WorksheetsMultiple-Meaning Words
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Nail: (n) A small metal spike with a broad flat head, typically driven into wood with a hammer.
a)
In order to attach the picture to the wall, Sampson had to nail it in place.
b)
Officer Montgomery was able to nail the suspect after chasing her three blocks on foot.
2.
Jam: (v) To squeeze or pack tightly into a space.
a)
They want to jam at the concert last night, but they weren't invited.
b)
Mom wanted to bring so many clothes, she had to jam them all into her suitcase.
3.
Pool: (v) To share things for the benefit of others.
a)
Jonah and Kyra wanted to pool their money together in order to buy the video game they both wanted.
b)
James was doing so well at pool, he was on a winning streak of 8 games.
4.
Bolt: (n) A flash of lightning leaving a jagged line across the sky.
a)
The bolt came down at such an angle, it electrocuted me on my porch.
b)
The bolt came loose, causing the porch to become unstable.
5.
Season: (v) Add salt, pepper, herbs, and spices to food.
a)
My favorite season begins in October.
b)
I wanted to season the steak just right before cooking.
6.
Novel: (adj) New or unusual in an interesting way.
a)
We finished the novel right before Fall Break.
b)
Jaqueline shared her novel idea with us she was going to use in the Science Fair.
7.
After feeling a cool draft while sitting in her recliner, Kaya called an expert in to take a look.
a)
A current of cool air in a room or confined space.
b)
A preliminary version of a piece of writing.
8.
The squash had to be harvested before the first frost of the season.
a)
Crush or squeeze with force.
b)
An edible gourd.
9.
As the building began to buckle, loud rumbling and screeching could be heard on each of the 30 floors.
a)
Bend or give way under pressure or strain.
b)
A flat frame with a hinged pin, used for joining the ends of a belt.
10.
The current information being handed out in the meeting goes against information they previously presented.
a)
Belonging to the present time.
b)
Body of water or air moving in a definite direction.
11.
Because of all the years Shelley harbored her feelings of anger, she became a very bitter person.
a)
Give a home or shelter to.
b)
To keep in one's mind, especially secretly.
12.
The hatch was sealed tightly in order to keep the water from seeping into the submarine.
a)
Conspire to devise (a plot or plan).
b)
An opening of restricted size allowing passage from one area to another.
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