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9th Qtr 1/Week 1

Total questions: 16

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following words is a synonym of "fathom"?

a)

misunderstand

b)

not get

c)

apprehend

d)

ignore

2.

During a class discussion, James struggled to fathom the complex theory. Which of the following words is an antonym of "fathom"?

a)

understand

b)

accept

c)

not get

d)

follow

3.

Which of the following words is a synonym of "fathom"?

a)

misunderstand

b)

accept

c)

not get

d)

ignore

4.

During a group project, Arjun tried to thwart the team's progress. Which of the following is a synonym of "thwart"?

a)

Encourage

b)

Aid

c)

Impede

d)

Help

5.

Aiden was trying to complete his project, but his efforts were constantly being thwarted. Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of "thwart"?

a)

Stymie

b)

Prevent

c)

Encourage

d)

Foil

6.

Which of the following is an antonym of "thwart"?

a)

Stop

b)

Aid

c)

Impede

d)

Block

7.

During a science experiment, Anika tried to follow the instructions, but one step seemed to baffle her. What does the word "baffle" mean in this context?

a)

To enlighten

b)

To confuse or perplex

c)

To entertain

d)

To simplify

8.

If a situation is baffling, it is:

a)

Easy to understand

b)

Confusing

c)

Clear

d)

Simple

9.

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for "baffle"?

a)

Confuse

b)

Perplex

c)

Enlighten

d)

Bewilder

10.

Mason encountered a situation that might baffle someone. Which of the following is an example of that situation?

a)

A simple math problem

b)

A clear road sign

c)

A complicated puzzle

d)

An easy recipe

11.

What is the base form of the word "baffling"?

a)

Baffled

b)

Baffle

c)

Baffler

d)

Bafflement

12.

Liam was trying to solve a complex puzzle, but he found it very difficult to understand. Which of the following words can be used to describe something that confuses or perplexes?

a)

Enlighten

b)

Clear up

c)

Baffle

d)

Explain

13.

When entering the classroom,

a)

wait for the previous class to exit

b)

come on in when you get here

c)

race to any open seat

14.

In the last minute of class, you should NOT

a)

remain seated

b)

tell you table partners something nice

(salutations)

c)

put your materials away

d)

line up at the door

15.

Mrs. Smith's brother is ...

a)

Mr. Prather

b)

Mr. Rutherford

c)

Mr. Sauceda

d)

Mr. Reardon

16.

What is the school's mascot?

a)

Goat

b)

Lamb

c)

Tiger

d)

Lion