WorksheetsVocabulary Week 1 Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the meaning of the word "ambivalent"?
Acting very friendly
Having mixed or unsure feelings about something
Showing strong dislike
Feeling very sure about something
Which word means "acting distant or not very friendly"?
Apprehensive
Disdain
Aloof
Earnest
What is a synonym for "disdain"?
Calm
Respect
Contempt
Admiration
Which word is an antonym for "earnest"?
Warm
Sincere
Playful
Serious
If someone is "apprehensive," how do they feel?
Decided
Nervous or worried
Confident
Calm
Which of the following is a synonym for "aloof"?
Warm
Sincere
Distant
Friendly
What is an antonym for "ambivalent"?
Conflicted
Uneasy
Certain
Unfriendly
Which word best completes the sentence: "She made an __________ promise to always stand by her best friend."
Apprehensive
Disdain
Earnest
Aloof
Choose the word that best fits: "He felt __________ before the big test, even though he had studied hard."
Disdain
Earnest
Apprehensive
Aloof
Select the word that best completes the sentence: "During the party, he stayed __________ in the corner instead of talking with his classmates."
Earnest
Aloof
Apprehensive
Disdain
Which word would you use to describe someone who is "showing that they are very serious and sincere about what they are saying or doing"?
Disdain
Apprehensive
Earnest
Aloof
Which word best completes the sentence: "The teacher looked at the messy project with __________ because it seemed like no effort was put into it."
Disdain
Apprehensive
Earnest
Aloof
If someone is "ambivalent" about joining a club, what are they likely feeling?
Mixed or unsure feelings
Calm and confident
Angry and upset
Very excited and sure
Which of the following situations best shows someone acting "aloof"?
Helping a friend with homework
Sitting alone and not talking to anyone at a party
Laughing and joking with classmates
Joining in all the games at a party
A student says, "I have disdain for cheating." What does this mean?
The student admires cheating
The student is unsure about cheating
The student strongly dislikes cheating
The student is nervous about cheating
Which of the following best describes a person who is "earnest" about their schoolwork?
They joke around and don’t take it seriously
They avoid doing their work
They work hard and are sincere about doing well
They do their work carelessly
Imagine you are feeling "apprehensive" about a class presentation. What might you do to help yourself feel better? (Choose the best answer.)
Ignore the presentation and hope it goes away
Act aloof and not care
Prepare and practice your presentation to feel more confident
Make fun of the assignment
A friend is acting "aloof" at lunch. What could be a possible reason for this behavior?
They are excited to talk to everyone
They want to be the center of attention
They might be shy or upset about something
They are feeling very friendly
You notice your classmate is "ambivalent" about trying out for the basketball team. What advice could you give them to help make a decision?
Tell them to ignore their feelings
Suggest they list the pros and cons to help decide
Tell them not to try out
Tell them to do whatever you want
If a teacher shows "disdain" for late homework, how might students feel, and what could they do to avoid this reaction?
Students might feel playful about deadlines
Students might feel that late work is admired
Students might feel that late work is not acceptable and try to turn in homework on time
Students might feel respected and turn in work late
