Vocabulary Challenge for 5th Graders

What does the word 'abandon' mean?

• To cherish something deeply.

• To temporarily set something aside.

• To enhance or improve something significantly.

• To leave something behind or give up on it completely.

Choose a synonym for 'diligent': a) lazy b) hardworking c) careless

• sluggish

• unmotivated

• hardworking

• indifferent

What is the antonym of 'generous'?

• bountiful

• lavish

• stingy

• extravagant

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

• She wore a frigid dress to the party.

• The frigid sun warmed the beach perfectly.

• The frigid soup was too hot to eat.

• The frigid air made it difficult to stay outside for long.

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

• to increase

• the same as

• to change completely

• not or opposite of

Identify the suffix in the word 'happiness'.

• -ful

• -ing

• -ly

• -ness

Which word is related to 'succeed'? a) failure b) triumph c) struggle

• failure

• triumph

• loss

• defeat

What does 'vivid' mean in the context of a description?

• A brief summary without imagery.

• A dull and lifeless description.

• Clear and detailed, creating strong mental images.

• Unclear and vague, lacking detail.

Choose the correct word: The weather was so _____ that we decided to stay inside. (a) balmy (b) frigid (c) temperate

• frigid

• humid

• sunny

• stormy

What is the meaning of 'contemplate'?

• To think deeply or consider thoughtfully.

• To ignore or dismiss something.

• To act without thinking.

• To express emotions openly.