TKM 12-15 Vocab Quiz

During a math class, Grace asked Aiden if he could reckon the total cost of their school trip. What did Grace mean by 'reckon'?

• to calculate or estimate

• to acquire or obtain

• unbearable

• to invade or intrude

Zoe recently 'acquired' a new book. What is another way to say that Zoe 'acquired' the book?

• Zoe reckoned or calculated the book

• Zoe obtained or gained the book

• Zoe dispelled or eliminated the book

• Zoe invaded or trespassed the book

Aiden was planning a trip to the desert. He was told that the heat there can sometimes be 'unbearable'. James, who had been to the desert before, disagreed. How did James describe the heat?

• He said it's something to reckon or calculate

• He said it's something to acquire or obtain

• He said it's bearable

• He said it's something to invade or intrude

During a history lesson, Daniel learned that ancient armies used to invade neighboring territories. What does the word 'invade' mean in this context?

• to reckon or calculate

• to acquire or obtain

• unbearable

• to intrude or encroach

During a magic show, Henry was asked to 'dispel' a magic spell. What does 'dispel' mean in this context?

• to reckon or calculate the magic spell

• to acquire or obtain the magic spell

• to eliminate or banish the magic spell

• to invade or intrude the magic spell

During a school art exhibition, Rohan described one of the paintings as 'garish'. What did he mean by that?

• to reckon or calculate

• to acquire or obtain

• unbearable

• tastelessly showy or bright

During a team meeting, Oliver felt a sudden qualm about the decision they were about to make. What is the meaning of the word 'qualm' in this context?

• to reckon or calculate

• to acquire or obtain

• unbearable

• a feeling of uneasiness or doubt

After the movie ended, Maya decided to linger in the theater to discuss the plot with Avery and Nora. What does 'linger' mean in this context?

• to reckon or calculate

• to acquire or obtain

• unbearable

• to stay or remain longer than necessary

Hannah is working on a science project that requires her to propel a small car using a rubber band. What does 'propel' mean in this context?

• to reckon or calculate

• to acquire or obtain

• unbearable

• to drive or push forward

During a school award ceremony, Mason described Emma's achievements as 'modest'. What did Mason mean by 'modest'?

• to reckon or calculate

• to acquire or obtain

• unbearable

• humble or unassuming