English 1 List 5 - Vocabulary Quiz

Ethan has a budget for his school project. What does he need to do to "allocate" the funds?

• To take away a part from

• To distribute according to a plan or set apart for a purpose

• To show little or no emotion

• To be envious of

Avery gave a speech at the school assembly. Her words were so "eloquent" that everyone understood her message clearly and effectively. What does "eloquent" mean?

• Expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively

• Containing or characterized by mistakes

• Showing curiosity

• Lacking foresight or scope

During the school talent show, Luna's performance was described as "vivacious." What does "vivacious" mean in this context?

• Lacking foresight or scope

• Vigorous and animated

• Showing curiosity

• Support with evidence or authority

Ava witnessed a car accident and was asked to provide a statement to the police. What does "corroborate" mean in this context?

• To make impure by adding a foreign substance

• To support with evidence or authority

• To influence or urge by gentle urging

• To take revenge for a perceived wrong

During a class discussion, Abigail noticed that Aiden was sitting quietly and not participating. When asked about his thoughts on the topic, Aiden shrugged and said he didn't really care. What does the word "apathetic" mean in this context?

• Being overly concerned about trivial matters.

• Demonstrating strong feelings or emotions.

• Showing little or no emotion or animation.

• Showing excessive enthusiasm or excitement.

Emma worked hard to get a promotion at her job, but her colleague Kai seemed to begrudge her success. What does the word "begrudge" mean in this context?

• Be envious of or feel annoyance toward.

• To assist someone in need

• To ignore someone's success

• To celebrate someone's achievements

In a school project, Abigail and Luna created a model of a city. What does the word "composite" mean in the context of their model?

• Consisting of separate interconnected parts.

• A synonym for simple.

• A single element or part.

• A type of mathematical function.

During a classroom debate, Lily expressed her feelings about a controversial topic. She said, "I feel a sense of contempt towards the idea because it goes against my values." What does the word "contempt" mean in this context?

• A legal term for a formal accusation.

• A lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike.

• A state of confusion or uncertainty.

• A strong feeling of love and affection.

Arjun often questioned the motives behind people's actions, believing they were driven by self-interest. What does the word "cynical" mean in this context?

• Believing the worst of human nature and motives.

• Skeptical of technological advancements.

• Optimistic about human intentions.

• Trusting in the goodness of people.

During a group project, Arjun noticed that his constant interruptions seemed to detract from the team's overall progress. What does the word "detract" mean in this context?

• To add to the worth of something.

• To take away from the worth or value of something.

• To ignore the importance of something.

• To enhance the value of something.