Grade 7 Unit 4 Week 4 Quiz

What is the meaning of the word "exasperated" in the context of someone feeling frustrated?

• Calm and relaxed

• Extremely annoyed or irritated

• Slightly amused

• Indifferent

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "chastisement."

• The teacher's chastisement was a gentle pat on the back.

• The student's chastisement was a reward for good behavior.

• The coach's chastisement motivated the team to improve their performance.

• The dog's chastisement was a tasty treat.

What does "acquisition" mean in the context of gaining knowledge?

• Losing information

• The act of obtaining or acquiring something

• Forgetting something

• Destroying something

Select the sentence that uses "ruefully" correctly.

• She smiled ruefully after realizing her mistake.

• He laughed ruefully at the hilarious joke.

• They danced ruefully at the party.

• The sun shone ruefully on the beach.

What is the meaning of "disposition" when referring to someone's character?

• A temporary feeling

• A person's inherent qualities of mind and character

• A physical appearance

• A specific skill

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "crescendo."

• The music reached a crescendo and then faded away.

• The crescendo was a quiet whisper.

• The crescendo was a sudden stop in the music.

• The crescendo was a slow and steady decline.

What does "benign" mean in the context of describing a person's nature?

• Harmful and dangerous

• Gentle and kind

• Aggressive and hostile

• Unpredictable and erratic

Select the sentence that uses "jaunty" correctly.

• He walked with a jaunty step, full of confidence.

• She spoke in a jaunty tone, full of sadness.

• The weather was jaunty, with heavy rain.

• The room was decorated in a jaunty manner, with dark colors.

What is the meaning of "intently" when describing how someone listens?

• Casually and without focus

• With great concentration and attention

• With disinterest

• With confusion

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "indolence."

• His indolence was evident in his energetic approach to work.

• Her indolence led to a productive day.

• Indolence was the reason for his lack of progress.

• Indolence made her finish her tasks quickly.