Lesson T3.2.1

T3.2.1 Using new vocabulary consciously in writing and speech Quiz: KS3 English, Unit 3

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Lesson T3.2.1, Using new vocabulary consciously in writing and speech: 20 multiple choice questions for the KS3 English (National Curriculum), Unit 3: Grammar and vocabulary, written with Revision Ninja.

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The 20 questions

  1. Which sentence uses the word 'ubiquitous' correctly?

    • The ubiquitous shoe was tiny, meaning it was the smallest and hardest one to find anywhere.
    • She was ubiquitous at the back of the class, meaning she was always absent from lessons.
    • The ubiquitous noise of the ocean was quiet, meaning the waves had stopped completely.
    • Mobile phones are now ubiquitous, meaning they are found almost everywhere people live and work.

  2. What does the word 'meticulous' mean?

    • Being very rude or impolite to other people in a way that upsets those around them.
    • Showing great attention to detail and careful precision in the work that is done.
    • Moving quickly and noisily from one place to another without stopping to look around.
    • Feeling very sad and disappointed after a long and difficult day spent in the classroom.

  3. Which word is a synonym for 'reluctant'?

    • Cheerful, which means happy and full of positive feelings about the day ahead.
    • Hesitant, which means unwilling to do something because of doubt or dislike.
    • Eager, which means very keen and quick to do something that is planned or wanted.
    • Generous, which means willing to give money or time to others who need it.

  4. What is the meaning of 'benevolent' in the sentence 'The benevolent teacher gave extra help to everyone'?

    • Kind and generous, wanting to do good for others.
    • Clever and quick, able to solve problems faster than most other people in class.
    • Strict and stern, insisting that every rule is obeyed without any exceptions.
    • Tired and sleepy, unable to stay awake during lessons because of the heat.

  5. Which word means 'to make something less severe or less intense'?

    • Accumulate, which means to gather or collect a growing amount of something over time.
    • Alleviate, which means to relieve or make a problem or pain easier to bear.
    • Illuminate, which means to light up or make something clearer for others to see.
    • Escalate, which means to increase in size, level or seriousness over time.

  6. Which sentence uses 'precarious' correctly?

    • The precarious meal was delicious, so everyone asked for a second helping of pudding.
    • The ladder was precarious, so the workers held it firmly while the paint dried.
    • The precarious book was very long, so the reader took a week to finish it all.
    • The precarious sunshine lit the room, so the children went outside to play in the field.

  7. What does the word 'conspicuous' mean?

    • Hidden away and deliberately kept out of sight so that no one can find it.
    • Very slow and careful in the way that a person moves or acts in public.
    • Shared equally between everyone in a group so that no one receives more than another.
    • Clearly visible or easy to notice, often in a way that draws attention.

  8. Which word best completes the sentence 'The witness gave an ___ account of the accident, with no contradictions'?

    • unambiguous, meaning clear and open to only one interpretation.
    • ambivalent, meaning having mixed or conflicting feelings about the same thing.
    • tentative, meaning uncertain and cautious, as if still open to change later.
    • superficial, meaning lacking depth and concerned only with appearance on the surface.

  9. What does 'eloquent' mean when used to describe a speaker?

    • Able to express ideas fluently and persuasively in speech or writing.
    • Quiet and shy, preferring to listen to others rather than speaking very much at all.
    • Loud and aggressive, often shouting so that others cannot make themselves heard easily.
    • Confused and uncertain, unable to decide what to say during a serious discussion.

  10. Which word is an antonym of 'diligent'?

    • Careful, which means paying close attention to avoid mistakes or harm.
    • Energetic, which means full of energy and eager to be active and busy.
    • Lazy, which means unwilling to work hard or to put in proper effort.
    • Persistent, which means continuing to try hard in spite of difficulty.

  11. What does 'transient' mean in the sentence 'The joy was transient, lasting only a few moments'?

    • Lasting for only a short time and not permanent.
    • Very large and noticeable, drawing the attention of everyone in the room.
    • Powerful and strong, able to overcome difficulty without any help from others.
    • Lasting forever and never fading away, even after many years had passed.

  12. Which word is closest in meaning to 'candid' in 'She gave a candid answer about her mistake'?

    • Quick, meaning done in a short time without much thought or planning at all.
    • Honest, meaning open and straightforward without trying to hide the truth.
    • Confused, meaning unsure of what has happened or what should be said next.
    • Polite, meaning showing respect and good manners when talking to other people.

  13. What does 'verbose' mean?

    • Using a loud and booming voice that can be heard clearly from a great distance.
    • Using a foreign language that few listeners in the room are able to understand.
    • Using more words than are needed, so that the writing or speech is wordy.
    • Using very few words, so that the writing or speech is short and to the point.

  14. Which word best fits 'The new evidence was so ___ that the jury changed its verdict'?

    • trivial, meaning unimportant and not worth serious attention or time.
    • compelling, meaning powerfully convincing and hard to ignore.
    • feeble, meaning weak and unable to persuade anyone of anything at all.
    • vague, meaning unclear and not precise enough to be understood properly.

  15. What does 'profound' mean in 'The novel had a profound effect on her'?

    • Deep and far-reaching, having a strong and lasting influence.
    • Shallow and light, having only a slight or fleeting effect on the reader at all.
    • Cheerful and bright, lifting the mood of the reader for a single afternoon.
    • Brief and simple, containing few details and no real depth of thought.

  16. Which word is a synonym for 'hostile'?

    • Unfriendly, meaning showing opposition or a lack of kindness towards others.
    • Peaceful, meaning calm and free from fighting, noise or any kind of trouble.
    • Curious, meaning eager to learn or find out more about a particular subject.
    • Welcoming, meaning warm and friendly towards people who arrive somewhere new.

  17. Which sentence uses 'sceptical' correctly?

    • The sceptical cake was baked for two hours and tasted sweet and light in the middle.
    • The sceptical puppy ran across the field and jumped happily into the lake for a swim.
    • The sceptical team won the match easily and celebrated with their families afterwards.
    • The scientist was sceptical about the claim and asked for more evidence before agreeing.

  18. What does 'gregarious' mean?

    • Enjoying the company of others and being sociable and outgoing.
    • Preferring to be alone and avoiding contact with people for long periods of time.
    • Being very careful with money and avoiding spending it on unnecessary things at all.
    • Being easily frightened by loud noises and sudden movements in busy surroundings.

  19. Which word means 'to say something in a way that is not direct, but suggests it'?

    • Describe, which means to give a detailed account of what something looks like.
    • Imply, which means to suggest something without stating it openly.
    • Declare, which means to state something clearly and openly in front of others.
    • Demand, which means to ask for something firmly and insist that it is given.

  20. Which word best describes a feeling of deep and uneasy worry?

    • Relaxed, meaning calm and free from tension, with no worry about the future.
    • Anxious, meaning worried and nervous about what might happen next.
    • Indifferent, meaning having no interest or concern about a particular matter.
    • Jubilant, meaning feeling great joy and triumph after a successful result.

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