Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "lurch" mean?

• A protective covering for a knife or sword

• To move forward or to one side suddenly and unexpectedly

• A long look at something

• To hum or sing in a soft, low voice

What is "kindling" used for?

• To hum or sing in a soft, low voice

• To trap or trick someone

• To start a fire

• To play music with a stringed instrument

What color is described by the word "brindle"?

• A brownish or tawny color of animal fur, with streaks of other color

• A slight smell of something

• Unattractively thin and bony

• Well matched

What does it mean if someone is "baffled"?

• They are well matched

• They are confused

• They are nervous and apprehensive

• They are unattractively thin and bony

What is a "mandolin"?

• A protective covering for a knife or sword

• A slight smell of something

• A stringed instrument related to the lute, usually played with a plectrum

• A long look at something

What does "groused" mean?

• To move forward or to one side suddenly and unexpectedly

• To trap or trick someone

• To grumble or complain

• To hum or sing in a soft, low voice

What does "baleful" imply?

• Well matched

• Threatening harm; menacing; having a harmful or destructive effect

• A long look at something

• Nervous, apprehensive

What does "crooning" involve?

• Humming or singing in a soft, low voice, especially in a sentimental manner

• Taking a long look at something

• Being confused

• Being well matched

What does the word "secondhand" mean?

• Brand new and unused

• Previously used or owned by another

• Made by hand

• A type of clock

What does "grudgingly" mean?

• Happily and willingly

• With great enthusiasm

• Displaying or reflecting reluctance or unwillingness

• In a very timely manner