Third Grade Standardized Quiz Part 2 - Vocabulary
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A standardized quiz to help third grade students prepare for the vocabulary portion of a skills assessments tests.
Questions and Answers
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SECTION 1 - AntonymsDIRECTIONS: Read the sentence. Choose the word that means the opposite of the underlined word. Then select the box next to the word you have chosen.1. The secluded tribesmen were fascinated by the explorer's digital wristwatch.
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Trumpeted
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Enchanted
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Bartered
- D.
Uninterested
Correct Answer
D. UninterestedExplanation
The word "uninterested" means lacking interest or enthusiasm. In the given sentence, it is stated that the secluded tribesmen were fascinated by the explorer's digital wristwatch. This implies that they were interested in the wristwatch. Therefore, "uninterested" is the word that means the opposite of "fascinated" in this context.Rate this question:
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2. The divers retrieved an ancient box from the shipwreck.
- A.
Cultured
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Modern
- C.
Listless
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Inherited
Correct Answer
B. ModernExplanation
The word "modern" is the correct answer because it is the opposite of "ancient," which is used to describe the box. The sentence suggests that the box is old and from the past, so it makes sense that the divers would retrieve it from a shipwreck. "Cultured," "listless," and "inherited" do not provide an opposite or contrasting meaning to "ancient," so they are not the correct answer choices.Rate this question:
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3. After inspecting the necklace the jeweler determined the gems to be artificial.
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Oval
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Flamboyant
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Genuine
- D.
Patriotic
Correct Answer
C. GenuineExplanation
The jeweler determined the gems to be genuine after inspecting the necklace. This suggests that the gems are not fake or artificial, but rather real and authentic.Rate this question:
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SECTION 2 - Multiple MeaningsDIRECTIONS: Read the sentence. Read and answer the question. Select the box next to the answer.4. The Native American Museum preserves a portion of the history of tribes that were found in North America. In which sentence is the word [preserves] used in the same way as in the sentence above?
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Aunt Bess makes the best raspberry [preserves].
- B.
You can see all kinds of animals in the many wildlife [preserves] in our country.
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A large photo album [preserves] many of the memories from my childhood.
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One of the difficult jobs of any group organizer is to [preserve] the harmony among the group's members.
Correct Answer
C. A large photo album [preserves] many of the memories from my childhood.Explanation
A large photo album [preserves] many of the memories from my childhood. In this sentence, the word "preserves" is used in the same way as in the original sentence because it means to keep or maintain something in its original state or condition. Just like the Native American Museum preserves a portion of the history of tribes, the photo album preserves the memories from childhood by keeping them intact and protected.Rate this question:
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5. My job was to record the email addresses in the database. In which sentence is the word [record] used in the same way as in the sentence above?
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After last night's game, that baseball player is the new [record] holder for most career stolen bases.
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While cleaning the garage we found [record] player and some old jazz albums.
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The police officer began to [record] the details of the crime.
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He hoped his academic [record] would be good enough to get in to the college of his choice.
Correct Answer
C. The police officer began to [record] the details of the crime.Explanation
The word "record" is used in the same way in the sentence "The police officer began to record the details of the crime." In both sentences, "record" is used as a verb meaning to document or write down information.Rate this question:
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SECTION 3 - Context MeaningDIRECTIONS: Read the sentence. Using context, choose the word that means the same or about the same as the underlined word. Then check the box next to the word you have chosen.6. Native Americans have a ancient heritage celebrating the seasons in dance, ceremony and storytelling.
- A.
Dialogue
- B.
Tradition
- C.
Bouquet
- D.
Dialect
Correct Answer
B. TraditionExplanation
The word "heritage" in the sentence refers to the cultural traditions and customs that Native Americans have passed down through generations. Therefore, the word that means the same or about the same as "heritage" is "tradition".Rate this question:
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7. The spy used his stealthy abilities to outwit the guards.
- A.
Disturb
- B.
Translate
- C.
Trick
- D.
Tatter
Correct Answer
C. TrickExplanation
The correct answer is "trick". The sentence states that the spy used his stealthy abilities to outwit the guards. This suggests that the spy used some kind of clever or deceptive action to fool or deceive the guards. The word "trick" fits this description and is therefore the most appropriate answer.Rate this question:
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SECTION 4 - SynonymsDIRECTIONS: Read the sentence. Choose the word that means the same, or about the same, as the underlined word. Then select the box next to the word you have chosen.8. Mark Twain was known for his ability to recite wonderful tales that kept the audience engaged.
- A.
Conquer
- B.
Research
- C.
Retell
- D.
Reservation
Correct Answer
C. RetellExplanation
Mark Twain was known for his ability to retell wonderful tales that kept the audience engaged.Rate this question:
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9. The young animal would be defenseless in the wild without it's mother.
- A.
Celebrating
- B.
Hauling
- C.
Unguarded
- D.
Thriving
Correct Answer
C. UnguardedExplanation
The correct answer is "unguarded". This means that the young animal would be vulnerable or unprotected in the wild without its mother. It implies that the mother provides protection and defense for the young animal, and without her presence, the animal would be defenseless and exposed to potential dangers in its environment.Rate this question:
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10. The father delicately lifted his newborn daughter.
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Meaningfully
- B.
Furiously
- C.
Softly
- D.
Eventually
Correct Answer
C. SoftlyExplanation
The word "delicately" implies a gentle and careful action, which aligns with the idea of lifting a newborn baby. "Meaningfully" and "furiously" do not fit the context of a father lifting his newborn daughter. "Eventually" does not convey the gentleness and care associated with handling a newborn. Therefore, "softly" is the most appropriate word to describe how the father lifted his daughter.Rate this question:
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