Gr.8 Unit 10 Vocab ZF

What does the word accord most nearly mean?

• Conflict

• Agreement

• Confusion

• Disinterest

Which sentence best uses the word engross?

• She engrossed her sweater tightly around her shoulders.

• He was engrossed in the novel and lost track of time.

• The scientist engrossed a new theory.

• The artist engrossed the wall with graffiti.

The word impending most closely means:

• Cancelled

• Distant

• About to happen

• Preventable

Which of the following best illustrates the word veritable?

• The veritable painting was abstract.

• His fear was a veritable storm of panic.

• She veritabled her thoughts aloud.

• It was a veritable mistake.

What does the word transition refer to?

• A sudden stop

• A noisy argument

• A process of change

• A repeated motion

Choose the best synonym for curt.

• Polite

• Brief and rude

• Long and elaborate

• Warm and friendly

Which sentence best shows the meaning of entail?

• The job entails long hours and hard work.

• He entailed the envelope in the mail.

• The entail was bright red.

• The entail of the book was lost.

To rue something means to:

• Forget it

• Regret it deeply

• Celebrate it

• Explain it clearly

Which situation shows someone being upbraided?

• A student is praised for a perfect score.

• A teacher calmly asks a question.

• A boss scolds an employee for being late.

• Two friends exchange gifts.

What is the best definition of vitality?

• A legal document

• A serious illness

• Liveliness or energy

• Old age