Vocabulary Review Quiz

What is the meaning of the word 'peril'?

• Safety

• Serious and imminent danger

• Happiness

• Calmness

Fill in the blank: The word 'condole' means to express ______ for someone.

• Anger

• Sympathy

• Joy

• Surprise

Which of the following words suggests that something unpleasant is likely to happen?

• Joyful

• Ominous

• Bright

• Cheerful

Fill in the blank: The word 'putrid' describes something that is ______ and has an unpleasant smell.

• Fresh

• Decayed

• Clean

• New

What does the word 'dejection' mean?

• Happiness

• The feeling of being unhappy

• Excitement

• Enthusiasm

Fill in the blank: Something that is 'frivolous' is considered ______ and not important.

• Serious

• Silly

• Essential

• Critical

What is the meaning of the word 'ceased'?

• Continued

• Stopped or ended

• Began

• Started

Fill in the blank: A 'prominent' person is someone who is ______ and famous.

• Unknown

• Important

• Hidden

• Ordinary

Which word means 'clear or obvious to the eye or mind'?

• Hidden

• Manifest

• Concealed

• Obscure

Fill in the blank: 'Insight' refers to a deep understanding of a ______ or thing.

• Person

• Surface

• Shadow

• Illusion