8th Grade VSP Quiz 26

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: Grandparents are usually known for their *doting* ways toward their grandchildren.

correct

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: Although the King of Siam was determined to *subjugate* Anna, she remained independent.

correct

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: The brave Canadian Mountie was able to *foil* the plans of the villain.

correct

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: In order to keep a businesslike atmosphere, the office manager asked the employees to wear *garish* clothes.

incorrect

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: Since Jan liked horseback riding and Sandra liked mountain climbing, their vacation plans were sure to *coincide*.

incorrect

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: The frightened deer showed how *audacious* he was by running quickly into the forest and hiding.

incorrect

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: The queen knighted the *renegade* for his heroic deeds.

incorrect

Tell whether the bolded vocabulary word is used correctly or incorrectly by writing correct or incorrect: The spoiled food could not be served for dinner because it was *palatable*.

incorrect