Vocabulary Mastery Quiz for Grade 10

Analyze the meaning of the word "diminish" in the following sentence: "The manager's harsh criticism did not diminish the team's enthusiasm for the project."

• Increase

• Decrease

• Maintain

• Enhance

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Apply the word "legend" in a sentence that demonstrates its meaning related to a famous person.

• The legend of the map was difficult to read.

• She became a legend in the music industry for her unique voice.

• The legend of the story was confusing.

• He read the legend at the bottom of the page.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Create a sentence using the word "utilize" that shows its meaning clearly.

• He decided to utilize the old barn as a storage space.

• She utilized the book by placing it on the shelf.

• They utilized the car by parking it in the garage.

• He utilized the pen by keeping it in his pocket.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

Identify the synonym of "by heart" in the context of learning.

• Memorize

• Forget

• Ignore

• Misunderstand

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Evaluate the usage of the word "inspiring" in the following sentence: "The inspiring speech motivated everyone to volunteer for the cause."

• Boring

• Motivating

• Discouraging

• Confusing

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Interpret the figurative language in the sentence: "He was as cautious as a cat walking on a ledge."

• Reckless

• Careful

• Indifferent

• Bold

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Analyze the meaning of "empathy" in the context of the following sentence: "Her empathy allowed her to understand her friend's feelings deeply."

• Apathy

• Sympathy

• Indifference

• Hostility

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Apply the word "recognize" in a sentence that shows its meaning related to identifying someone.

• She recognized the song from the first note.

• He recognized the book by its cover.

• They recognized the car by its color.

• She recognized her friend in the crowd.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Create a sentence using the term "role model" that demonstrates its meaning.

• He was a role model for his ability to play video games.

• She was a role model for her dedication to community service.

• They were role models for their ability to sleep late.

• He was a role model for his collection of stamps.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Identify the antonym of "reform" in the context of improving a system.

• Deteriorate

• Enhance

• Amend

• Correct

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A