WorksheetsSC Vocabulary Unit 1 (Grade 7)
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 12mins
Charlotte and Henry are trying to study, but something keeps happening to break up and disturb their focus. Which word best describes what is happening to them?
disrupt
dynasty
truce
résumé
Jackson and Scarlett are reading a mystery novel, and they come across the word "foretaste." What does "foretaste" mean?
to begin to grow, come into being
an advance indication, sample, or warning
to ask questions, examine by questioning
to rush violently, dash headlong
Noah and Ethan are chatting about their daily routines. Noah says his days feel so "humdrum" lately. What does "humdrum" mean in this context?
endless, so long as to seem endless
ordinary, dull, routine, without variation
to suggest or hint slyly
to repair, restore to good condition
Priya loves to play detective and always wants to get to the bottom of things! Which word means "to ask questions, examine by questioning"—just like Priya does?
interrogate
germinate
dynasty
humdrum
Abigail lent her favorite book to Michael, and now he wants to "recompense" her. What does "recompense" mean as a verb?
to repair, restore to good condition
to pay back; to give a reward
to rush violently
to suggest or hint slyly
Benjamin is applying for his dream job and needs to prepare a "résumé." What exactly is a résumé?
a payment for loss, service, or injury
a brief summary; a short written account of one's education, working experience, or qualifications for a job
a pause in fighting, temporary peace
an advance indication, sample, or warning
During a group project, Oliver noticed that Daniel was acting sullen after their team lost the quiz. What does "sullen" mean?
silent or brooding because of ill humor, anger, or resentment; slow moving, sluggish
to begin to grow, come into being
to break up, disturb
to pay back; to give a reward
Benjamin accidentally knocked over his water bottle, and the water began to flow or fall by drops or in a small stream across the table. Which word best describes what the water did?
trickle
dynasty
humdrum
renovate
Noah and Grace are reading a story where a character is described as "vicious." Based on the material, what does the word "vicious" mean?
Evil, bad; spiteful; having bad habits or an ugly disposition; painfully severe or extreme
Kind, gentle; having good habits or a pleasant disposition
Happy, cheerful; always smiling and friendly
Calm, peaceful; never causing trouble
Scarlett, Sophia, and Avery are playing a word game! Which of the following is NOT a meaning of "vicious"?
Evil
Spiteful
Painfully severe or extreme
Generous
Imagine Scarlett tells Evelyn that Liam is "vicious." What kind of habits do you think Liam might have?
Bad habits
Healthy habits
No habits at all
Helpful habits
Benjamin thinks someone with a "vicious" personality might not be the best friend. Which word best describes a "vicious" person’s disposition?
Ugly
Friendly
Joyful
Honest
Which of the following situations best shows what it means to be "vicious"? Imagine Ethan, Abigail, and Evelyn are in these scenarios!
Abigail always helps others in need
Ethan bullies others and enjoys causing pain
Evelyn studies hard for exams
Abigail volunteers at an animal shelter
Evelyn and Grace are having a friendly debate about words! Evelyn says "vicious" means mean, but Grace wants to know which word means the opposite. Can you help them out? Which of the following is an antonym for "vicious"?
Kind
Spiteful
Severe
Bad
Noah was walking past a house when he saw a dog. Which sentence uses the word "vicious" correctly to describe what happened?
The vicious dog barked and tried to bite everyone who passed by.
The vicious cake was delicious and sweet.
The vicious student always helped his classmates.
The vicious weather was perfect for a picnic.
Luna noticed that someone in her class always says hurtful things and tries to make others feel bad. What does it mean if someone has a "vicious" attitude?
They are always positive and encouraging
They are mean and likely to hurt others
They are shy and quiet
They are very generous
Benjamin and Aria are talking about cycles in life. Which of the following best describes a "vicious" cycle?
A cycle that is helpful and productive
A cycle that is evil or painfully severe
A cycle that is fun and exciting
A cycle that is peaceful and calm
Priya and Daniel are talking about someone who is known for their "vicious" behavior. What might Priya and Daniel think about this person?
They are trustworthy
They are dangerous or mean
They are funny
They are creative
Benjamin and Evelyn are visiting the zoo. They see a very vicious animal, but then Michael points out its opposite. What kind of animal did Michael show them?
Gentle animal
Wild animal
Loud animal
Fast animal
James and Anika are talking about someone in their class who is described as "vicious." Which of the following is most likely true about this person?
They are known for their kindness
They are known for their evil or spiteful actions
They are known for their intelligence
They are known for their athletic ability
Emma just read a story about a vicious dragon! Which of the following best defines the word "vicious"?
Funny and entertaining
Quiet and reserved
Dangerous and cruel
Kind and gentle
Grace and Avery are playing a word game. Grace says the word "vicious" and asks Avery to pick a synonym. Can you help Avery choose the correct synonym for "vicious"?
Malicious
Generous
Peaceful
Cheerful
Can you spot which sentence uses "vicious" in a way that doesn't quite fit? Imagine Anika, Luna, and David are reading these sentences in class!
The criminal was known for his vicious acts.
The vicious dog growled at everyone who came near.
The vicious teacher always praised her students for their hard work.
The vicious storm caused a lot of damage in the town.
