Gr.8 Vocabulary U6 Set A Quiz

What does the word “abashed” mean?

• Confident

• Embarrassed

• Happy

• Angry

Which of the following best describes someone who is “articulate”?

• Unable to speak

• Fluent and clear in speech

• Silent and reserved

• Confused in expression

A “defect” can be defined as:

• A positive trait

• A flaw or imperfection

• An improvement

• A type of product

To “flaunt” something means to:

• Hide it away

• Display it ostentatiously

• Ignore it completely

• Share it quietly with friends

The term “genial” refers to someone who is:

• Hostile and unfriendly

• Cheerful and friendly

• Indifferent and cold

• Serious and stern

If someone is “ostracized,” they are:

• Welcomed into a group

• Excluded from a group

• Celebrated publicly

• Ignored politely

A “premonition” is best described as:

• A random guess

• A strong feeling about something that will happen

• An analysis of past events

• A detailed plan for the future

What does “repercussion” refer to?

• The initial action taken

• The consequences or effects of an action

• The planning stage of an event

• The excitement before an event

A person with a “retentive” memory is one who can:

• Easily forget things

• Remember information well

• Only recall visual images

• Ignore distractions easily

In social contexts, a “scapegoat” is someone who:

• Receives praise for success

• Is blamed for the faults of others

• Is celebrated for their achievements

• Is ignored by everyone