Reading Vocabulary Practice Questions

1. After practice, the girl's softball team stated, “We're famished!”
Famished means

A. Fatigued
B. Hungry
C. Excited
D. Ready

2. The newborn baby was enamored with the rattle.
Enamored means

A. Fascinated
B. Happy
C. Unsure what to do
D. Aggravated

3. When having a problem, it is best to dissect the situation then act.
Dissect means

A. Control
B. Discuss
C. Ignore
D. Analyze

4. The bouncer's countenance discouraged brawls.
Countenance means

A. Message
B. Presence
C. Expression
D. Strength

5. The child apprized her father's authority and behaved herself in church.
Apprized means

A. Appreciated
B. Compromised
C. Defied
D. Noted

6. The aural component of balance is critical for postural control during ambulation.
Aural means related to the

A. Eyes
B. Ears
C. Nose
D. Hands

7. The wound exhibited signs of copious drainage requiring medical intervention.
Copious means

A. Minimal
B. Clear
C. Maximal
D. Foul

8. The scientist was able to evoke powerful emotions from her audience.
Evoke means

A. Sell
B. Calm
C. Call forth
D. Exaggerate

9. The official exhibited a heedless attitude when dealing with the dignitaries.
Heedless mean

A. Thoughtless
B. Pleasant
C. Friendly
D. Bitter

10. The general tried to instill in his troops the hope of victory.
Instill means

A. Infuse
B. Delay
C. Inscribe
D. Indict

11. The winning team of the World Series often has a jovial attitude.
Jovial means

A. Merry
B. Sad
C. Somber
D. Laborious

12. A lyre was played in ancient Rome.
The lyre is a

A. Stringed instrument in the harp class
B. Percussion instrument
C. Wind instrument in the wind class
D. Rhythmical percussion device

Answer Key
1. B
2. A
3. D
4. C
5. A
6. B
7. C
8. C
9. A
10. A
11. A
12. A

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