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WorksheetsVocabulary Set #2 (English 10)
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 11mins
What is the meaning of the word "apathetic"?
Showing strong emotion
Showing little or no interest or emotion
Being very curious
Acting in a friendly manner
Which word is a synonym for "belligerent"?
Peaceful
Hostile
Joyful
Indifferent
"Grimace" most nearly means:
To smile widely
To make a twisted facial expression showing pain or disgust
To laugh loudly
To look away
Which of the following best defines "lithe"?
Stiff and awkward
Flexible and graceful
Heavy and slow
Loud and noisy
Choose the correct synonym for "melancholic".
Cheerful
Sad
Angry
Excited
Which word best completes the sentence? The _______ clouds made everyone feel uneasy about the approaching storm.
Whimsical
Foreboding
Tranquil
Scintillating
Select the word that best fits the sentence: After hearing the bad news, his expression became _______.
Somber
Scintillating
Whimsical
Lithe
Which word would best describe a story that keeps the reader wondering what will happen next?
Tranquil
Suspense
Apathetic
Brittle
Choose the word that best completes the sentence: The _______ child asked questions about everything she saw at the museum.
Cynical
Inquisitive
Grimace
Belligerent
Which word best fits the sentence? The glass vase was so _______ that it broke with the slightest touch.
Palpable
Brittle
Candid
Glower
A character in a novel is described as "cynical." Based on this, which of the following statements is most likely true about the character?
They trust others easily.
They doubt the sincerity or goodness of others.
They are always cheerful.
They avoid making decisions.
If someone "glowers" at you, what might you infer about their feelings?
They are amused by you.
They are angry or displeased.
They are confused.
They are grateful.
A friend describes a scene as "palpable with tension." What does this suggest about the atmosphere?
The tension is so strong it can almost be felt physically.
The tension is barely noticeable.
The scene is very peaceful.
The scene is confusing.
If a person is described as "candid" during an interview, what does this imply about their responses?
They are evasive and unclear.
They are honest and straightforward.
They are humorous and lighthearted.
They are angry and aggressive.
A story is described as "whimsical." Which of the following best describes the tone of the story?
Serious and dark
Playful and imaginative
Violent and aggressive
Calm and peaceful
Which word best completes the sentence?
The athlete's movements were so _______ that the audience watched in awe.
Candid
Somber
Brittle
Lithe
What is the meaning of the word "foreboding"?
A feeling that something bad will happen
A sense of excitement
A moment of joy
A state of confusion
Choose the correct synonym for "inquisitive".
Somber
Hostile
Indifferent
Curious
Which word best describes someone who is always looking for the negative side of things?
Lithe
Cynical
Whimsical
Optimistic
If a room is described as "tranquil," what can you infer about its atmosphere?
It is tense and suspenseful.
It is peaceful and calm.
It is noisy and chaotic.
It is dark and foreboding.
Which word best completes the sentence?
Her _______ smile made everyone feel welcome at the party.
Apathetic
Scintillating
Belligerent
Somber
