Lesson 8, 10, 11, 12 Vocabulary Review

What is the meaning of the word 'scowl'?

• To smile brightly

• An expression of displeasure or anger

• To laugh loudly

• A cheerful greeting

What does the verb 'quell' mean?

• To encourage

• To put an end to something

• To ignore

• To celebrate

What is the meaning of the word 'dreary'?

• Exciting and lively

• Depressingly gloomy

• Very colorful

• Extremely noisy

Fill in the blank with the correct vocabulary word: The team's victory left them feeling ______, celebrating their achievement with cheers and laughter.

• jubilant

• indicted

• austere

• succinct

What does the word 'haughty' mean?

• Friendly and kind

• Showing an attitude of superiority

• Very shy

• Easily frightened

What is the meaning of the word 'futility'?

• The quality of being effective

• The quality of being ineffective

• A sense of excitement

• A feeling of joy

Fill in the blank: The leader's firm words helped ______ the growing unrest among the crowd.

• quell

• expunge

• appeal

• undulate

What is the meaning of the word 'Glean'?

• To gather or collect bit by bit, often with effort and from various sources.

• To express great joy, happiness, or triumph.

• Having the ability to use both hands with equal skill and ease.

• Inspiring fear, awe, or respect due to being powerful, impressive, or challenging.

Fill in the blank: The sky was gray and the atmosphere felt ______, matching his somber mood.

• dreary

• acrimonious

• connivance

• futility

What is the meaning of the word 'Ambidextrous'?

• Having the ability to use both hands with equal skill and ease.

• Expressed in a clear and concise manner.

• To gather or assemble in a group.

• The act of secretly cooperating or conspiring.