Gr.8 Vocabulary U6 Set B Quiz ZF

What does the word “aloof” most closely mean?

• Friendly and sociable

• Distant and detached

• Eager to help

• Overly emotional

To “bask” in the sun means to:

• Hide from the sunlight

• Enjoy warmth and light

• Work hard outdoors

• Avoid exposure

Which of the following best describes “anguish”?

• Joyful celebration

• Intense pain or suffering

• Calmness and peace

• Indifference

The term “finesse” refers to:

• Clumsiness in action

• Skillful handling of a situation

• A lack of sophistication

• An aggressive approach

To “instill” an idea means to:

• Remove it completely

• Gradually introduce it over time

• Ignore it entirely

• Forcefully impose it

If someone is described as “forthright,” they are:

• Deceptive and cunning

• Direct and outspoken

• Shy and reserved

• Indecisive

To “purge” something typically means to:

• Accumulate more of it

• Cleanse or remove unwanted elements

• Decorate extensively

• Preserve for future use

A person who is “resolute” is characterized by:

• Uncertainty in decisions

• Firm determination

• Indifference towards outcomes

• Frequent changes in opinion

A “pseudonym” is best defined as:

• An official name used in documents

• A false identity used by an author

• The real name of a person

• A nickname given by friends

To “rehabilitate” someone usually involves:

• Punishing them for past actions

• Restoring them to a healthy state or condition

• Isolating them from society

• Ignoring their needs