Understanding Word Meanings Quiz

What is the meaning of the word "pathetically" in the context of someone speaking in a weak and sorrowful manner?

• Confidently

• Sadly

• Angrily

• Joyfully

Which of the following words contains a Greek or Latin root that means "to hear"?

• Distressed

• Audience

• Declare

• Various

If someone is "distressed," what are they likely feeling?

• Happy

• Calm

• Upset

• Excited

The word "mournfully" is most likely used to describe someone who is:

• Celebrating

• Laughing

• Grieving

• Dancing

Which of the following words uses a Latin root meaning "to speak" or "to say"?

• Apologetically

• Convince

• Declare

• Sufficient

What does the word "apologetically" suggest about the speaker's tone?

• Proud

• Regretful

• Indifferent

• Enthusiastic

The word "lamented" is most closely related to which of the following actions?

• Celebrated

• Complained

• Rejoiced

• Ignored

Which of the following words contains a root that means "to be sure" or "to trust"?

• Certain

• Various

• Pathetically

• Mournfully

If something is "sufficient," it is:

• Lacking

• Abundant

• Enough

• Excessive

The word "various" is used to describe:

• A single item

• A variety of items

• An identical group

• A specific item