Vocabulary Mastery Quiz for Grade 6

What is the definition of the word "perilous"?

• Safe and secure

• Full of danger or risk

• Calm and peaceful

• Easy and simple

Which sentence correctly uses the word "anguish"?

• She felt great anguish when she lost her favorite book.

• He was full of anguish after winning the lottery.

• The weather was anguish today.

• The cake was anguish to bake.

What is a synonym for "illiterate"?

• Educated

• Uneducated

• Literate

• Knowledgeable

What is an antonym for "persist"?

• Continue

• Persevere

• End

• Endure

Match the word "petulance" with its definition.

• The quality of being patient and understanding

• The quality of being childishly sulky or bad-tempered

• The quality of being brave and courageous

• The quality of being wise and thoughtful

Define the word "anguish".

• A state of happiness and joy

• Severe mental or physical pain or suffering

• A feeling of excitement and thrill

• A sense of calm and relaxation

Use the word "persist" in a sentence.

• She decided to persist in her studies despite the challenges.

• He persisted the cake with icing.

• The weather persisted to be sunny.

• They persisted the car to the garage.

Identify the synonym for "perilous".

• Safe

• Dangerous

• Secure

• Calm

Identify the antonym for "petulance".

• Patience

• Irritability

• Anger

• Frustration

Match the word "illiterate" with its definition.

• Unable to read or write

• Highly educated

• Skilled in many languages

• Well-read and knowledgeable