Sadlier Units 7-8 Vocabulary Quiz Review

Which sentence demonstrates the correct usage of "jovial"?

• The jovial grandfather always had a smile and a joke ready for his grandchildren.

• The jovial weather caused severe damage to the coastal areas.

• She used a jovial knife to cut the vegetables.

• The jovial computer needed repairs.

In which sentence is "template" used correctly?

• He template his sandwich for lunch.

• The designer used a template to create consistent layouts for all the websites.

• The birds template south for the winter.

• She template her hair before going to bed.

What does "minimum" mean in this sentence: "The minimum age requirement for the ride is 12 years old."?

• Maximum allowed

• Average needed

• Least required

• Recommended amount

Which example best shows the meaning of "innovation"?

• A. A broken pencil

• B. A traditional recipe passed down for generations

• C. A new technology that solves an old problem

• D. A copy of an existing painting

How is "nimble" best described?

• Slow and steady

• Quick and agile

• Heavy and strong

• Lazy and tired

What does being in "arrears" mean?

• Being ahead in payments

• Being on time with payments

• Being behind in payments

• Being exempt from payments

Which sentence correctly uses "onset"?

• She onset the table with plates and cups.

• The onset of winter brought cold temperatures and snow.

"Affluence" is best described as:

• Poverty or lack of resources

• Abundance of wealth and prosperity

• Physical illness

• Musical talent

What does "illicit" mean?

• Legal and permitted

• Bright and illuminated

• Forbidden or unlawful

• Educational and informative

Which sentence uses "taut" correctly?

• The rope was pulled taut across the ravine.

• She taut her sister how to ride a bike.

• The taut cake was delicious.

• He was taut about his vacation plans.