Mastering Grade 6 Vocabulary

What does the word 'benevolent' mean?

• Deceitful and manipulative; showing malice.

• Indifferent and apathetic; lacking concern.

• Selfish and greedy; showing hostility.

• Kind and charitable; showing goodwill.

Choose the synonym for 'happy': joyful, sad, angry.

• discontent

• miserable

• joyful

• frustrated

What is the antonym of 'difficult'?

• easy

• challenging

• arduous

• complex

Use the word 'exemplary' in a sentence.

• She received criticism for her lack of preparation.

• The team's effort was below average and disappointing.

• Her exemplary performance in the competition earned her a scholarship.

• His performance was mediocre and did not stand out.

What does the prefix 'un-' mean in the word 'unhappy'?

• not or opposite of

• to increase

• the same as

• to change completely

Which word means the same as 'quickly': slowly, rapidly, quietly?

• slowly

• quietly

• gradually

• rapidly

What is the suffix in the word 'happiness'?

• -ful

• -ing

• -ment

• -ness

Identify the relationship: 'teacher' is to 'student' as 'doctor' is to _____.

• pharmacist

• surgeon

• nurse

• patient

What does the word 'meticulous' mean?

• Showing great attention to detail.

• Showing indifference to accuracy.

• Lacking attention to detail.

• Being careless and hasty.

Choose the correct antonym for 'generous': selfish, kind, giving.

• selfish

• altruistic

• benevolent

• charitable