Vocab Quiz 8-9 The Hobbit

What does the word "inquisitive" mean?

• Curious or questioning

• Stretched or pulled tight

• With gusto and without reservation

• Without interruption

Which word describes something that is stretched or pulled tight?

• Heartily

• Taut

• Completely

• Inclined

What is the meaning of "completely"?

• Without interruption

• With everything necessary

• Curious or questioning

• To disturb or move deeply

What does the word "upset" mean?

• To disturb or move deeply

• With everything necessary

• Curious or questioning

• Having a tendency to do something

What is the meaning of "pursue"?

• To disturb or move deeply

• To follow or chase

• With everything necessary

• Curious or questioning

What does the word "errand" mean?

• A long journey

• A short trip for a particular purpose

• A type of vehicle

• A type of food

In the sentence "I pursue my opponent as I try to steal the ball," what does "pursue" mean?

• To ignore

• To follow in order to overtake; to chase

• To give up

• To rest

What is an example of an errand?

• Climbing a mountain

• Running a marathon

• Picking up medication at the pharmacy

• Attending a concert

What part of speech is the word "errand"?

• Verb

• Adjective

• Noun

• Adverb

Which of the following sentences uses the word "potent" correctly?

• The potent breeze was barely noticeable.

• The potent medicine quickly relieved the pain.

• The potent book was very boring.

• The potent light was very dim.