Vocabulary and Spelling Quiz

What does the word genuine mean in the sentence below? Her smile was genuine, showing she was truly happy.

• fake

• real

• forced

• quick

What does the word coiled mean in the sentence below? The snake coiled itself around the branch.

• stretched

• jumped

• rolled

• slept

What does the word eminent mean in the sentence below? The eminent scientist won many awards for her work.

• unknown

• strong

• important

• useful

What does the word peasant mean in the sentence below? The peasant worked hard in the fields every day.

• noble

• farmer

• merchant

• scholar

What does the word deceive mean in the sentence below? She tried to deceive her friend by lying about the surprise.

• help

• trust

• trick

• inform

What does the word merciful mean in the sentence below? The merciful judge gave the young man a second chance.

• strict

• harsh

• kind

• mean

What does the word greedily mean in the sentence below? He ate the cake greedily, not leaving any for others.

• slowly

• quickly

• carefully

• selfishly

What does the word burden mean in the sentence below? Carrying the heavy boxes was a real burden for him.

• pleasure

• joy

• load

• help

What does the word hesitation mean in the sentence below? She knew the answer so she answered without hesitation.

• confidence

• doubt

• excitement

• anger

What does the word drowsy mean in the sentence below? He felt drowsy after taking the medicine.

• alert

• sleepy

• awake

• energetic