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Vocabulary List #4

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?

What you said is absolute nonsense.

a)

language that is is used for a specific purpose.

b)

language that is clear and to the point.

c)

spoken or written words that have no meaning.

2.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?

The book about earthquakes and other natural disasters was found in the nonfiction section of the school's library.

a)

style of writing that is bases on real events.

b)

style of writing that uses fairy tales to teach a lesson.

c)

style of writing that compares and contrasts two separate topics.

3.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


Tom was called a nonbeliever, because he disagreed Chevy was the best car company.

a)

Someone who trusts everything anyone has ever said.

b)

Someone who follows what others do.

c)

Someone who does not accept the same ideas or ideals.

4.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


Since Claire was deaf, she used nonverbal language to communicate with others.

a)

a form of communication that does not involve speech or any words spoken.

b)

a form of communication involving multiple languages.

c)

a form of spoken language between more than one person.

5.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


I had to ask Ms. Bernales if the clear liquid in the plastic cup was nontoxic...I thought it was water!

a)

a substance or food that can cause illness.

b)

a substance that is not harmful if eaten or touched.

c)

a substance that smells and/ or tastes horrible.

6.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


Kyle had to overcome many obstacles on his road to recovery from a broken ankle.

a)

to let someone or something assist you with a problem.

b)

to let something or someone prevent you from completing a task.

c)

succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.

7.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


Natasha did not want to overwhelm her parents with the news that she failed her final exam, they were already arguing over personal issues.

a)

to have assistance with a task.

b)

to have extra time to complete a task.

c)

to have too much of something and unable to accomplish a task.

8.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


The helicopter buzzed overhead.

a)

to have something within reach.

b)

to have a sound or object above the level of one's head.

c)

to have something situated around your ankle.

9.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


The overflow from Ms. Franchino's coffee cup, landed on her students' projects!

a)

an object that is filled with excess amounts of liquid or objects.

b)

an object that fit easily within a given area.

c)

a puddle of water.

10.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


Knowing what the + and = signs mean, is critical in successfully completing the math problem.


Our math teacher gave us a critical look when solving the problem on the board.

a)

Judgmental and harsh.

b)

Necessary to know, or important

c)

Both are correct.

11.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


The noise level in the gym will decrease as soon as Ms. Abbott steps onto the stage.

a)

less in size, or amount.

b)

great in size or amount.

c)

to move forward quickly.

12.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


Kyle was stationed at the school to defend against possible intruders.

a)

to resist or refuse work.

b)

to protect someone or something from an attack.

c)

to walk quickly.

13.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


The teacher wants to demonstrate how to easily draw a circle.

a)

to do the work for someone.

b)

to clearly show how a task is completed.

c)

to assist a person with a task.

14.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


The witness was asked to describe what happened after the police arrived at the site of the accident.

a)

to assist someone with walking or going up stairs.

b)

to easily confuse or bewilder someone.

c)

to clearly explain a concept or idea in detail.

15.

What is the BEST definition of the bolded word?


It is best not to overreact if you ever smell smoke; calmly get to safety and call for help.

a)

to be overjoyed by and idea or event.

b)

to be underwhelmed by an event.

c)

respond more emotionally that needed.