Vocabulary and Comprehension Quiz

What is the definition of the verb "align"?

• To bring into agreement or correct position with

• To separate or divide into parts

• To create or invent something new

• To destroy or dismantle completely

What is the definition of the word "benefactor"?

• A person who receives help from others

• A person who helps people or institutions, especially with financial help

• A person who works for a charity

• A person who manages a financial institution

What does the word "colossal" mean?

• Tiny or small in size

• Huge or very great in size

• Average in size

• Slightly larger than normal

Which of the following sentences uses the word "colossal" correctly?

• The colossal mouse hid under the chair.

• The colossal skyscraper towered over the city.

• The colossal ant carried a leaf.

• The colossal pencil fit in my pocket.

What is the definition of the word "eclipse"?

• A bright flash of light in the sky

• The partial or total blocking or obscuring of one celestial object by another

• A sudden increase in temperature

• The movement of stars in the galaxy

What does the word "impaired" mean?

• Strengthened, functional, or improved

• Weakened, dysfunctional, or damaged

• Enhanced, operational, or fixed

• Energized, effective, or repaired

Which character has impaired vision in the book?

• Paul Costello

• Joey Costello

• Paul Fisher

• Erik Fisher

What is the definition of the word "recede"?

• To move forward

• To move back or away

• To stay still

• To increase in size

In the sentence "We sit on the dock and watch the waves recede until it is low tide," what does the word "recede" mean?

• To crash

• To rise

• To move back or away

• To become stronger

What is the definition of the word "relentlessly"?

• In a nonstop, extremely harsh way

• In a calm and peaceful manner

• Occasionally and gently

• Slowly and quietly