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Grade 5 Word Definition Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of the word 'grotesque'?

a)

ordinary and plain

b)

strange and ugly in a way that is not normal or natural

c)

elegant and graceful

d)

beautiful and natural

2.

Define the word 'oppressive'.

a)

Unjustly inflicting hardship and constraint, especially on a minority or other subordinate group

b)

Generous and lenient

c)

Kind and compassionate

d)

Fair and equitable

3.

What does 'sarcastic' mean?

a)

Expressing love and admiration

b)

Using irony to mock or convey contempt

c)

Being sincere and genuine

d)

Using humor to make someone laugh

4.

Explain the meaning of 'calculative'.

a)

Rash and impulsive in making decisions

b)

Spontaneous and carefree in making decisions

c)

Hesitant and uncertain in making decisions

d)

Cautious and deliberate in making decisions or taking actions

5.

Define the word 'superstitious'.

a)

Belief in supernatural forces or irrational beliefs

b)

Trust in proven facts

c)

Fear of heights

d)

Belief in scientific evidence

6.

What is the definition of 'defiant'?

a)

To follow authority without question

b)

To be unsure or indecisive

c)

To resist or challenge authority or rules

d)

To be in agreement with rules and regulations

7.

Explain the meaning of 'inferior'.

a)

higher in rank, status, or quality

b)

middle in rank, status, or quality

c)

superior in rank, status, or quality

d)

lower in rank, status, or quality

8.

Define the word 'excessive'.

a)

More than is necessary or normal

b)

Exactly the right amount

c)

Moderate and balanced

d)

Less than is necessary or normal

9.

What does 'malicious' mean?

a)

Intending to do harm

b)

Feeling sorry for someone

c)

Being kind and helpful

d)

Accidentally causing harm

10.

Explain the meaning of 'impulsive'.

a)

To take time to make a decision before acting

b)

To act or do something without thinking carefully beforehand

c)

To act based on careful consideration and analysis

d)

To plan and consider all possible outcomes before acting