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Narrative Vocab Practice

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

After facing several setbacks, Maya showed great resolve (n.) and continued working towards her goal. What is the meaning of 'resolve (n.)'?

a)

determination

b)

confusion

c)

delay

d)

weakness

2.

During a chess tournament, Mia realized she could not win the match and 'conceded (v.)' to her opponent. What does 'conceded' mean in this context?

a)

admitted defeat

b)

celebrated victory

c)

ignored completely

d)

refused to participate

e)

demanded more

3.

After winning the championship, Zoe felt ecstatic. What does 'ecstatic (adj.)' mean?

a)

very happy

b)

very sad

c)

extremely tired

d)

slightly annoyed

4.

Abigail noticed her friend was upset, so she tried to appease her. What does 'appease' mean in this context?

a)

satisfy

b)

ignore

c)

destroy

d)

confuse

5.

Mia gently wrapped a blanket around her newborn baby, making sure the baby was snug and secure. What is the meaning of 'swaddling (v.)' in this context?

a)

wrapping up tightly

b)

jumping quickly

c)

singing softly

d)

dancing slowly

6.

Hannah was annoyed because her neighbor played loud music incessantly. What does 'incessantly (adv.)' mean?

a)

without stopping

b)

rarely

c)

with hesitation

d)

by accident

7.

As Samuel walked into the bakery, he noticed several wafts (n.) coming from the kitchen. What is the meaning of 'wafts (n.)'?

a)

aromas

b)

colors

c)

sounds

d)

textures

8.

Charlotte answered the difficult math question smugly. What does 'smugly (adv.)' mean in this context?

a)

with confidence that one is correct

b)

in a sad or gloomy manner

c)

with great fear or anxiety

d)

in a hurried or rushed way

9.

During a foggy morning, Luna noticed a shape in the distance that was just barely discernible. What does 'discernible (adj.)' mean in this context?

a)

recognizable

b)

fragile

c)

unpredictable

d)

invisible

10.

While hiking, Ethan noticed a large rock jutting from the side of the mountain. What does 'jutting (v.)' mean in this context?

a)

extending outwards

b)

falling downwards

c)

moving in circles

d)

shrinking inward

11.

Abigail was often described as 'fair' by her friends. What does 'fair (adj.)' mean in this context?

a)

attractive; having a light complexion

b)

unfair; biased

c)

dark and gloomy

d)

extremely wealthy

12.

After facing many challenges while preparing for a marathon, Ethan persevered (v.) and completed his training. What does 'persevered' mean in this context?

a)

persisted in the face of obstacles

b)

gave up easily

c)

forgot quickly

d)

acted without thinking

e)

rested frequently

13.

During a challenging soccer match, Aiden showed a lot of spunk on the field. What does 'spunk (n.)' mean in this context?

a)

spirit; liveliness

b)

a type of fabric

c)

a small coin

d)

a musical instrument

14.

Henry had to give a speech in front of a large audience for the first time. The experience felt very intimidating (adj.). What does 'intimidating' mean in this context?

a)

threatening

b)

joyful

c)

boring

d)

confusing

15.

Benjamin was chosen to lead the school project because of his strong capability (n.). What does 'capability' mean in this context?

a)

power; ability

b)

weakness; flaw

c)

location; place

d)

emotion; feeling

16.

During a soccer game, Mia kicks the ball and it keeps rolling across the field even after she stops touching it. What is the meaning of 'momentum * (n.)' in this situation?

a)

force of movement

b)

type of energy

c)

rate of acceleration

d)

direction of velocity

17.

Mason is watching a documentary about space exploration. The narrator mentions the 'orbiter' and explains its role in missions. What is the meaning of 'orbiter * (n.)'?

a)

Part of the space shuttle that carries the crew

b)

A device used to measure temperature in space

c)

A type of satellite dish for television

d)

A tool for repairing spacecraft