Word Study Sheet - Period 8

What is the definition of 'quell'?

• To put an end to (with force)

• A hill

• Sad, gloomy

• To stick out

Fill in the blank: The policeman ______ the riot with his nightstick.

• quelled

• started

• ignored

• watched

What is a synonym for 'knoll'?

• mound

• valley

• extend

• skill

Fill in the blank: Marcus rolled a small child down the ______.

• knoll

• hill

• slope

• path

Fill in the blank: I was feeling ______ at my grandmother’s funeral.

• dismal

• joyful

• excited

• bored

What is the meaning of 'serenity'?

• Bizarre, weird

• A state of peace and calm

• Disgusting, repulsive

What is the meaning of 'outlandish'?

• Disgusting, repulsive

• Bizarre, weird

• Doing something with a lot of enthusiasm.

What is the meaning of 'repugnant'?

• Joy and enthusiasm

• Sad, depressing, serious

• Disgusting, repulsive

What is the meaning of the word 'ember'?

• Hot and smoldering leftovers from a fire

• Spark

• Damp wood

What does 'conspicuous' mean?

• A) Obvious

• B) Hidden

• C) Noticeable, standing out.