Understanding Words and Their Meanings

What does the word "commotion" mean in the sentence: "There was a commotion in the hallway when the fire alarm went off"?

• A quiet gathering

• A noisy disturbance

• A peaceful protest

• A silent meeting

Which of the following words is a synonym for "cranky"?

• Happy

• Grouchy

• Excited

• Calm

The word "telegraph" contains the Greek root "tele." What does "tele" mean?

• Far

• Near

• Fast

• Slow

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: "The scientist's _______ was studying the behavior of dolphins."

• Attitude

• Specialty

• Commotion

• Frustration

What is the opposite of "familiar"?

• Known

• Unknown

• Recognized

• Common

The word "photograph" contains the Greek root "photo." What does "photo" mean?

• Light

• Dark

• Sound

• Water

What does the word "frustrated" mean in the sentence: "She felt frustrated when she couldn't solve the math problem"?

• Happy

• Disappointed

• Excited

• Relaxed

Which of the following words is a synonym for "annoyed"?

• Calm

• Bothered

• Delighted

• Pleased

The word "autograph" contains the Greek root "auto." What does "auto" mean?

• Other

• Self

• Together

• Apart

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: "The teacher _______ the students on their knowledge of the solar system."

• Whined

• Quizzed

• Stammered

• Whispered