Vocabulary Skills Quiz for Grade 8

What is the meaning of the word "deplore" in the context of expressing feelings about a negative situation?

• To celebrate

• To regret strongly

• To ignore

• To accept

Which of the following words is a synonym for "frivolous"?

• Serious

• Trivial

• Important

• Essential

Identify the antonym of the word "obsess."

• Ignore

• Fixate

• Concentrate

• Ponder

In what context might someone be "ousted" from a position?

• Promoted

• Removed

• Hired

• Celebrated

Which of the following best describes something that is "porous"?

• Solid

• Dense

• Permeable

• Impenetrable

What does it mean if someone is "prone" to making mistakes?

• Unlikely

• Resistant

• Inclined

• Immune

Which word is a synonym for "qualm"?

• Confidence

• Doubt

• Certainty

• Assurance

What is the meaning of "residue" in the context of a chemical reaction?

• The initial reactants

• The remaining substance

• The catalyst

• The main product

Which of the following words is an antonym for "staid"?

• Sedate

• Lively

• Calm

• Serious

Analyze the word "deplore" and identify its usage in a sentence: "The community deplored the decision to close the local library."

• The community celebrated the decision.

• The community strongly disapproved of the decision.

• The community ignored the decision.

• The community accepted the decision.