Vocabulary Skills Quiz for Grade 3

What is the definition of the word "enormous"?

• Very small

• Very large

• Very fast

• Very slow

Which word is a synonym for "happy"?

• Sad

• Joyful

• Angry

• Tired

Which word is an antonym for "difficult"?

• Hard

• Easy

• Challenging

• Tough

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "glistening" in the sentence: "The morning dew made the grass glistening in the sunlight."

• Dull

• Shiny

• Dry

• Rough

Which word best completes the sentence? "The kitten was so _______ that it fit in the palm of my hand."

• Enormous

• Tiny

• Heavy

• Loud

Identify the synonym for "brave" in the following sentence: "The courageous firefighter saved the family from the burning building."

• Scared

• Cowardly

• Courageous

• Nervous

Read the sentence and determine the meaning of the word "frigid": "The frigid wind made everyone shiver and wrap their coats tighter."

• Warm

• Cold

• Gentle

• Hot

Which word is an antonym for "ancient" in the sentence: "The ancient ruins were contrasted by the modern skyscrapers in the city."

• Old

• Historic

• Modern

• Antique

Use context clues to determine the meaning of "exhausted" in the sentence: "After running the marathon, she was so exhausted that she could barely stand."

• Energetic

• Tired

• Excited

• Happy

Which word best completes the sentence? "The _______ puppy wagged its tail and barked happily at everyone it met."

• Angry

• Friendly

• Sad

• Lazy