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Vocabulary Set #2 (English 10)

Total questions: 21

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the meaning of the word "apathetic"?

a)

Showing strong emotion

b)

Showing little or no interest or emotion

c)

Being very curious

d)

Acting in a friendly manner

2.

Which word is a synonym for "belligerent"?

a)

Peaceful

b)

Hostile

c)

Joyful

d)

Indifferent

3.

"Grimace" most nearly means:

a)

To smile widely

b)

To make a twisted facial expression showing pain or disgust

c)

To laugh loudly

d)

To look away

4.

Which of the following best defines "lithe"?

a)

Stiff and awkward

b)

Flexible and graceful

c)

Heavy and slow

d)

Loud and noisy

5.

Choose the correct synonym for "melancholic".

a)

Cheerful

b)

Sad

c)

Angry

d)

Excited

6.

Which word best completes the sentence? The _______ clouds made everyone feel uneasy about the approaching storm.

a)

Whimsical

b)

Foreboding

c)

Tranquil

d)

Scintillating

7.

Select the word that best fits the sentence: After hearing the bad news, his expression became _______.

a)

Somber

b)

Scintillating

c)

Whimsical

d)

Lithe

8.

Which word would best describe a story that keeps the reader wondering what will happen next?

a)

Tranquil

b)

Suspense

c)

Apathetic

d)

Brittle

9.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: The _______ child asked questions about everything she saw at the museum.

a)

Cynical

b)

Inquisitive

c)

Grimace

d)

Belligerent

10.

Which word best fits the sentence? The glass vase was so _______ that it broke with the slightest touch.

a)

Palpable

b)

Brittle

c)

Candid

d)

Glower

11.

A character in a novel is described as "cynical." Based on this, which of the following statements is most likely true about the character?

a)

They trust others easily.

b)

They doubt the sincerity or goodness of others.

c)

They are always cheerful.

d)

They avoid making decisions.

12.

If someone "glowers" at you, what might you infer about their feelings?

a)

They are amused by you.

b)

They are angry or displeased.

c)

They are confused.

d)

They are grateful.

13.

A friend describes a scene as "palpable with tension." What does this suggest about the atmosphere?

a)

The tension is so strong it can almost be felt physically.

b)

The tension is barely noticeable.

c)

The scene is very peaceful.

d)

The scene is confusing.

14.

If a person is described as "candid" during an interview, what does this imply about their responses?

a)

They are evasive and unclear.

b)

They are honest and straightforward.

c)

They are humorous and lighthearted.

d)

They are angry and aggressive.

15.

A story is described as "whimsical." Which of the following best describes the tone of the story?

a)

Serious and dark

b)

Playful and imaginative

c)

Violent and aggressive

d)

Calm and peaceful

16.

Which word best completes the sentence?
The athlete's movements were so _______ that the audience watched in awe.

a)

Candid

b)

Somber

c)

Brittle

d)

Lithe

17.

What is the meaning of the word "foreboding"?

a)

A feeling that something bad will happen

b)

A sense of excitement

c)

A moment of joy

d)

A state of confusion

18.

Choose the correct synonym for "inquisitive".

a)

Somber

b)

Hostile

c)

Indifferent

d)

Curious

19.

Which word best describes someone who is always looking for the negative side of things?

a)

Lithe

b)

Cynical

c)

Whimsical

d)

Optimistic

20.

If a room is described as "tranquil," what can you infer about its atmosphere?

a)

It is tense and suspenseful.

b)

It is peaceful and calm.

c)

It is noisy and chaotic.

d)

It is dark and foreboding.

21.

Which word best completes the sentence?
Her _______ smile made everyone feel welcome at the party.

a)

Apathetic

b)

Scintillating

c)

Belligerent

d)

Somber