Vocabulary Workshop Unit 3 Set A Quiz for Grade 8

What is the meaning of the word "audacious" in the context of someone attempting a daring feat?

• Timid

• Bold

• Careful

• Hesitant

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

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

• Resist

• Disobey

• Conform

• Ignore

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.6.4A

In the context of a difficult situation, what does "grapple" mean?

• Avoid

• Confront

• Ignore

• Simplify

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.1.6

Which word is an antonym of "instigate"?

• Initiate

• Provoke

• Suppress

• Encourage

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

What does "myriad" mean when describing a collection of items?

• Few

• Countless

• Limited

• Single

Tags

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which of the following is a synonym for "prodigious"?

• Tiny

• Insignificant

• Enormous

• Ordinary

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

What does "skittish" mean when referring to an animal's behavior?

• Calm

• Nervous

• Brave

• Steady

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word is an antonym of "tether"?

• Bind

• Secure

• Release

• Attach

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.6.4A

What does "unison" mean in the context of a choir performance?

• Discord

• Harmony

• Solo

• Chaos

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Identify the synonym for "audacious" from the options below.

• Cautious

• Fearful

• Daring

• Shy

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A