WorksheetsVocabulary Set 7
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 14mins
In which sentence is the meaning of the word amiss suggested?
The neighbor called the police when she suspected that the house next door was being broken into.
Many children do not like to eat green vegetables.
The boy sprinted across the field, headed to the creek for a day of swimming.
The grandparents were left to raise the child after the child's parents were killed in a car accident.
Which word is a synonym for brawl?
hate
noteworthy
foster
quarrel
shrill
In which sentence is the meaning of the word detest suggested?
Mandy hates going to school and tries to find any excuse she can to stay home every day.
Maleah is uncomfortable when she is around deep water.
Shannon likes to read and write poetry.
Bartholomew inherited 500 acres out West from his father.
Which of the following animals is NOT typically considered domestic?
dog
wolf
cat
bird
In which sentence is the meaning of the word flagrant suggested?
When my grandmother first came to this country, she took a job as a housekeeper.
After you eat a meal, you should brush your teeth.
The young boy liked sitting in the front of the room during class.
Running a red light shows a blatant disregard for the law.
In which sentence is the meaning of the word flaw suggested?
The clothes in that store cost much less because each item has an imperfection.
The ambulance drove at speeds excessive of 80 mph.
The child clearly did not want to go to school.
It was cute to see the dog and cat playing together.
In which sentence is the meaning of the word fledgling suggested?
It was the policeman's last day on the job, and the squad had planned a nice retirement party for him.
He has been mayor of our town for 15 years.
The two children fought over the toy.
She was terrified to go near the water because she was afraid of drowning.
It was the attorney's first case, and he was extremely nervous about being in the courtroom.
What is a synonym for fluster?
Conform
Neglect
Agitate
Support
In which sentence is the meaning of the word foremost suggested?
You should pay your bills before spending money on trivial items.
After you finish your meal, you may have dessert.
Reread each question before answering any of them.
The middle child is usually more difficult to handle in some families.
If an object has no momentum, it must be
flexible.
stationary.
movable.
lightweight.
It was one of the most important parties in Hollywood, and many ________ people were in attendance.
flawless
flagrant
nurtured
notable
In which sentence is the meaning of the word nurture suggested?
The dog bit the mailman on his left ankle.
The brother and sister barely spoke to each other all day.
The mama cat took good care of her kittens.
The chef accidentally scorched the dish he was preparing.
Which of the following is an example of a paradox?
"Just be you."
"There is only one way to avoid criticism."
"I can resist anything but temptation."
"You get what you settle for."
In which sentence is the meaning of the word perjury suggested?
He was very happy that he was able to avoid doing jury duty.
It was evident that the witness had lied on the stand.
The judge overruled the attorney's objection to the question.
The bailiff had to remove an unruly person from the courtroom.
Please don't ________ that I stole the money just because my sister stole from you once before.
amiss
fluster
presume
flagrant
In which sentence is the meaning of the word prior suggested?
After high school, I plan to attend college for a couple of years and travel some, too.
Music is more important among my interests.
It is wonderful to watch chimpanzees training their young.
Before my mom married my dad, she lived in Europe for three years.
In which sentence is the meaning of the word proficient suggested?
Mrs. Ruggles remained watchful of her grandson.
Before becoming a cheerleader, Betsy had been crowned homecoming queen.
Mark Kinney is an expert at lying.
Mr. Griffin seemed to contradict himself.
In which sentence is the meaning of the word salvo suggested?
In Greek myths characters fear the intense anger of the gods.
The audience erupted in a burst of laughter at the hilarious comedian.
The teacher took for granted that all of the students knew their multiplication facts.
The young man certainly showed promise of becoming a skilled carpenter.
An antonym for vigilant is
inattentive.
youthful.
experienced.
capable.
In which sentence is the meaning of the word wrath suggested?
The boy's parents were furious with him for sneaking out of the house at night and taking their car.
It was so exciting to meet a famous person.
The family was heartbroken at the loss of their mother and grandmother.
The employee learned that she might soon get a raise.
