English I - Vocabulary - Lesson 9

Front

What does the word 'bemused' mean in the context of a detective's thoughts?

Back

It describes a detective who can’t stop thinking about an unsolved crime.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Define the word 'vibrant'.

Back

Lively and bright.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Front

What is the meaning of 'incomprehensible'?

Back

Impossible to understand.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

What does 'ambivalence' refer to?

Back

Uncertainty or indecision due to simultaneous conflicting feelings.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What is an antonym for the word 'disturbing'?

Back

Serene.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

What is the definition of 'serene'?

Back

Calm, peaceful, and untroubled.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Provide a synonym for 'vibrant'.

Back

Energetic or lively.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

What does 'incomprehensible' imply about a situation or decision?

Back

It suggests that the situation or decision is difficult to grasp or understand.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

How can 'ambivalence' affect decision-making?

Back

It can lead to hesitation or difficulty in making a choice due to conflicting feelings.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the opposite of 'vibrant'?

Back

Dull or lifeless.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A