Vocabulary Challenge from The Giver

What does the word 'nurture' mean?

• To forcefully remove someone from a situation.

• To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.

• To ignore and neglect someone or something.

• To criticize and belittle someone's efforts.

Provide a synonym for 'apprehensive'.

• anxious

• indifferent

• relaxed

• confident

What is the antonym of 'vivid'?

• bright

• dull

• colorful

• lively

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

• His transgression of the law resulted in a hefty fine.

• She received an award for her transgression of the rules.

• His transgression was celebrated by the community.

• The transgression was ignored by the authorities.

What does the prefix 'un-' indicate in the word 'unsettled'?

• The prefix 'un-' indicates negation.

• The prefix 'un-' indicates a quantity.

• The prefix 'un-' indicates a location.

• The prefix 'un-' indicates a time period.

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

• -ful

• -ing

• -ly

• -ness

What is the relationship between 'release' and 'freedom'?

• Release is the same as freedom.

• Freedom is a prerequisite for release.

• Release can lead to freedom.

• Release restricts freedom.

Choose the correct word: 'The community was known for its ______ (strict/strictly) rules.'

• strict

• strictly rules

• strictly enforced

• strictness

What does 'meticulously' mean in the context of careful work?

• In a hasty manner with little thought.

• Meticulously means with great attention to detail and precision.

• With a focus on speed rather than accuracy.

• Carelessly and without concern for details.

Provide a synonym for 'obsolete' and use it in a sentence.

• modern

• current

• outdated

• antiquated