Speaking Verbs and Their Use in Writing

During a debate competition, Priya was asked to _______ the opposing team's arguments to uncover any inconsistencies.

• Cross-Examine

• Shout

• Shrill

• Squawk

Avery was in the library and needed to ask a question without disturbing others. Which of the following verbs would most likely describe how Avery should speak?

• Whisper

• Yell

• Exult

• Trumpet

During the school play, William delivered his lines "Triumphantly." Which verb would he most likely use?

• Exult

• Mumble

• Whisper

• Squeak

Aiden was at a party and wanted to compliment the host. Which verb would you use to describe Aiden speaking "Pleasantly"?

• Coo

• Bark

• Thunder

• Snort

During a quiet night, Ava heard a noise in the attic. Which verb from the list describes the sound she heard?

• Squeak

• Exult

• Reflect

• Muse

What is the speaking verb in the sentence: “Look out!” said the boy.

• said

• run

• jump

• write

During a class play, Lily was assigned a role where she had to use a speaking verb. What is a speaking verb?

• A verb that shows someone is talking

• A verb that shows someone is running

• A verb that shows someone is eating

• A verb that shows someone is sleeping

Which of the following is NOT a speaking verb?

• jumped

• shouted

• whispered

• replied

Which of these could replace “said” in the sentence: “I’m free!” ______ Johnny as he ran out of the school parking lot?

• shouted

• walked

• slept

• danced

Sophia was in a play. Which of these actions did she perform on stage?

• yelled

• ran

• ate

• slept