Vocabulary Quizs

penalty

• A reward for good behavior.

• The disadvantage or painful consequences of an action.

• A type of financial investment.

• A method of improving performance.

merely

• And nothing more.

• Only a little bit.

• Just a small amount.

• Simply a fraction.

fetch

• Go or come after and bring or take back.

• To run quickly in a straight line.

• To throw something away.

• To look for something in a hidden place.

tragic

• Very sad, especially involving grief or death or destruction.

• A joyful event that brings happiness.

• A situation that is humorous and light-hearted.

• An event that is neutral and has no emotional impact.

Content

• Satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are

• Feeling unhappy or dissatisfied

• Experiencing a lack of interest

• Being overly critical of oneself

Tranquil

• Calm and free from disturbance

• Loud and chaotic

• Busy and noisy

• Restless and agitated

exasperated

• Greatly annoyed; out of patience.

• Feeling joyful and content.

• Calm and relaxed.

• Excited and enthusiastic.

instinct

• Inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to stimuli.

• A learned behavior through experience.

• A conscious decision made after careful thought.

• A random reaction to external events.

trifle

• A detail that is considered insignificant.

• A type of dessert made with layers of fruit, sponge cake, and custard.

• An important event or occasion.

• A large, complex problem that requires careful consideration.

bewildered

• Extremely confused and uncertain what to do.

• Feeling very happy and content.

• Having a clear understanding of the situation.

• Being indifferent and unconcerned.