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WorksheetsBorn a Crime Vocab Quiz
Total questions: 51
Worksheet time: 26mins
Which of the following is an example of an atrocity?
A chef making a delicious meal.
A war crime where innocent people are hurt.
A child playing at the park.
A teacher giving homework.
Which situation would most likely lead to a feeling of catharsis?
Watching a sad movie and crying.
Eating a big meal when you're not hungry.
Forgetting to do your homework.
Taking a math test.
Which item would you most likely find in a compendium?
A single grocery list.
A collection of short stories.
A blank notebook.
A pair of sunglasses.
Which person is an expatriate?
A scientist who moves to another country for work.
A student who stays in their hometown forever.
A teacher who takes a summer vacation.
A tourist who visits a place for a few days.
Which situation involves haranguing?
A coach calmly encouraging the team.
A politician yelling angrily at a crowd.
A student whispering to a friend.
A librarian helping a student find a book.
Which sentence best describes someone speaking in an incoherent way?
"The instructions were clear, and I followed them perfectly!"
"Um, so, like, the thing... you know, it’s kind of... what I mean is..."
"I wrote a well-organized essay with three paragraphs."
"My teacher gave me a list of rules to follow."
Which event is an example of an insurrection?
A student asking permission to leave class.
A group of people attacking a government building.
A mayor giving a speech.
A parade celebrating a holiday.
Which person is the most nimble?
A gymnast who can flip and jump quickly.
A turtle moving across the sand.
A heavy truck driving down the highway.
A student who struggles to learn new things.
Which of these is an example of a prodigal action?
Spending all your money on things you don’t need.
Saving money for the future.
Helping a friend with their homework.
Reading a book at the library.
In which situation would you use a proxy?
Voting for someone who is absent.
Cooking your own dinner.
Running a race by yourself.
Writing a personal letter.
What does it mean to quell something?
To make it stronger.
To stop it, often by using force.
To ignore it completely.
To let it grow freely.
What is a possible ramification of not studying for a test?
Getting a low grade.
Winning a sports game.
Going to a concert.
Making a new friend.
What does someone do when they slog through a task?
They work hard but slowly.
They finish quickly and easily.
They give up before finishing.
They find it super exciting.
Which of the following is a viable plan?
Flying to the moon with no spaceship.
Saving money to buy a bicycle.
Running a marathon without training.
Trying to breathe underwater without equipment.
Which of the following is an anomaly?
A fish swimming in water.
A dog that can talk.
A student reading a book.
The sun rising in the morning.
Which sentence describes someone being boisterous?
The librarian spoke in a soft voice.
The kids were shouting and running around at recess.
The student whispered during class.
The cat slept quietly in the sunlight.
Which person is acting in an eccentric way?
A man who always wears a bright yellow top hat.
A teacher who follows the school rules.
A student who does their homework every night.
A chef who cooks using normal ingredients.
Which situation best describes pandemonium?
A quiet classroom where students are reading.
A store on Black Friday with people shouting and pushing.
A family having a calm dinner together.
A librarian checking out books for students.
Which of the following is an example of speaking pejoratively?
"Wow, you did an amazing job on your project!"
"That outfit is so ugly, I can’t believe you wore it."
"I love your new haircut!"
"You are a really kind and helpful person."
Which statement shows a preconception?
"I already know this movie is bad before watching it."
"I watched the movie and formed an opinion."
"I read the book and then decided I liked it."
"I asked questions before making a decision."
Which person is acting in a pugilistic way?
A student studying for a test.
A boxer throwing punches in a match.
A chef baking a cake.
A librarian shelving books.
Which person is staunch in their beliefs?
A fan who always supports their favorite team, win or lose.
A student who changes their opinion every day.
A person who forgets what they believe in.
A chef who keeps switching recipes.
Which person would most likely receive a bursary?
A student who needs help paying for school.
A doctor treating a patient.
A chef cooking a big meal.
A coach leading a sports team.
Which of these buildings is dilapidated?
A brand-new shopping mall.
A house with broken windows, a falling roof, and weeds everywhere.
A school with fresh paint and new desks.
A clean and well-kept library.
Who is acting furtively?
A student who raises their hand to ask a question.
A person sneaking out of the house late at night.
A teacher giving a lesson to the class.
A musician performing on stage.
Which action is malicious?
Helping a friend carry their books.
Tripping someone on purpose so they fall.
Giving a classmate a compliment.
Sharing your lunch with a friend.
Which of the following is a missive?
A long letter written to a friend.
A soccer ball being kicked.
A dog barking at the door.
A plate of food at a restaurant.
Which statement is ostensibly true?
"This magic potion will make you fly!" (But it really won’t.)
"Water is wet."
"The sun sets in the west."
"Ice is cold."
Who would be considered voracious?
A person who reads five books a week.
A student who forgets to do homework.
A bird flying through the sky.
A person who rarely eats dinner.
If someone has an affinity for music, what does that mean?
They dislike music.
They are naturally drawn to and enjoy music.
They have never heard music before.
They argue about music all the time.
Which situation shows animosity?
Two best friends laughing together.
A person happily sharing their lunch.
Two classmates glaring at each other after a fight.
A teacher helping a student with homework.
Which rule seems arbitrary?
"No running in the hallways to keep everyone safe."
"Students must wear red shoes on Wednesdays for no reason."
"Always raise your hand before speaking in class."
"Finish all tests before the bell rings."
Why might a topic be contentious?
Everyone agrees on it.
It causes a lot of arguments and disagreements.
It is very easy to understand.
Nobody cares about it.
If a person disavows responsibility for a mistake, what are they doing?
Admitting that it was their fault.
Saying they had nothing to do with it.
Apologizing for their actions.
Offering to fix the mistake.
Which sentence uses dismally correctly?
She smiled dismally when she won the award.
The team walked off the field dismally after losing the game.
He danced dismally at the party.
The sun shined dismally in the bright sky.
Which event would be described as lavishly decorated?
A wedding with gold tablecloths, huge chandeliers, and fancy food.
A small birthday party with a single balloon and a cupcake.
A classroom with plain white walls.
A picnic with sandwiches and juice boxes.
What does ostracism look like?
Inviting a new student to sit with you at lunch.
Including everyone in a group project.
Ignoring or leaving someone out on purpose.
Sharing a secret with a friend.
Which of the following is an example of an atrocity?
A child sharing their lunch with a friend.
A person rescuing a lost puppy.
A leader ordering harm on innocent people.
A family going on vacation.
If a coach is berating their team, what are they doing?
Encouraging them with kind words.
Yelling at them angrily for making mistakes.
Giving them a break from practice.
Teaching them a new strategy.
Which action would be considered desecrating a special place?
Cleaning a historical statue.
Drawing graffiti all over a church.
Planting flowers in a park.
Taking pictures of a beautiful temple.
What happens when a fog dissipates?
It gets thicker and harder to see through.
It slowly disappears and clears up.
It turns into rain.
It becomes louder and stronger.
Which sentence contains a euphemism?
"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse!"
"My grandmother passed away last night."
"That joke was hilarious!"
"The sun is shining brightly today."
Which of these describes someone who is lithe?
A gymnast doing flips easily.
A person sitting very still.
A wrestler struggling to move.
A bear walking through the woods.
If someone matriculates, what are they doing?
Signing up for college classes.
Taking a long nap.
Going on vacation.
Starting a new job.
Why would a meticulous artist take a long time to finish a painting?
They don’t care about small details.
They rush through their work.
They are very careful and make sure everything is perfect.
They forget what they are doing.
Who would most likely be called a mogul?
A student who studies a lot.
A powerful business owner.
A farmer planting crops.
A child playing video games.
What kind of house would be described as palatial?
A small apartment with one bedroom.
A huge mansion with gold chandeliers and a ballroom.
A wooden cabin in the mountains.
A regular two-story family home.
Which situation best shows someone acting placid?
A student calmly reading while others argue.
A soccer player shouting after missing a goal.
A person slamming their door after a bad day.
A dog barking at strangers.
If someone is posturing, what are they doing?
Acting tough to impress others, but not really meaning it.
Honestly sharing their feelings.
Helping a friend with their homework.
Taking a nap after a long day.
What are ramifications?
The effects of an action or decision.
A fun party with friends.
A person’s favorite memories.
A famous speech given by a leader.
Which of these would be considered unconscionable?
A store charging $10,000 for a bottle of water after a hurricane.
A teacher giving students extra help after school.
A family helping neighbors fix their house.
A person donating food to those in need.
