Vocabulary and Contextual Usage Quiz

During a school assembly, Grace was asked to leave the auditorium for causing a disturbance. What does the word "expelled" mean in this context?

• welcomed

• invited

• kicked out

• promoted

In a story, Taylor found a magical potion that made him immortal. What does this mean?

• able to live forever

• very old

• wise

• powerful

After winning the championship game, how did William feel?

• defeated

• victorious

• angry

• confused

Jordin was conducting a science experiment where she heated water until it vaporized. What does "vaporized" mean in this context?

• solidified

• melted

• frozen

• turned into gas

Taylor has an irresistible urge to take things from stores without paying for them, even though they don't need them. What is the best definition for the word "kleptomania"?

• fear of stealing

• love of shopping

• irresistible urge to steal

• ability to pick locks

Nico has always found it challenging to keep up with his classmates when it comes to reading. What is the best definition for the word "dyslexia"?

• difficulty with math

• difficulty with reading

• difficulty with speaking

• difficulty with writing

After cheating, John was ______ from school.

• expelled

• admired

• recognized

• praised

In Taylor and Grace's literature class, they often discuss ______ from gods and goddesses in Greek myths.

• immortal

• mortal

• human

• legendary

After winning the championship, Sawyer and the team felt ______.

• triumphant

• dejected

• anxious

• indifferent

During a science experiment, Taylor and Jordin observed how water ______ when boiled.

• vaporized

• condensed

• frozen

• sublimated