Vocabulary Mastery for Book 9

What does the word 'benevolent' mean?

• Indifferent and apathetic; showing no interest.

• Selfish and greedy; lacking compassion.

• Kind and charitable; showing goodwill.

• Hostile and aggressive; promoting conflict.

Choose the synonym for 'arduous': difficult, easy, simple, or quick?

• difficult

• challenging

• exhausting

• tedious

What is the antonym of 'diligent'?

• indifferent

• negligent

• lazy

• careless

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

• The chef was meticulous in preparing a quick meal without any care.

• The student was meticulous in finishing his homework in a hurry.

• He was meticulous about his messy room, never cleaning it.

• The artist was meticulous in her painting, ensuring every brushstroke was perfect.

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

• Negation or the opposite of happy.

• A state of extreme happiness.

• A prefix indicating a positive quality.

• A term used to describe sadness.

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

• -ful

• -ing

• -ly

• -ness

Which word is related to 'audible': hear, see, taste, or smell?

• taste

• see

• smell

• hear

What does 'candid' mean in the context of a conversation?

• Open and honest.

• Reserved and quiet.

• Formal and structured.

• Deceptive and misleading.

Choose the correct antonym for 'optimistic': hopeful, pessimistic, cheerful, or bright?

• realistic

• sanguine

• content

• pessimistic

What is the meaning of 'transient' and how can it be used in a sentence?

• The meaning of 'transient' is temporary or short-lived.

• A synonym for abundant

• A type of electrical current

• Permanent or long-lasting