Vocabulary and Context Clues Quiz

Which vocabulary word best describes someone who feels embarrassed after forgetting their homework?

• sheepish

• scornful

• mantra

• clenched

What kind of look is described as not very kind and shows disapproval?

• scornful

• grimace

• mantra

• sheepish

Which word means a facial expression that shows pain or discomfort?

• grimace

• smirk

• mantra

• clenched

What is a repeated phrase or saying that someone uses to encourage themselves called?

• mantra

• grimace

• smirk

• scornful

A student repeats "Tomorrow is a new day" to themselves. Why might this be considered a mantra? (DoK Level 3)

• Because it is a phrase they repeat for encouragement

• Because it is a type of homework

• Because it is a kind of look

• Because it is a way to show anger

What does the word "dejected" most closely mean?

• Happy

• Excited

• Appearing sad or downcast

• Energetic

Which facial expression is described as a slight smile showing satisfaction?

• Grimace

• Frown

• Smirk

• Glare

A grimace is a facial expression that usually shows which emotion?

• Disgust

• Happiness

• Surprise

• Interest

Imagine you see someone with a slight smile after winning a game, but they are trying not to show off. Which word best describes their expression?

• Grimace

• Smirk

• Frown

• Sheepish

You are writing a story and want to describe a character who feels embarrassed after making a mistake in front of the class. Which word would best describe their facial expression?

• Dejected

• Sheepish

• Smirk

• Grimace