Vocabulary Quiz

During a school play, Benjamin was cast as the Viking villain. What does the word "scoundrel" mean in the context of his character?

• A kind person

• A cruel, dishonest person

• A happy person

• A brave person

Emma was describing a painting she saw at the museum that had a mess of lines and colors. She said it was "hideous." What did she mean?

• Very beautiful

• Very ugly

• Very small

• Very loud

During a school play the music suddenly stopped and the backdrop started to fall down, if something goes "awry," what does it mean?

• It goes perfectly

• It goes wrong or happens in an unexpected way

• It goes quickly

• It goes slowly

During the school day, Aria and James were asked to attend an "assembly" to go over our school fundraiser. What does "assembly" refer to?

• A game

• A meeting

• A song

• A dance

When Grace received a letter asking her to appear in court, what did it mean to "summon" her?

• To ignore her

• To call upon her

• To laugh at her

• To run away from her

During the group project, Maya noticed that Andrew was acting surly when he slammed his book on the table. What does "surly" mean in this context?

• Happy and friendly

• Sad and quiet

• Bad-tempered and unfriendly

• Excited and loud

During the school play, Katie kept telling Lily how amazing her acting was, even though Lily knew she had forgotten some lines. What does it mean to "flatter" someone in this context?

• To praise too much in a way that is not sincere

• To ignore them

• To help them

• To play with them

Elijah has been practicing chess for years and has won several tournaments. What does "master" mean in this context?

• A beginner

• An expert

• A student

• A teacher

Hannah is responsible for ensuring the safety of the school . Who is she?

• A person who plays games

• A person who watches and/or protects something or someone

• A person who cooks food

• A person who writes stories

Maya is planning a weekend journey. What is she preparing for?

• A nap

• A trip

• A meal

• A book