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WorksheetsBorn a Crime Vocabular Quiz Ch. 4-8
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the most accurate definition of the word "gallivant"?
To travel or roam about for pleasure
To work diligently
To remain stationary
To argue persistently
Which of the following best describes a "menial" task?
A task requiring advanced skills
A task that is lowly and does not require much skill
A task involving leadership
A task that is highly creative
What does it mean to "pillage" a village?
To build new homes
To plunder or rob using violence
To negotiate peace
To celebrate a festival
Which of the following is the best definition of "commute"?
To reduce a sentence or penalty
To travel regularly between home and work
To communicate with others
To change one's opinion
What does "voracious" most nearly mean?
Easily satisfied
Having a huge appetite
Being very tired
Lacking interest
If someone is described as "compulsive," what does this suggest about their behavior?
They act on irresistible urges
They are always calm
They are very forgetful
They are extremely generous
Which of the following best defines "ultimatum"?
A polite request
A final demand or statement of terms
A casual suggestion
A friendly greeting
What does it mean to "exploit" a resource?
To ignore it
To use it selfishly or unfairly for one's own advantage
To protect it
To share it equally
If a debate is described as "contentious," what does this imply?
It is friendly and agreeable
It is likely to cause disagreement or argument
It is very short
It is unimportant
What does it mean if someone is "incensed"?
They are very pleased
They are extremely angry
They are confused
They are tired
Which of the following best describes the action "perforate"?
To decorate with paint
To pierce and make a hole or holes in something
To clean thoroughly
To flatten completely
What does "dilapidated" mean when describing a building?
Newly constructed
In a state of disrepair or ruin
Very clean
Highly decorated
Which of the following sentences best demonstrates the figurative use of "voracious"?
The voracious lion devoured its prey.
She has a voracious appetite for knowledge.
The voracious eater finished his meal quickly.
The voracious dog ate all the food.
In which context is "exploit" used with a negative connotation?
The company exploited new technology to improve efficiency.
The explorer exploited the land for its resources, disregarding the local population.
The athlete exploited his speed to win the race.
The student exploited her skills to solve the problem.
Which sentence best shows the technical meaning of "commute"?
She commuted her sentence from ten years to five.
He commutes to work by train every day.
The judge decided to commute the penalty.
They commute their opinions often.
How does the connotation of "menial" affect the tone of the following sentence: "He was assigned menial tasks at the office"?
It suggests the tasks are prestigious.
It implies the tasks are unimportant and possibly degrading.
It means the tasks are highly skilled.
It shows the tasks are enjoyable.
How does the author refine the meaning of "ultimatum" in a negotiation context over the course of a text?
By using it only once at the beginning
By showing how the demands become stricter as the negotiation progresses
By ignoring the term after its introduction
By using it as a synonym for suggestion
If an author repeatedly describes a character as "compulsive," what might this suggest about the character's development throughout the story?
The character is likely to become more controlled over time.
The character's actions are increasingly driven by uncontrollable urges.
The character is always calm and rational.
The character is unimportant to the plot.
Analyze how the use of the word "contentious" in a political article shapes the reader's perception of the debate described.
It makes the debate seem friendly and cooperative.
It emphasizes the likelihood of disagreement and conflict.
It suggests the debate is unimportant.
It implies the debate is humorous.
How does the author use the word "dilapidated" to influence the mood in a description of an old house?
It creates a sense of luxury and comfort.
It evokes feelings of neglect and decay.
It suggests the house is brand new.
It makes the house seem lively and cheerful.
