an expert in his field.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of the following words is an antonym of "overture"?

• Conclusion

• Introduction

• Prelude

• Beginning

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A