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Spelling Test 12

Total questions: 24

Worksheet time: 22mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.


In a split second decision, the student decided to ______________ left and go home instead of heading to her classes.

a)

caper

b)

hover

c)

veer

d)

rapier

2.

Read the definitions carefully. Then choose the correct word in which it is defined.

to promote the growth or development of; further; encourage:

to care for or cherish.

a)

batter

b)

deter

c)

tether

d)

foster

3.

Read the definition carefully. Then decide what word it defines.

to physically strike someone or something over and over in an attempt to hurt/damage

a)

batter

b)

somber

c)

lackluster

d)

interloper

4.

Read the prompt carefully. Then substitute the highlighted word with a word from your spelling list.


When they heard about all the recent break-ins around the neighborhood, they bought a huge dog that would be sure to hinder any uninvited visitors.

a)

fetter

b)

defer

c)

deter

d)

rapier

5.

Select three synonyms for the word " DETER"

a)

praise break, stop, halted

b)

block, dampen, discourage

c)

tell, alert, restrain

d)

rule out , jammed, align

6.

After reading the definition, what word is being defined?


INFORMAL

an illicit or ridiculous activity or escapade.

(a)  

7.

Choose the correct definition for "tether"

a)

chained to a tree to stop barking.

b)

tie (an animal) with a rope or chain so as to restrict its movement.

c)

roped place around the neck to stop movement and bark.

d)

limiting the movement of the vicious dog.

8.

Examine the photo carefully.

Write a persuasive paragraph convincing the reader of your finding. In your paragraph should include the following:

1. At least two different types of "figurative languages"

2. " Use the word " tether" in your paragraph.

3. Give a suggestion on how the animal should be treated.

4. Correct spelling of each word used.

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9.

Choose the correct sentence where the word " somber" is used correctly.

a)

He flashed her a secretive smile before covering it up with a more somber expression.

b)

All somber long, he was doing fine until it was time to go back to school.

c)

In the meantime, you should not include her because of the somber actions she displayed.

d)

None of the above is correct.

10.

Read the prompt carefully. Then decide how you would classify the character. The word must come from week 12 spelling.

Joan hates spending her money. She normally would open other bank accounts in order to hide money from her family members and children so she could not spend it on them. She would not pay bills, or purchase food with her own money. How would you classify Joan?

a)

hover

b)

muster

c)

miser

d)

rapier

11.

A person who campaigns vigorously for political, social, or religious change; a campaigner is called a (a)   .

12.

an act of remaining in the air in one place is to (a)   .

13.

Choose the correct definition for the word "MUSTER"

a)

a hot-tasting yellow or brown paste made from the crushed seeds of certain plants, typically eaten with meat or used as a cooking ingredient.

b)

assemble (troops), especially for inspection or in preparation for battle.

c)

make (someone) feel frightened, disturbed, or in danger.

d)

the process by which different kinds of living organism are believed to have developed from earlier forms during the history of the earth.

14.

Read the definition carefully. Choose TRUE if the definition is correct or false if the definition is incorrect.

FETTER

Definition: a pair of chains that were tied round the legs of prisoners to prevent them from escaping.

a)

True

b)

false

15.

Choose three synonym for the word" lackluster"

a)

uncommon, untried, unselected

b)

uninspiring, dull, humdrum

c)

bright, bold, cold

d)

test, corrected quizzed,

16.

Choose the sentence where the word "interloper" is used correctly.

a)

During the night, the scene of the interloper was rather unusual.

b)

He thought that the interloper left him a note before leaving.

c)

i felt interloper when I am in English class.

d)

Because I am not an actor, I feel like an interloper in this acting class.

17.

Unscramble the following letters correctly.


a i r e r p

(a)  

18.

Read the prompt thoroughly. Then select the correct word to complete the sentence.


of, relating to, or characterized by impertinence or effrontery:


The student was kept late for ___________ behavior.

a)

defer

b)

impudent

c)

turbulent

d)

somber

19.

Read the prompt thoroughly. Then select the correct word to complete the sentence.


Having or indicating a readiness or over-readiness to be generous to or lenient with someone.


Whenever my sister comes around, she brags about all the expensive gifts her _______________ husband buys for her.

a)

indulgent

b)

miser

c)

pungent

d)

veer

20.

Choose the correct definition for the word " turbulent"

a)

extreme shaking during a plane ride

b)

bouncing from left to right

c)

being in a wild or disordered state

d)

being able to shake in your seat without physical moving

21.

Unscramble the following letters correctly.

t e n u r u t b l

(a)  

22.

Choose the correct definition and sentence for the word pungent.

a)

smelling or tasting very strong and sharp: The pungent whiff of a goat

b)

sharply affecting the organs of taste or smell, as if by a penetrating power; biting; acrid. The animal pungent the area

c)

a bold dirty smell: His smell pungent the area.

d)

None of the above.

23.

Use the clues to help you choose the correct spelling word.


1. To bring up

2 nurture

3.help raise


These clues represent the word (a)   .

24.

To remain one place in the air , float on air, hang around or float like a butterfly is basically to (a)   over something.