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125 Vocabulary Words 8th Graders Should Know: List 2

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of the word "adamant"?

a)

Flexible and willing to change

b)

Firm and unyielding

c)

Confused and uncertain

d)

Quiet and reserved

2.

Which sentence correctly uses the word "audacious"?

a)

The audacious plan was to stay home and watch TV all day.

b)

Her audacious decision to skydive surprised everyone.

c)

He was audaciously quiet during the meeting.

d)

The audacious weather was calm and sunny.

3.

Identify a synonym for "concise".

a)

Lengthy

b)

Brief

c)

Complicated

d)

Detailed

4.

What is an antonym for "elusive"?

a)

Obvious

b)

Mysterious

c)

Hidden

d)

Tricky

5.

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: "The teacher was _______ by the students' constant talking."

a)

Elated

b)

Exasperated

c)

Amused

d)

Relieved

6.

What is the definition of "foolhardy"?

a)

Cautious and wise

b)

Recklessly bold

c)

Extremely intelligent

d)

Deeply thoughtful

7.

Which sentence correctly uses the word "gnarled"?

a)

The gnarled tree stood tall and straight.

b)

Her gnarled hands showed years of hard work.

c)

The gnarled road was smooth and easy to drive on.

d)

His gnarled voice was soft and soothing.

8.

Identify a synonym for "implore".

a)

Demand

b)

Beg

c)

Ignore

d)

Command

9.

What is an antonym for "impudent"?

a)

Respectful

b)

Rude

c)

Bold

d)

Sassy

10.

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: "Wearing a seatbelt is _______ in most countries."

a)

Optional

b)

Mandatory

c)

Unnecessary

d)

Forbidden

11.

What is the definition of "pensive"?

a)

Cheerful and carefree

b)

Deeply thoughtful

c)

Extremely angry

d)

Highly energetic

12.

Which sentence correctly uses the word "reprieve"?

a)

The storm was a reprieve from the heat.

b)

He reprieved the ball across the field.

c)

She was reprieved with joy at the news.

d)

The reprieve was loud and unexpected.

13.

Identify a synonym for "shrewd".

a)

Naive

b)

Clever

c)

Foolish

d)

Clumsy

14.

What is an antonym for "succinct"?

a)

Verbose

b)

Clear

c)

Precise

d)

Direct

15.

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: "The lecture was so _______ that many students fell asleep."

a)

Exciting

b)

Tedious

c)

Brief

d)

Engaging