Vocabulary reading 1

What is the meaning of the word "hearthstones"?

• A type of plant

• The stones which form a fireplace

• A type of food

• A musical instrument

Which word means "unattractive, plain looking"?

• Homely

• Eagerly

• Pesky

• Wretched

What does "wretched" mean?

• Happy and joyful

• Despicable, low, unworthy

• Full of energy

• Covered by fog

If someone is doing something "eagerly," how are they doing it?

• With great interest

• Slowly and lazily

• Without any care

• With anger

What does "fogbound" mean?

• Clear and sunny

• Covered by fog

• Full of light

• Very windy

Which word describes something that is "troublesome; annoying"?

• Eagerly

• Pesky

• Homely

• Wretched

Identify a situation where you might feel "eagerly."

• Waiting for a boring lecture

• Waiting for your favorite movie to start

• Cleaning your room

• Doing homework

Which of the following scenarios best describes a "fogbound" morning?

• The sun is shining brightly

• The sky is clear with no clouds

• The area is covered with thick fog

• It is raining heavily

Choose the best example of a "pesky" situation.

• A quiet library

• A mosquito buzzing around your ear

• A peaceful garden

• A calm beach

Which of the following is an example of a "wretched" act?

• Helping a friend

• Cheating in a game

• Sharing your lunch

• Complimenting someone