Q3 Vocabulary Practice Quiz

Samuel decided to advocate for more green spaces in his community. What does the verb "advocate" mean in this context?

• To oppose strongly

• To publicly recommend or support

• To ignore completely

• To criticize harshly

David is working on a challenging project at work. Which adjective describes him if he is showing great care and perseverance?

• Docile

• Heinous

• Assiduous

• Obscure

What is the meaning of the verb "bolster"?

• To weaken

• To support or strengthen

• To criticize

• To ignore

Anika and Kai decided to collaborate on their science project. What does the verb "collaborate" mean in this context?

• To work jointly on an activity

• To work alone

• To oppose a project

• To criticize a plan

During a school debate, Benjamin stated that he deplored the new policy that restricted students from using their phones during lunch breaks. What does the verb "deplore" mean in this context?

• To express joy

• To feel or express strong disapproval

• To support wholeheartedly

• To ignore completely

In a classroom setting, which adjective would best describe a student like Maya who is ready to accept control or instruction from her teacher?

• Recalcitrant

• Docile

• Meticulous

• Tumultuous

What does the verb "emulate" mean?

• To ignore

• To match or surpass by imitation

• To criticize

• To destroy

During a group project, Henry noticed that his comments tended to "exacerbate" the situation. What does "exacerbate" mean in this context?

• To improve

• To make worse

• To ignore

• To support

Which adjective describes something utterly odious or wicked?

• Heinous

• Docile

• Meticulous

• Obscure

Grace is studying the plants in her local area. She wants to know which plants are considered "indigenous". What does the adjective "indigenous" mean?

• Foreign

• Originating naturally in a particular place

• Artificially created

• Imported