Worksheets7th Grade Word Study Assessment 3
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What does the root sent mean?
able to
for, forward
sleep
feel, perceive
Which word part means sleep?
-ist
somn
pest
post-
What does the root tox mean?
destructive, troublesome
through
after
poison
What does the suffix -ist mean when added to a word?
one who
able to
for, forward
seemingly, almost like
Which prefix means through?
post-
pro-
per-
seemingly, almost like
What does the root pest mean?
poison
after
destructive, troublesome
feel, perceive
What does the prefix post- mean?
A. after
B. through
C. for, forward
D. seemingly, almost alike
What does the word proponent most likely mean in this sentence?
Principal Byrnes is against the idea of using more recycled materials.
Principal Byrnes is for the idea of using more recycled materials.
Principal Byrnes needs more information about using recycled materials.
Principal Byrnes is neither for nor against using more recycled materials.
What does the word tolerable tell readers about the heat?
No one could tolerate the heat even after receiving water.
The coach could tolerate the heat, but the players could not.
Players were able to tolerate the heat after receiving water.
The heat could not tolerate the players until they received water.
Nolan's sentimentality made it difficult for him to part with old photographs. Why was it difficult for Nolan to part with old photographs?
He wasn’t sure who else would appreciate them.
He thought the photographs were not worth much and kept them out of habit.
He thought the photographs were worth too much money to throw away.
He felt a strong emotional attachment to the photographs.
During the sleepover, Sonya was startled to see her friend Liza walking around in her sleep, a condition known as _________________ .
somnambulism
insomnia
narcolepsy
sleep apnea
Tanner, a strong ________________ of environmental protection, spoke at the meeting to encourage everyone to recycle more.
proponent
opponent
bystander
critic
The ________________ disease spread quickly through the village, forcing businesses to close to keep everyone safe.
pestilent
pleasant
persistent
patient
After writing a letter to his aunt, Lulu added a(n) ________________ at the end, telling her she’d be visiting soon.
postscript
preface
signature
address
The book’s claims about the secret power of crystals were interesting but seemed more like a(n) ________________ theory, not based on solid evidence.
quasi-scientific
mathematical
historical
philosophical
The robot in the movie appeared ________________, as it could feel emotions just like a human being.
sentient
mechanical
artificial
unfeeling
After the thunderstorm, there was a(n) ________________ change in the weather, making the air feel cooler and fresher.
perceptible
imperceptible
predictable
temporary
The scientist warned the group that the chemical in the lab was a(n) ________________, and it would be harmful if touched or inhaled.
toxin
nutrient
solvent
vitamin
The aroma of freshly baked pumpkin pie started to ________________ the house, filling every room with a warm, sweet, and spicy scent.
permeate
decorate
illuminate
evacuate
Even though Owen could have kept the prize money for himself, he was a(n) ________________ and donated it to a local food bank to help the people in his community.
altruist
miser
opportunist
egoist
