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Scar Island Vocabulary Quizs

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

tempest

a)

A violent windy storm.

b)

A gentle breeze.

c)

A sunny day.

d)

A heavy snowfall.

2.

fiery

a)

having or producing fire

b)

characterized by intense emotion

c)

consisting of flames

d)

easily ignited

3.

taunt

a)

to say insulting things to (someone) in order to make that person angry

b)

to encourage someone to do something positive

c)

to ignore someone completely

d)

to compliment someone excessively

4.

reception

a)

used to describe how well or badly a radio, television, etc., is able to receive signals

b)

the act of welcoming someone

c)

a place where guests are received

d)

the quality of being received or accepted

5.

banish

a)

to cause (something) to go away; to get rid of (something)

b)

to bring something closer; to attract

c)

to keep something in place; to retain

d)

to create something new; to innovate

6.

loom

a)

To appear as a shadowy form, especially one that is large or threatening.

b)

To weave fabric using a machine or by hand.

c)

To become visible suddenly and unexpectedly.

d)

To create a sense of urgency or importance.

7.

wispy

a)

Fine; feathery. not thick or full

b)

Thick and heavy

c)

Rough and coarse

d)

Smooth and solid

8.

frugal

a)

careful about spending money or using things when you do not need to; using money or supplies in a very careful way

b)

generous and willing to spend freely

c)

careless with money and resources

d)

extravagant and lavish in spending

9.

decreed

a)

to command, ordain, or decide by decree 

b)

to refuse or deny a request

c)

to celebrate or honor a special occasion

d)

to investigate or examine thoroughly

10.

prod

a)

To poke with a finger, foot, or pointed object.

b)

To create or manufacture something.

c)

To encourage someone to take action.

d)

To criticize or reprimand someone.

11.

exasperation

a)

the state of being very annoyed or upset

b)

a feeling of extreme happiness

c)

the act of being calm and relaxed

d)

a state of confusion and uncertainty

12.

seethe

a)

To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger.

b)

To be calm and relaxed.

c)

To express joy and happiness.

d)

To be in a state of confusion.

13.

fend

a)

to do things without help; to do basic activities by yourself

b)

to seek assistance from others

c)

to avoid confrontation or conflict

d)

to engage in social activities with friends

14.

surge

a)

a large wave of water

b)

a sudden increase in something

c)

a type of electrical current

d)

a strong wind

15.

heft

a)

to lift (something) up

b)

to throw something away

c)

to weigh something down

d)

to push something forward

16.

dastardly

a)

very cruel; using tricks to hurt people

b)

showing kindness and compassion

c)

exhibiting bravery and courage

d)

being honest and straightforward

17.

defiance

a)

a refusal to obey something or someone; the act of defying someone or something

b)

an act of submission or compliance

c)

an expression of agreement or support

d)

a state of confusion or disorder

18.

accusation

a)

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal; a charge that someone has committed a fault or crime

b)

a statement of praise or admiration for someone's actions

c)

a legal term for a formal agreement between two parties

d)

a request for information or clarification about a situation

19.

upwelling

a)

the upward movement of deep ocean water and nutrient-rich cold water organisms to the ocean surface

b)

the process of water evaporating from the ocean surface

c)

the sinking of warm water to the ocean floor

d)

the lateral movement of ocean currents along the coast

20.

menace

a)

A person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat or danger.

b)

A friendly companion or ally.

c)

A source of joy and happiness.

d)

An object of beauty and admiration.