Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 7

What is the definition of "anticipation"?

• A feeling of indifference or lack of interest

• The act of looking forward to something with excitement

• A state of extreme danger

• The ability to access something easily

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "compassion."

• She showed compassion by ignoring her friend's problems.

• His compassion was evident when he helped the injured bird.

• Compassion is the act of confronting someone aggressively.

• The compassion of the mountain was breathtaking.

What does it mean to "confront" someone?

• To avoid or ignore a situation

• To face or deal with a problem or difficult situation

• To nurture or care for someone

• To relinquish control over something

Select the sentence that uses "exuberant" correctly.

• The exuberant child sat quietly in the corner.

• Her exuberant personality made the party lively and fun.

• He was exuberant about the lack of progress.

• The exuberant weather was dull and rainy.

What is the meaning of "indifferent"?

• Showing a lack of interest or concern

• Full of energy and excitement

• Extremely dangerous or risky

• Hidden or not easily understood

Which sentence correctly uses the word "nurture"?

• He decided to nurture his plants by watering them regularly.

• She nurtured the idea by ignoring it completely.

• The nurture of the storm was terrifying.

• Nurture is the act of confronting someone.

What does "obscure" mean?

• Clearly visible or easy to understand

• To make something difficult to see or understand

• A place of safety or shelter

• To give up or let go of something

Choose the sentence that uses "perilous" correctly.

• The perilous journey was safe and uneventful.

• Climbing the mountain was a perilous adventure.

• He felt perilous when he was calm and relaxed.

• The perilous book was easy to read.

What is the definition of "refuge"?

• A place of safety or shelter

• To give up or let go of something

• The act of looking forward to something

• A feeling of indifference

Select the sentence that uses "relinquish" correctly.

• She decided to relinquish her old toys to charity.

• He relinquished his homework by completing it on time.

• The relinquish of the storm was calming.

• Relinquish is the act of nurturing someone.