6th Grade Vocabulary Practice

What does the word "tremor" mean?

• A sudden shake or vibration

• A loud noise

• A bright flash of light

• A strong wind

Choose the best definition for "population":

• A small group of animals

• The total number of people living in an area

• A type of weather pattern

• A school building

The word "suffocate" means:

• To swim underwater

• To feel very happy

• To prevent breathing

• To run quickly

What is a "prelude"?

• A type of musical instrument

• Something that comes after

• An introduction or beginning

• A final ending

"Stupendous" most closely means:

• Boring or dull

• Very small

• Amazingly impressive

• Slightly interesting

The word "scald" refers to:

• A type of fish

• To burn with hot liquid

• To freeze something

• To paint a picture

What does "perish" mean?

• To grow stronger

• To die or be destroyed

• To celebrate

• To travel far

"Dormant" describes something that is:

• Temporarily inactive or sleeping

• Always moving

• Very loud

• Brightly colored

A "painstaking" task is one that:

• Causes physical pain

• Is done quickly

• Requires careful attention to detail

• Is very easy

The word "elegant" means:

• Rough and messy

• Graceful and refined

• Dark and gloomy

• Large and heavy