Vocabulary Quiz: Understanding Words

In a story, a character is described as having an "enormous" appetite. What does "enormous" mean in this context?

• Very small

• Very large

• Average size

• Unusual

If someone is described as "bashful," how might they behave in a group of new friends?

• They would be very loud and outgoing.

• They would be shy and reserved.

• They would be rude and dismissive.

• They would be the leader of the group.

A character in a book is often called "big-headed" because they think they are better than everyone else. What does "big-headed" mean?

• Having a large physical head

• Being very proud or arrogant

• Being very intelligent

• Being very friendly

If a movie is described as "appalling," how would you feel about it?

• You would find it very enjoyable.

• You would think it is very boring.

• You would find it shocking or terrible.

• You would think it is very funny.

In a story, a character is often referred to as "obstinate." What does this suggest about their personality?

• They are very flexible and open-minded.

• They are stubborn and refuse to change their mind.

• They are very easy to persuade.

• They are very cheerful and happy.

If someone is described as "odd," what does that imply about them?

• They are very normal and typical.

• They are strange or unusual.

• They are very popular.

• They are very serious.

When a place is described as "attractive," what does it mean?

• It is very ugly.

• It is very appealing or pleasing to look at.

• It is very boring.

• It is very crowded.

If a person is described as "enormous," which of the following could be true?

• They are very small in stature.

• They are very large in size.

• They are very quick.

• They are very quiet.

A character who is "obstinate" might react how when asked to change their plans?

• They would happily agree to change.

• They would refuse to change their plans.

• They would consider changing.

• They would ask for more information.

If a story features a "bashful" character, what might they struggle with?

• Making new friends easily.

• Speaking in front of a crowd.

• Being the center of attention.

• All of the above.