Vocabulary Quiz for 8th Grade

What does the word 'falter' mean?

• To move quickly and confidently.

• To remain steady and firm.

• To hesitate or waver in action, purpose, or intent.

• To act with certainty and assurance.

What is the meaning of 'idle'?

• Engaged in a task or activity.

• Busy and productive.

• Not active or in use; without purpose or effect.

• Full of energy and enthusiasm.

What does 'keen' describe?

• Showing reluctance or hesitation.

• Lacking interest or motivation.

• Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm.

• Being indifferent or apathetic.

What does 'recede' mean?

• To advance or move forward.

• To approach or come closer.

• To move back or away; to withdraw.

• To remain in place.

What is the definition of 'sullen'?

• Optimistic and hopeful.

• Friendly and outgoing.

• Bad-tempered and sulky; gloomy.

• Cheerful and lively.

What does 'waft' mean?

• To remain stationary.

• To pass or cause to pass gently through the air.

• To sink or descend rapidly.

• To move swiftly and forcefully.

Which word means 'to hesitate or waver in action'?

• Keen

• Falter

• Recede

• Idle

Which word describes something 'not active or in use'?

• Idle

• Waft

• Sullen

• Keen

Which word means 'having or showing eagerness'?

• Recede

• Falter

• Keen

• Sullen

Which word means 'to move back or away'?

• Waft

• Recede

• Keen

• Idle