Vocabulary and Word Meaning Quiz

Read the following sentence: "The scientist's hypothesis was that the plant would grow faster with more sunlight." What does the word "hypothesis" mean in this context?

• A guess based on evidence

• A proven fact

• A random thought

• A detailed experiment

Which of the following words contains a Greek root meaning "earth"?

• Geography

• Biology

• Astronomy

• Psychology

In the sentence, "The wind howled like a wolf in the night," what type of figurative language is used?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Choose the sentence that uses the word "conduct" correctly.

• The conductor will conduct the orchestra tonight.

• The conduct of the river was very fast.

• She will conduct the cake in the oven.

• The conduct of the book was thrilling.

What does the prefix "un-" in the word "unhappy" mean?

• Very

• Not

• Again

• Before

Read the passage: "The ancient ruins were a mystery to the archaeologists. They had to decipher the symbols on the walls to understand the civilization." What does "decipher" mean in this context?

• Destroy

• Translate

• Ignore

• Build

Which sentence uses the word "current" correctly?

• The current of the river was strong.

• She wore a current dress to the party.

• He will current the meeting tomorrow.

• The current was delicious.

The word "television" contains a Greek root. What does the root "tele" mean?

• Sound

• Far

• Light

• Small

In the sentence, "The classroom was a zoo during recess," what type of figurative language is used?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Choose the sentence that uses the word "project" correctly.

• The project of the movie was very loud.

• She will project her voice so everyone can hear.

• He project the ball into the basket.

• The project was delicious.