Vocabulary Test wk 224

What is the correct meaning of "except"?

• To receive something willingly

• To leave out or exclude

• To increase in size or volume

• A traditional story with magical elements

Which sentence uses "accept" correctly?

• She will not accept the gift.

• He excepted the invitation to the party.

• Everyone was there accept John.

• They wanted to except the rule.

What does "amplify" mean?

• To make something stronger or louder

• To take something away from someone

• To confuse or frustrate someone

• A type of folktale with magical creatures

Which of the following is an example of a "myth"?

• The story of Paul Bunyan

• The tale of Zeus and the gods of Mount Olympus

• A bedtime story about fairies

• A funny story about a talking animal

What makes a "legend" different from a myth?

• It includes magical creatures.

• It is always true.

• It is based on a real person or event but exaggerated over time.

• It always includes talking animals.

Which of the following describes a "fable"?

• A story that teaches a moral lesson, often with animals as characters

• A story with fairies and magical creatures

• A story passed down about a real historical event

• A story that explains how the world was created

A "tall tale" is best described as:

• A realistic story based on true events

• A humorous story with extreme exaggeration

• A short story with a clear moral lesson

• A traditional fairy tale

Which of the following is a characteristic of a "fairy tale"?

• It always includes historical facts.

• It teaches a moral lesson with talking animals.

• It often includes magical elements, fairies, or enchanted settings.

• It is based on a real person but exaggerated over time.

If someone is "flustered," they are:

• Calm and relaxed

• Confused and nervous

• Happy and excited

• Angry and frustrated

What does "confiscate" mean?

• To give someone a reward

• To take away something, often as a punishment or for safety reasons

• To return something that was lost

• To offer something for free