Vocabulary Mastery Quiz for Seniors

What is the correct spelling of the word that means "to gain or obtain something"?

• aquire

• acquire

• aquirre

• acquier

Answer explanation

The correct spelling is 'acquire', which means to gain or obtain something. The other options are misspellings and do not represent the correct term.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word means "to look forward to something"?

• anticipate

• associate

• adapt

• assess

Answer explanation

The word "anticipate" means to look forward to something, making it the correct choice. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

What is the meaning of the word "boost"?

• To decrease

• To increase or improve

• To ignore

• To reflect

Answer explanation

The word "boost" means to increase or improve something. It is commonly used in contexts like enhancing performance or elevating levels, making "to increase or improve" the correct choice among the options.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word is a synonym for "satisfied"?

• content

• skeptical

• intense

• previous

Answer explanation

The word "content" means being satisfied or at ease, making it a direct synonym for "satisfied." The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does the phrase "around the corner" mean?

• Far away

• About to happen soon

• Impossible

• Unlikely

Answer explanation

The phrase "around the corner" means something is about to happen soon, indicating that an event or change is imminent. This makes "about to happen soon" the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Which word is an antonym for "skeptical"?

• confident

• doubtful

• aware

• intense

Answer explanation

The word "skeptical" implies doubt or disbelief. An antonym would be a word that conveys certainty or assurance. "Confident" fits this definition, as it suggests a strong belief in something, contrasting with skepticism.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which word means "to change in order to fit new conditions"?

• adapt

• assess

• apply

• associate

Answer explanation

The word "adapt" means to change in order to fit new conditions, making it the correct choice. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

What is the correct spelling of the word that means "to participate or become involved"?

• engauge

• engage

• ingage

• engege

Answer explanation

The correct spelling is "engage," which means to participate or become involved. The other options, "engauge," "ingage," and "engege," are incorrect spellings.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word means "to promote"?

• to discourage

• to support or encourage

• to ignore

• to reflect

Answer explanation

The phrase "to support or encourage" directly aligns with the meaning of "to promote," as both involve fostering growth or advancement. The other options, such as "to discourage" and "to ignore," convey opposite or unrelated meanings.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

Which word is a synonym for "meaningful"?

• significant

• previous

• skeptical

• out of the blue

Answer explanation

The word "significant" is a synonym for "meaningful" as both imply importance or value. The other options do not convey this sense of importance, making "significant" the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A