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Vocabulary Test: Roots, Hunger Games , and Mythology

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 13mins

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Class
Date
1.

Fill in the blank: The Latin root 'mort' in the word 'Mortal' means ____.

a)

Life

b)

Death

c)

Light

d)

Time

2.

What does the word 'Synchronize' mean?

a)

To stop

b)

To happen or operate at the same time

c)

To write

d)

To measure

3.

What is the meaning of the word 'Territory'?

a)

A type of food

b)

An area of land under a particular rule or ownership

c)

A kind of animal

d)

A musical instrument.

4.

What does the word 'Camouflage' mean?

a)

To reveal

b)

To disguise or blend in with surroundings

c)

To illuminate

d)

To judge.

5.

Fill in the blank: The prefix 'in-' in the word 'Intimidating' means ____.

a)

Out

b)

Into

c)

Over

d)

Under

6.

What is the meaning of the word 'Competence'?

a)

The ability to do something successfully

b)

To fail

c)

To hide

d)

To judge

7.

What does the word 'Philosophy' mean?

a)

The study of fundamental truths about knowledge and existence

b)

To hide

c)

To write

d)

To measure

8.

Fill in the blank: The Greek root 'epos' means ______.

a)

A) death

b)

B) story

c)

C) speak

d)

D) maze

9.

Fill in the blank: The Minotaur lived in a ______.

a)

prophecy

b)

labyrinth

c)

epic

d)

oracle

10.

Fill in the blank: Unicorns are ______ creatures.

a)

legendary

b)

mythical

c)

heroic

d)

epic

11.

Which of the following best demonstrates a "heroic" action?

a)

A person sacrifices their comfort to help someone in need, even at great risk to themselves.

b)

A person avoids challenges because they fear failure.

c)

A person accepts praise for someone else's achievement

d)

A person completes an easy task and expects a reward.

12.

What is the original meaning of 'Olympian'?

a)

Mountain home of Greek gods

b)

A type of prophecy

c)

A Greek hero

d)

A tragic story

13.

Which of the following best describes something that is "mythological"?

a)

A true historical event supported by evidence

b)

A modern tale set in a realistic, everyday environment

c)

A scientific theory that explains natural phenomena

d)

A fictional story involving gods, heroes, or supernatural events.

14.

Fill in the blank: The collection of myths belonging to a culture is called _______.

a)

Tragedy

b)

Mythology

c)

Nemesis

d)

Prophecy

15.

Fill in the blank: A rival or foe, often associated with justice or punishment, is called a _______.

a)

Tragedy

b)

Mythology

c)

Nemesis

d)

Prophecy

16.

Tragedy (Root: "tragos" = goat; "oide" = song)

  • Meaning: A story with a sad or disastrous ending, often involving heroes.

  • Example: Many Greek myths end in tragedy for the main characters.


Which of the following best describes a key characteristic of a tragedy in literature?

a)

A story that concludes with the hero achieving all their goals and living happily ever after.

b)

A narrative that focuses on the hero’s journey and ultimately results in a downfall due to their own flaws or external forces.

c)

A plot where supernatural events lead to a comedic resolution.

d)

A tale that avoids conflict and emphasizes harmony among characters.

17.

Which of the following is an example of judicious behavior?

a)

Ignoring all advice from others

b)

Spending all your money without thinking

c)

Acting recklessly during an important task

d)

Carefully planning how to save and spend your money

18.

Katniss showed great aptitude for:

a)

Archery

b)

Writing poetry

c)

Solving puzzles

d)

Singing songs

19.

Which of the following best describes someone who is "meticulous"?

a)

Careless and rushed

b)

Always changing their plans

c)

Attentive to detail and thorough

d)

Focused on the big picture only

20.

In mythology, what role does an oracle often play?

a)

A leader who rules over a kingdom

b)

A person who delivers divine messages and predictions

c)

A warrior who protects the gods from harm

d)

A scribe who records historical events

21.

Which of the following best describes a "legendary" figure?

a)

A character known only to their local community

b)

Someone whose deeds are remarkable enough to inspire stories passed down through generations

c)

A person who is forgotten shortly after their time

d)

A figure who is only mentioned in historical records, not myths

22.

Which scenario best illustrates a "prophecy"?

a)

A teacher advising students to study for a test

b)

A scientist making a guess about tomorrow’s weather

c)

A parent telling a bedtime story

d)

A divine message predicting the fall of a great city

23.

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the meaning of "immortal"?

a)

The hero drank from a magical fountain and could no longer die.

b)

The artist’s works became famous long after their death.

c)

The old building was restored to its original state.

d)

The ancient tree stood tall for a hundred years.

24.

What does it mean for someone to be "proficient" in a skill?

a)

They are unfamiliar with the skill but willing to learn.

b)

They can teach the skill to others without practicing it themselves.

c)

They have advanced knowledge and are able to perform tasks skillfully and effectively.

d)

They have mastered the basics but cannot perform complex tasks.

25.

What is the difference between a manuscript and a published book?

a)

A manuscript is only written by hand, while a published book is typed.

b)

A manuscript is a draft or original document, while a published book is the final version made available to readers.

c)

A manuscript is used only for research, while a published book is for storytelling.

d)

A manuscript is written by one person, while a published book is written by a team.