Vocabulary Quiz List 6

During a school project, Avery noticed a decline in the number of students attending the after-school club. What does the word "decline" mean in this context?

• A rise in number or quality

• A drop in number or quality

• To improve something

• To stay the same

Ava was walking home from school when she saw a car accident. Who is Ava in this situation?

• A person who tells stories

• A person who sees an event take place

• A person who writes books

• A person who sings songs

In a history class, Aiden learned about a group of people who were "persecuted" during a war. What does "persecuted" mean in this context?

• To be treated kindly

• To have been treated unfairly or cruelly

• To be given a reward

• To be ignored

During a class discussion, Aria shared her vision for a community garden. What is a "vision" in this context?

• A sound you hear

• An idea or picture in your imagination

• A taste you enjoy

• A smell you dislike

During a game of hide and seek, Elijah decided to "crouch" behind a bush to avoid being seen. What does "crouch" mean?

• To stand tall

• To stoop or squat

• To run fast

• To jump high

Aiden was caught spray painting a wall in the city. What does "illegal" mean in this context?

• Allowed by the law

• Against the law

• Encouraged by the law

• Ignored by the law

Scarlett noticed a new student in her class and decided to "befriend" her. What does it mean to "befriend" someone?

• To argue with someone

• To become friends with

• To ignore someone

• To compete with someone

During a school play, Arjun played the role of a villain. His character was described as "vicious." What does "vicious" mean in this context?

• Kind and gentle

• Dangerous, violent, or mean

• Happy and cheerful

• Quiet and shy

During a long hike in the desert, Aiden felt extremely parched. What does "parched" mean in this context?

• Extremely wet

• Extremely dry

• Slightly damp

• Very cold

When Maya received the award for her groundbreaking research, she was described as an "illustrious" scientist. What does "illustrious" mean?

• Unknown and hidden

• Famous and well known

• Ordinary and common

• Quiet and reserved