The Smallest Dragonboy Vocabulary Quiz

Eligible means being qualified to be chosen or desirable. In the given context, Keevan had been reminded multiple times that he was eligible to be a candidate, implying that he met the necessary qualifications and was considered desirable for the role.

The word "roster" is used in the context of looking at a list of names or a roll. In this case, the speaker is referring to a roster that contains the names of seventy-two boys. Therefore, the correct answer is "a list of names; roll."

The relationship between the words in the given analogy is that "conflict" is a synonym of "battle" and "fight". Therefore, we need to find a word from the answer choices that is also a synonym of "conflict". The word "confrontation" fits this criteria as it means a direct conflict or face-to-face encounter between two parties.

The word "eligible" fits the given analogy because just as being qualified is desirable, being eligible is also desirable. When someone is eligible, it means they meet the necessary requirements or qualifications for a particular opportunity or status. Therefore, "eligible" is the correct answer in this analogy.

The word "peturbed" means to make someone uneasy, bother, disturb, or agitate them. In the given sentence, the person was somewhat bothered or disturbed to see Beterli wandering over him.

Confrontation means a face to face meeting; a battle. In the given context, it suggests that the appearance of other boys, some with barrows and some mysteriously altered, led to a potential clash or conflict among them. The word "confrontation" implies a direct and possibly hostile encounter between the boys, indicating that they may engage in a physical or verbal confrontation.

The word "contemptuous" means showing or feeling scornful and arrogant behavior. In the given sentence, the protagonist wants to wipe the contemptuous smile from Beterli's face, indicating that Beterli is displaying a scornful and arrogant smile.

Ignominious means shameful or disgraceful. In this context, it suggests that the person's failure is embarrassing and brings them a sense of dishonor.

The word "obscured" is the correct answer because it is related to the word "dark" in the same way as "obstructed" is related to "blocked". Both "obscured" and "obstructed" indicate something that is not clearly visible or accessible. Therefore, "obscured" is the most appropriate choice for completing the analogy.

The word "provoked" fits the given analogy because it shares a similar relationship with "annoyed" as "instigate" does with "enrage". Just as "instigate" is a stronger form of "annoyed" that leads to "enrage", "provoked" is a stronger form of "annoyed" that also leads to "enrage".

Alleviate means to make something more bearable or to relieve or lessen it. In the given sentence, the small voice telling him that he will have other opportunities failed to alleviate his crushing depression, meaning that it did not make his depression more bearable or relieve it in any way.

The word "imperative" is synonymous with "instant," "immediate," and "urgent." It implies a sense of urgency or importance, suggesting that something needs to be done immediately or without delay. The other options, such as "incredulous," "goaded," and "provoked," do not carry the same meaning as the given words or fit the context of the question.

Goaded means to press or impel someone to action, effort, or speed; provoked. In the given context, Beterli is teasing Keevan by challenging him to run fast enough, implying that Keevan should be motivated or provoked to prove his swiftness.

Imminent means that something is about to take place or is impending. In the given context, the wingsecond is telling the candidate that the impression time is imminent, indicating that it is about to happen or is very close to happening.

In this context, the word "incredulous" is used to describe Keevan's reaction to someone sniggering. It suggests that Keevan is surprised and unable to believe that he has been dropped from the candidacy. The word implies a sense of skepticism and doubt, indicating that Keevan does not easily accept or believe what has happened.

The word "obscured" means to make something dim or dark, or to block it. In the given sentence, it suggests that the enticing view was no longer visible or clear as Keevan entered the hatching ground cavern.

Jeered means to speak or cry out in derision, ridicule, or taunt, often accompanied by laughter. In this context, Beterli is mocking Keevan's claim of being able to catch a dragon by saying that it is the only way Keevan could become a dragonrider. Beterli's statement is meant to ridicule and taunt Keevan, suggesting that he is not capable of achieving his goal.

The given analogy follows a pattern of relating words that are synonyms or closely related. "Honor" is a synonym of "prestige," and "status" is also closely related to "prestige." Similarly, "fame" is related to "prestige" as they both represent a high level of recognition and admiration. Therefore, "prestige" is the correct answer as it completes the analogy by maintaining the pattern of synonymous or related words.

The word "contemptuous" is the correct answer because it is synonymous with both "arrogant" and "scornful," as well as "disrespectful." When someone is contemptuous, they display a feeling of disdain or scorn towards others, showing a lack of respect. Therefore, "contemptuous" fits well with the given word relationship.

The word "alleviate" is a synonym for "lessen" and "relieve". It means to make something less severe or to ease a burden or pain. Therefore, "alleviate" is the correct answer as it best fits the given relationship between the words. The other options do not have the same meaning or relationship to the word "lessen".

Prestige refers to the social or professional importance and distinction that someone possesses. It is a measure of honor and respect that is associated with someone's achievements or position in society. In the given context, impressing a blue or brown (presumably referring to individuals of higher social or professional status) carries more weight and significance compared to impressing a green (someone of lower status).

The given question presents a set of words and asks for a word that is similar in meaning to "disbelieving" and "skeptical." The word that fits this description is "incredulous." When someone is incredulous, they are unwilling or unable to believe something. This matches the meaning of "disbelieving" and "skeptical," as all three words convey a sense of doubt or disbelief. Therefore, "incredulous" is the correct answer.

The word "dissipate" means to cause something to spread thin or scatter, gradually making it vanish. In the given sentence, the person allowed their fears to dissipate, indicating that they allowed their fears to gradually vanish or fade away.

Aspire means to have a strong desire or ambition to achieve something. In this context, a bronze rider, who is a rank in the fictional world of Pern, can have the ultimate goal of becoming a Weyrleader, which is a higher and more prestigious position.

Desolation means a feeling of being abandoned or loneliness. In the given context, Keevan is staring at the older boy with intense desolation, which implies that he is feeling a deep sense of loneliness or abandonment. This suggests that the news he is expecting is likely to be something negative or disheartening.

The word "provoked" means to arouse someone to a feeling or action, to incite them, or to aggravate them. In the given context, Beterli's actions led to a fight, implying that he did something to rouse or irritate someone, causing them to react aggressively.

The word "imminent" means something that is about to happen or occur very soon. It is often used to describe a situation or event that is impending or about to take place. In this context, the word "imminent" is synonymous with "impending" as both words convey the idea of something threatening or expectant. Therefore, "imminent" is the correct answer because it best matches the given relationship between the words.

Consternation refers to a state of sudden fear or dread that overwhelms an individual, causing them to feel helpless or unable to act. In this context, the protagonist is unaware of the consternation among the watching Weyrfolk above the Hatching Ground, indicating that they are oblivious to the fear and concern that others are experiencing.

The word "imperative" is used in the sentence to describe the situation of Keevan needing to impress a dragon. This suggests that it is a fact or situation that cannot be avoided and requires immediate attention. Therefore, the correct answer is "unavoidable fact; demanding immediate attention."