Vocabulary Skills for 6th Graders

What does the word 'benevolent' mean?

• Indifferent and apathetic; showing no interest.

• Selfish and greedy; lacking compassion.

• Hostile and aggressive; promoting conflict.

• Kind and charitable; showing goodwill.

Choose the synonym for 'happy': joyful, sad, angry.

• discontent

• frustrated

• joyful

• miserable

What is the antonym of 'difficult'?

• easy

• complex

• arduous

• challenging

Use the word 'exemplary' in a sentence.

• The team's effort was below average and disappointing.

• His performance was mediocre and did not stand out.

• Her exemplary performance in the competition earned her a scholarship.

• She received criticism for her lack of preparation.

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

• somewhat sad

• neutral feeling

• very happy

• not happy

Identify the suffix in the word 'carefully'.

• -ly

• -fully

• -fullying

• -care

What is the relationship between 'teacher' and 'student'?

• Teacher learns from student.

• Teacher and student are equals.

• Teacher instructs student.

• Student teaches teacher.

Choose the correct word: The weather was very (pleasant, unpleasant) today.

• humid

• mild

• pleasant

• stormy

What does the word 'meticulous' mean?

• Being overly simplistic and straightforward.

• Showing indifference to precision and accuracy.

• Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

• Lacking attention to detail; careless and hasty.

Find a synonym for 'quick': rapid, slow, lazy.

• slow

• sluggish

• lethargic

• rapid