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Copper Sun Pre-Vocab Part I

Total questions: 16

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Match the following

a)

a starchy root vegetable, commonly used in tropical regions for food and making flour or tapioca.

1.

Cassava

(noun)

b)

 a feeling of fear, nervousness, or uncertainty about something that may happen

2.

Trepidation (noun)

c)

a continuous flow of something, such as questions, words, or attacks, coming all at once.

3.

Barrage

(noun)

d)

 a fierce, violent, or overwhelming attack

4.

Onslaught

(noun)

e)

moved suddenly and unsteadily, as if losing balance

5.

Lurched

(verb)

2.

Match the following

a)

a group of enslaved people or animals chained or tied together in a line.

1.

Coffle

(noun)

b)

giving the impression that something bad or threatening is about to happen.

2.

Ominous (adjective)

c)

metal shackles or handcuffs used to restrain a person.

3.

Manacles

(noun)

d)

cruel or unfair treatment of people, often because of their race, religion, or beliefs.

4.

Persecution

(noun)

3.

Match the following

a)

confused or uncertain.

1.

Bewildered

(adjective)

b)

having a very strong, sharp smell or taste

2.

Pungent

(adjective)

c)

shocked or horrified by something unexpected

3.

Aghast

(adjective)

d)

 guessed or assumed something without having all the facts

4.

Surmised

(verb)

4.

The villagers harvested large bundles of cassava, to make flour for their daily bread.

Cassava most likely means...

a)
a grain used for brewing
b)
a root vegetable used to make flour
c)
a type of fruit
d)
a leafy green vegetable
5.

He felt a wave of trepidation as he approached the stage to give his first speech, his hands shaking and his heart racing.

Trepidation most likely means...

a)
anxiety or fear
b)
excitement or joy
c)
indifference or apathy
d)
confidence or assurance
6.

The teacher was bombarded with a barrage of questions from the students, all eager to understand the complex topic.

barrage most likely means...

a)
a gentle suggestion
b)
a brief pause
c)

a rapid outpouring

d)
a single inquiry
7.

The soldiers braced themselves for the onslaught of enemy troops, knowing the attack would come at dawn.

Onslaught most likely means...

a)
a peaceful negotiation
b)
a minor skirmish
c)

a fierce attack

d)
a strategic retreat
8.

The car lurched forward when the driver hit the accelerator too suddenly, jerking the passengers in their seats.

lurched most likely means...

a)
stayed still
b)

moved unsteadily

c)
moved smoothly
d)
accelerated gradually
9.

The enslaved people were led in a coffle, their chains clinking as they trudged toward the marketplace.

coffle most likely means...

a)

a line of chained people

b)

a group of free people walking in a line

c)
a method of transportation
d)

a type of morning drink that gives you energy

10.

The sky grew dark and clouds gathered in an ominous way, signaling that a storm was on the horizon.

ominous most likely means...

a)
threatening or foreboding
b)
joyful or cheerful
c)
calm and peaceful
d)
clear and sunny
11.

The prisoner's wrists were locked in manacles, heavy metal cuffs that restricted his movement as he was led to his cell.

manacles most likely means...

a)

handcuffs

b)
chains
c)
belts
d)
collars
12.

The refugees fled their homeland to escape the persecution they faced for their religious beliefs.

persecution most likely means...

a)
celebration of diverse cultures
b)
government support for all beliefs
c)

mistreatment due to beliefs

d)
freedom to practice any religion
13.

She stood bewildered at the unfamiliar street signs, not sure which way to go in the bustling city.

bewildered most likely means...

a)
confused
b)
determined
c)
excited
d)
indifferent
14.

he kitchen was filled with the pungent smell of garlic and onions, making everyone's mouths water.

pungent most likely means...

a)
sweet-smelling
b)
faint-smelling
c)
odorless
d)
strong-smelling
15.

She was aghast when she saw the damage to her car, her eyes wide with shock at the accident.

aghast most likely means...

a)
excited or thrilled
b)
shocked or horrified
c)
unconcerned or indifferent
d)
confused or perplexed
16.

Based on the dark clouds and the sudden drop in temperature, I surmised that it would rain soon.

surmised most likely means...

a)

To guess or make an assumption

b)

To know something for certain

c)

To prove something with clear facts

d)

To ignore information and make a decision without consideration