Vocabulary Quiz

Lauren loves to read. She frequently spends her Saturday afternoons curled up with a book. The word "frequently" means:

• never

• often

• sometimes

Maria noticed that Mrs. Lynn’s curtains were still closed. Maria thought that was peculiar because Mrs. Lynn always opened her curtains every morning. The word "peculiar" means:

• odd

• good

• foolish

You must never explore a cave by yourself. It is essential for you to go with at least one other person. The word "essential" means:

• not important

• very important

• acceptable

Mara worried that the kids at school would make fun of her new glasses. She did not want to be mocked just for having poor vision. The word "mocked" means:

• admired

• teased

• hated

Benjamin ate three pieces of cake and two scoops of ice cream. An hour later, his stomach felt **queasy**, and he decided to lie down for a while. The word **queasy** means:

• better

• empty

• sick

Mom spent all day working in the garden. She felt **weary** and just wanted to go to bed. The word **weary** means:

• tired

• sick

• annoyed

Allan was always bragging and showing off. His brother, David, on the other hand, was a quiet and **humble** boy. The word **humble** means:

• well behaved

• not annoying

• not prideful

No one lived in the old house. The paint was peeling, and the yard was overgrown. It had been **vacant** for a long time. The word **vacant** means:

• haunted

• empty

• lonely

The word "fragile" means:

• easily broken

• beautiful

• useful

The word "portions" means:

• parts

• plates

• desserts