Vocabulary Strategies

Grade 4 Grammar Worksheet - Building Confidence

Circle the meaning of the word.

1. 1.

   "The soup was bland, so Dad added some salt." What does bland mean?

   • having little taste
   • surprised suddenly
   • strange or unusual
2. 2.

   "The farmer's harvest was plentiful, with more apples than he could carry." What does plentiful mean?

   • very interesting
   • more than enough
   • quiet and still
3. 3.

   "The vase was so delicate that one touch might break it." What does delicate mean?

   • easily broken
   • soft and mild
   • exactly alike
4. 4.

   "The ancient wall was built thousands of years ago near the river." What does ancient mean?

   • very old
   • ran away
   • not wide
5. 5.

   "Grandma's old photo was a treasure, so we kept it safe." What does treasure mean?

   • wild land with no towns
   • something very valuable
   • good for growing plants
6. 6.

   "The old bridge was sturdy and held the heavy truck." What does sturdy mean?

   • strong
   • ready
   • careful