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English Vocab Chapters 1-12

Total questions: 34

Worksheet time: 17mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Abigail started to ________ with a group from a rival school, even though her friends warned her not to associate with them. What word best completes the sentence?

a)

fraternize

b)

ostracize

c)

alienate

d)

antagonize

2.

Lily always wants the latest gadgets, more clothes, and never feels satisfied with what she has. The state of being impossible to satisfy; always wanting more is called ________.

a)

insatiability

b)

contentment

c)

generosity

d)

tranquility

3.

Abigail discovers an old notebook in her attic. She notices that someone has written over previous notes, but traces of the original writing are still visible beneath the new text. What is this kind of reused document, which still bears signs of earlier layers, called?

a)

palimpsest

b)

codex

c)

vellum

d)

epigraph

4.

At a school talent show, Henry performed a humorous and exaggerated imitation of a famous singer to make the audience laugh. This type of performance is called a ________.

a)

parody

b)

epic

c)

ode

d)

satire

5.

Benjamin attended the party with his true identity concealed, often to avoid notice. He was described as being ________.

a)

incognito

b)

gregarious

c)

verbose

d)

audible

6.

Charlotte always follows the traditional customs and rituals of her community without question. Her friends describe her as being ________.

a)

orthodox

b)

eccentric

c)

innovative

d)

heretical

7.

When Abigail made a decision at work that others later followed in similar situations, her action became a ________ for future cases.

a)

precedent

b)

consequence

c)

statute

d)

amendment

8.

When Samuel forgot to complete his homework, his teacher gave him an expression of disapproval or disappointment. This is called a ________.

a)

reproach

b)

delight

c)

applause

d)

compliment

9.

Kai always volunteers to do extra work for his boss, agrees with everything his coworkers say, and never stands up for himself. His friends say he is showing excessive willingness to serve or please others; submissive. Kai is being ________.

a)

servile

b)

hostile

c)

aloof

d)

gregarious

10.

While watching a movie set in ancient Rome, Luna noticed a character using a wristwatch. Things that are out of place in time, belonging to a different historical period, are called ________.

a)

anachronisms

b)

paradoxes

c)

metaphors

d)

chronologies

11.

After a major storm, a city is left without any functioning government or law enforcement, leading to a state of disorder and chaos. This situation is called ________.

a)

anarchy

b)

democracy

c)

monarchy

d)

oligarchy

12.

During a history lesson, Harper learned about extremely wicked or cruel acts committed during wars, often involving violence. These acts are called ________.

a)

atrocities

b)

miracles

c)

festivities

d)

remedies

13.

Grace was talking loudly on her phone during a movie, ignoring the complaints of others. Her behavior was done openly and unashamedly; obvious in a rude or offensive way. This is described as ________.

a)

blatant

b)

subtle

c)

covert

d)

ambiguous

14.

Emma sees that Evelyn has a beautiful new watch. To desire something belonging to someone else is to ________.

a)

covet

b)

ignore

c)

destroy

d)

create

15.

During a history lesson, Ava learned about a person who suffered and died for their beliefs. Her teacher asked, "A person who suffers or dies for a cause, belief, or principle is called a ________."

a)

martyr

b)

tyrant

c)

heretic

d)

apostate

16.

Priya attends a religious ceremony and participates in all the rituals in a manner that shows devotion to religion or reverence. This is described as ________.

a)

piously

b)

casually

c)

rudely

d)

indifferently

17.

During a meeting, Liam was staring out the window, completely lost in thought and not paying attention to what was being discussed. What word best describes Liam's state?

a)

Abstracted

b)

Distracted

c)

Focused

d)

Energetic

18.

Sophia lost her childhood pet and no matter how much her friends tried to cheer her up, she remained unable to be comforted and deeply unhappy. What word best describes Sophia's state?

a)

Disconsolate

b)

Euphoric

c)

Resilient

d)

Complacent

19.

Ava just won the school spelling bee, and she can't stop smiling and talking about her victory in front of her classmates who didn't win. What is the word for 'showing excessive or smug pleasure over one's own success or another's misfortune.'?

a)

Gloating

b)

Sympathizing

c)

Admiring

d)

Consoling

20.

Samuel started complimenting his new boss frequently and always offered to help with extra tasks, hoping to gain her favor. What is the word for Samuel's behavior?

a)

Ingratiate

b)

Berate

c)

Alienate

d)

Exacerbate

21.

Michael often finds himself thinking fondly about his childhood and the good old days. What is the word for 'longing for or sentimental about the past.'?

a)

Nostalgic

b)

Indifferent

c)

Futuristic

d)

Apathetic

e)

Hostile

22.

During a tense standoff between two rival groups, Ethan suggests that both sides come together for a discussion to negotiate terms and avoid further conflict. What is the word for such a discussion or conference, especially between enemies?

a)

Parley

b)

Soliloquy

c)

Monologue

d)

Debate

23.

Charlotte visits an ancient temple and is struck by the overwhelming sense of 'the state of being holy, sacred, or morally pure.' What is the word that best describes this feeling?

a)

Sanctity

b)

Profanity

c)

Mundanity

d)

Hostility

24.

Olivia spends time in nature, sharing her intimate thoughts and feelings with the forest in a deep way. What is the word for this act?

a)

Communing

b)

Ignoring

c)

Distracting

d)

Competing

25.

After hearing the sad news, Maya's expression became excessively sad, mournful, and gloomy. What word best describes her mood?

a)

Lugubrious

b)

Jubilant

c)

Serene

d)

Boisterous

26.

Abigail is learning needlework and wants to use a type of fine embroidery stitch for her project. What is the word for this stitch?

a)

Petit point

b)

Backstitch

c)

Chain stitch

d)

Satin stitch

27.

Lily is studying different groups in her community. She learns about a group of people who have distinct religious or philosophical beliefs and are often seen as separate from the larger community. What is the word for such a group?

a)

Sect

b)

Colony

c)

Tribe

d)

Faction

28.

At a family dinner, Nora brings up a topic that everyone immediately becomes uncomfortable with, as it is considered something forbidden or socially unacceptable to discuss. What is the word for this?

a)

Taboo

b)

Tradition

c)

Privilege

d)

Custom

29.

Mason was reading a book with very complex theories that he just couldn't make sense of, no matter how hard he tried. What word best describes something that is 'impossible to understand or comprehend'?

a)

Unfathomable

b)

Transparent

c)

Obvious

d)

Simple

30.

Evelyn is trying to grow vegetables in her backyard, but no matter what she does, the soil does not produce any plants or fruits. What word best describes the condition of her soil?

a)

Barren

b)

Fertile

c)

Lush

d)

Productive

31.

Aria wanted to observe the meeting without being noticed. What is the word for doing something 'secretly or hidden from view'?

a)

Covertly

b)

Loudly

c)

Openly

d)

Clearly

32.

Anika walked into the room and greeted everyone in a shy or modest way that is often intended to be alluring. What is the word that best describes how Anika greeted everyone?

a)

Coyly

b)

Bravely

c)

Loudly

d)

Roughly

e)

Carelessly

33.

Mason is told that wearing a seatbelt while driving is required or expected by law, rule, or custom. What is the word that describes this requirement?

a)

Obligatory

b)

Optional

c)

Irrelevant

d)

Unusual

34.

Aria is working in a hospital laboratory and needs to ensure that all her equipment is 'sterile' before running tests. What does 'sterile' mean in this context?

a)

unable to produce offspring; also, free from bacteria or germs.

b)

capable of rapid growth and reproduction.

c)

containing a high amount of nutrients.

d)

covered in a layer of dust and dirt.