9th Grade Vocabulary Challenge

What does the word 'benevolent' mean?

• Kind and charitable; showing goodwill.

• Selfish and greedy; showing hostility.

• Indifferent and apathetic; lacking concern.

• Deceitful and manipulative; showing malice.

Choose the synonym for 'arduous': a) easy b) difficult c) quick

• simple

• difficult

• fast

• uncomplicated

What is the antonym of 'diligent'?

• lazy

• negligent

• indifferent

• careless

Use 'meticulous' in a sentence that shows its meaning.

• The student was meticulous in finishing his homework in a hurry.

• The artist was meticulous in her painting, ensuring every brushstroke was perfect.

• The chef was meticulous in preparing a quick meal without any care.

• He was meticulous about his messy room, never cleaning it.

What does the prefix 'un-' mean in the word 'unhappy'?

• to change

• the same as

• not or opposite of

• to increase

Identify the suffix in the word 'happiness' and explain its meaning.

• -ness

• -ful

• -ly

• -ing

Which word is related to 'audible': a) hear b) see c) taste?

• smell

• touch

• think

• a) hear

What does 'candid' mean in the context of a conversation?

• Deceptive and misleading.

• Open and honest.

• Reserved and quiet.

• Formal and structured.

Choose the correct word: 'The teacher was very ___ about the rules.' (a) ambiguous, b) clear, c) vague)

• unclear

• strict

• confusing

• clear

What is the meaning of 'transient' in relation to time?

• Permanent or everlasting.

• Consistent or stable.

• Occasional or sporadic.

• Temporary or short-lived.