Vocabulary Quiz: Dark Descriptions

What does the word "devoid" mean?

• Full of something

• Lacking or free from something

• Overflowing with something

• Covered with something

Which of the following best describes the word "macabre"?

• Cheerful and lively

• Relating to death or the gruesome

• Bright and colorful

• Peaceful and serene

What does "eerily" mean?

• In a calm and soothing manner

• In a strange and frightening way

• In a joyful and happy manner

• In a loud and noisy way

The word "specter" refers to:

• A type of plant

• A ghost or phantom

• A musical instrument

• A type of weather phenomenon

What does "dilapidated" mean?

• In excellent condition

• In a state of disrepair or ruin

• Newly built or constructed

• Highly decorated and ornate

Which of the following best describes "surreptitious"?

• Done openly and publicly

• Done secretly or stealthily

• Done with great enthusiasm

• Done with reluctance

If something is "devoid" of life, it is:

• Full of living creatures

• Completely lacking life

• Partially inhabited

• Overrun with plants

A "macabre" story would most likely include:

• A happy ending

• A humorous plot

• Gruesome or horrifying details

• A romantic theme

An "eerily" quiet night might make someone feel:

• Comforted and relaxed

• Unsettled and anxious

• Excited and energetic

• Bored and uninterested

A "dilapidated" building is most likely:

• Newly renovated

• Falling apart and in poor condition

• Under construction

• Well-maintained and clean