Vocabulary Challenge: Lesson 17

What does the word 'diligent' mean?

• Careless and indifferent.

• Inconsistent and unreliable.

• Hardworking and industrious.

• Lazy and unmotivated.

Provide a synonym for 'exemplary'.

• ordinary

• mediocre

• model

• subpar

What is the antonym of 'abundant'?

• copious

• plentiful

• ample

• scarce

Use 'contemplate' in a sentence that shows its meaning.

• She quickly finished her homework before dinner.

• She sat by the window, contemplating her next move in life.

• They were laughing and having fun at the party.

• He decided to ignore the problem completely.

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

• not fortunate

• fortunate in some ways

• somewhat fortunate

• very fortunate

Identify the suffix in the word 'happiness' and explain its meaning.

• -ing

• -ness

• -ly

• -ful

Which word is related to 'benevolent'?

• selfish

• indifferent

• malevolent

• charitable

What does 'meticulous' imply about someone's work habits?

• Meticulous work habits suggest a focus on speed over quality.

• Meticulous work habits imply a lack of organization.

• Meticulous work habits imply attention to detail and thoroughness.

• Meticulous work habits indicate a tendency to overlook minor details.

Choose the correct word: 'The teacher was very ___ in grading the papers.' (options: lenient, meticulous)

• indifferent

• careless

• meticulous

• hasty

What is the meaning of 'resilient' in the context of overcoming challenges?

• The ability to ignore problems and avoid facing them.

• The tendency to give up easily when faced with obstacles.

• A state of being overly cautious and hesitant in decision-making.

• The ability to recover quickly from difficulties or adapt well in the face of adversity.