Vocabulary Quiz

The mayor’s dictum stated that no one could stay out past midnight. What does dictum mean?

• A speech to a crowd

• A strong feeling of sadness

• An official rule or statement

• A sudden, unexpected event

The starving dog was ravenous, devouring his food in seconds. What does ravenous mean?

• Very hungry or eager

• Lazy and uninterested

• Loud and aggressive

• Nervous and uncertain

The loud cacophony of honking horns and shouting people filled the busy street. What does cacophony mean?

• A harsh, noisy mixture of sounds

• A peaceful and quiet melody

• A strong and important rule

• A fast-moving car

The thunder made the small kitten __________ under the couch.

• cacophony

• proclivity

• pratfall

• cower

He had a __________ for asking too many questions in class.

• cacophony

• proclivity

• pratfall

• stolid

The broken radio produced a __________ of sounds that hurt my ears.

• cacophony

• proclivity

• pratfall

• stolid

Even after hearing bad news, he remained __________, not showing any emotion.

• cacophony

• proclivity

• pratfall

• stolid

The comedian slipped on a banana peel, causing a hilarious __________.

• cacophony

• proclivity

• pratfall

• cower

Montag had a proclivity for asking questions, even when others did not. What does proclivity mean?

• A strong dislike

• A natural habit

• A temporary feeling

• A physical feature

The elephant used its proboscis to grab food. What is a proboscis?

• A large nose or snout

• A sharp musical sound

• A fast-spinning machine

• A law or rule