Ch. 11-20 BOWD Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word 'whimper' mean?

• To make a low, crying sound expressing pain or unhappiness.

• To sing a joyful song.

• To laugh heartily.

• To shout loudly in excitement.

What does the word 'terrorize' mean?

• Encourage someone to take risks

• Make someone laugh uncontrollably

• Cause extreme fear or intimidate someone

• Comfort someone who is sad

What does the word 'intend' mean?

• To fix or mend something.

• To express sadness.

• To have a plan or purpose to do something.

• To be silly or trivial.

What does the word 'ignorant' mean?

• Lacking knowledge or awareness

• Educated

• Intelligent and wise

• Well-informed and knowledgeable

What does the word 'imitate' mean?

• Steal

• Copy or mimic

• Destroy

• Create

What does the word 'vermin' mean?

• Plants that are commonly used for landscaping

• Large animals considered pets or companions

• Insects that are beneficial to the environment

• Small animals or insects considered pests or nuisances

What does the word 'idle' mean?

• Silly or trivial

• Busy or occupied

• Energetic or active

• Productive or efficient

What does the word 'tragedy' mean?

• A form of drama that presents a serious and somber theme

• A type of comedy that is light-hearted and humorous

• A term used to describe a fortunate and successful event

• A genre of literature that focuses on happy and uplifting stories

What does the word 'melancholy' mean?

• Being thankful.

• Fearful and scared.

• Expressing joy and happiness.

• Expressing sadness.

What does the word 'hunch' mean?

• A type of food

• A feeling or guess based on intuition rather than known facts.

• Round one's back by bending forward.

• A type of dance