WorksheetsSadlier Vocabulary Level C Unit 1-9 Review
Total questions: 34
Worksheet time: 25mins
The actual inventor of the nail is unknown, but bronze nails can be traced back to Egypt as early as 2400 BCE. As soon as humans discovered that heating iron ore could form metal, it didn't take long to shape metal into durable nails. The first evidence of nail-making occurred in Rome 2000 years ago. Large Roman fortresses had workshops where blacksmiths would craft nails that the army required.
What does durable most likely mean as it is used in this paragrpah?
sturdy
ancient
obsolete
flimsy
The manufacturing of nails has evolved over time; the days of crafting nails exclusively by hand came to an end in 1600 when the "Oliver" machine was invented. One important attribute of this machine was that it beat metal into different shapes, but it still only crafted one nail at a time. Some families, regardless of socioeconomic status, still enjoyed the process of making nails by hand. Families in the 13 colonies often manufactured nails in their homes; even Thomas Jefferson was a fervent creator of handmade nails. In 1796, a nail-cutting machine automated the process; this invention manufactured a myriad quantity of cut nails quickly, and it allowed all nails to have a uniform shape. Soon, the United States became a leader in nail manufacturing, and it still retains that title.
What is the meaning of evolved as it is used in this paragraph?
completed
paused
unfolded
created
The manufacturing of nails has evolved over time; the days of crafting nails exclusively by hand came to an end in 1600 when the "Oliver" machine was invented. One important attribute of this machine was that it beat metal into different shapes, but it still only crafted one nail at a time. Some families, regardless of socioeconomic status, still enjoyed the process of making nails by hand. Families in the 13 colonies often manufactured nails in their homes; even Thomas Jefferson was a fervent creator of handmade nails. In 1796, a nail-cutting machine automated the process; this invention manufactured a myriad quantity of cut nails quickly, and it allowed all nails to have a uniform shape. Soon, the United States became a leader in nail manufacturing, and it still retains that title.
What is the meaning of attribute as it is used in this paragraph?
function
trait
invention
idea
The manufacturing of nails has evolved over time; the days of crafting nails exclusively by hand came to an end in 1600 when the "Oliver" machine was invented. One important attribute of this machine was that it beat metal into different shapes, but it still only crafted one nail at a time. Some families, regardless of socioeconomic status, still enjoyed the process of making nails by hand. Families in the 13 colonies often manufactured nails in their homes; even Thomas Jefferson was a fervent creator of handmade nails. In 1796, a nail-cutting machine automated the process; this invention manufactured a myriad quantity of cut nails quickly, and it allowed all nails to have a uniform shape. Soon, the United States became a leader in nail manufacturing, and it still retains that title.
In this paragraph, Fervent means about the same as?
inexperienced
burgeoning
professional
enthusiastic
The manufacturing of nails has evolved over time; the days of crafting nails exclusively by hand came to an end in 1600 when the "Oliver" machine was invented. One important attribute of this machine was that it beat metal into different shapes, but it still only crafted one nail at a time. Some families, regardless of socioeconomic status, still enjoyed the process of making nails by hand. Families in the 13 colonies often manufactured nails in their homes; even Thomas Jefferson was a fervent creator of handmade nails. In 1796, a nail-cutting machine automated the process; this invention manufactured a myriad quantity of cut nails quickly, and it allowed all nails to have a uniform shape. Soon, the United States became a leader in nail manufacturing, and it still retains that title.
Which word means the opposite of myriad in this paragraph?
sparse
unknown
countless
sufficient
Match the following
Impunity
freedom from punishment
volatile
highly changeable, fickle;
jostle
to bump, shove, or brush against
instill
to add gradually; to cause to be taken
Match the following
maim
to cripple or disable
convey
to transfer ownership or title to;
haggard
thin, pale, or carewarn
nonentity
a person or thing of no importance
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
reading in unison
in a circle
left to right
all together
one at a time
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
perceptible differences
normal
invisible
discernible
curious
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
an appropriate epitaph
title
expression
job
inscription
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
excise the offensive passage
criticize
delete
notice
rework
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
discordant opinions
jarring
disrespectful
foolish
unusual
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
pertinent comments
sarcastic
tasteless
witty
relevant
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
sustained no damage
caused
suffered
resulted in
allowed for
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
a detriment to their careers
relevance
hinderance
help
value
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
unbecoming attire
clothing
hairstyle
makeup
footwear
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
belittled by their opponents
disliked
adored
disparaged
frightened
Which item means the same as the boldface word?
commented in apt fashion
caustic
witty
inane
appropriate
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
several of my cronies
ancestors
chums
rivals
children
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
the anguish in her voice
misery
annoyance
delight
indecision
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
plausible excuses
improbable
acceptable
honest
complicated
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
felt their way along gingerly
quietly
confidently
blindly
tentatively
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
revert to my original statement
default
respond
regress
progress
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
bolster the campaign
impair
commence
organize
support
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
instigated the investigation
assisted
demanded
initiated
quashed
Which item means the opposite of the boldface word?
a decidedly tawdry appearance
strange
refined
vulgar
comical
The sidewalks were so ______ with pedestrians that I had a hard time making my way through the crown
(a)
Before signing the lease, the realtor advised the tenant to add a(n) (a) to the contract that states pets are allowed in the apartment.
In the distance we could make out the forms of the vultures _______ over carrion. (a)
All during their long history, the people of the Netherlands have built barriers to keep the sea from _ (a) on their land.
I can understand why you don't want to take responsibility for this mess, but why are you trying to make me the (a) ?
When they are cubs, lions and other (a) animals play rough-and-tumble games to improve their hunting skills.
What is the meaning of bludgeon?
having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure.
shake with a quivering motion.
a thick stick with a heavy end, used as a weapon.
be undecided between two opinions or courses of action; be irresolute.
14. to declare publicly or officially
proxy
stint
proclaim
avail
