Multiple Meaning Madness

Choose the sentence that uses the SAME definition of "deck" as this example:
Sarah sat on the deck of the beach house and enjoyed the spectacular sunset.

• Sarah's family made sure to pack a deck of cards to take on vacation.
• One of Ben's favorite holiday songs is "Deck the Halls" since his family loves decorating their home.
• The pilots waited on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier for their scheduled take off time.
• The rookie boxer decked his more experienced opponent.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Decide which dictionary definition for the word "mean" is being used here:

The weather report doesn't look good! This means we will probably have to cancel our plans to go hiking this weekend.

• To be a sign or an indication

• Unkind or cruel

• occupying the middle position

• To intend to say or express

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Choose the sentence that uses the word "sole" in the same context as the example:
Sadly, Jane knew it was time to go shopping when the sole of her favorite sneakers started flapping.

• The sole reason Author cannot get a dog is that his mother is allergic to animal fur.
• Tabitha definitely enjoyed her lemon sole for dinner, but she prefers salmon.
• Being the sole living relative, Bernie inherited Great-Aunt Winifred's teacup collection.
• Lorelai had to drop out of the race when she injured her heel and the sole of her foot.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the sentence that DOES NOT use the same definition for the word "season":
The chef loves to cook with fresh vegetables when they are in season.

• When Lucy is in basketball season, she religiously goes out and shoots 100 free throws a day.
• Chef also loves to season his food with fresh spices.
• Summer in China is considered the rainy season, so don't forget to plan accordingly for your trip!
• My doctor told me that we are in the midst of allergy season and that might be why I can't stop sneezing.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

This sentence contains a metaphor.  Which is the best dictionary definition of the word "lap" in the sentence:
Charles lapped up the praise and glory after winning two gold medals!

• The front part of the human body from the waist to the knees when in a sitting position
• To wash or move in small waves
• A complete circuit of a course in sports or exercise
• To take up liquid with the tongue

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Which sentence uses the word "wind" in the same way as the example?

The peaceful river winds through the valley.

• After noticing it had stopped, Charles decided to wind the clock to see if that helped.

• The winding road led us past a cow pasture, an old church, and a picturesque farmhouse.

• The wind whipping through the trees made me think that bad weather might be on the way.

• Sarah no longer wants to play the piano; she would like to learn a wind instrument instead.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

In this sentence, the word "file" uses which definition?
After using her metal file to smooth a broken fingernail, Nancy Drew then used it to open the locked closet door.

• To  march in a line, one after the other
• To arrange in convenient order for storage
• A collection of related data or records stored on a computer or other device
• A small tool used for trimming and cleaning fingernails

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the sentence that uses this definition of the word "mind":
"To heed or obey"

• Mom asked me to mind the baby while she took a quick shower.
• I do not mind if you want to leave a little early for the airport.
• Mind what I say, or you will find yourself in a pickle!
• Every day, scientists and doctors are discovering the marvels of the human mind.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which sentence uses the same meaning for the word "fair?"

Terrence is in fair health after his illness; he feels so-so, but the doctors say his recovery time could be as much as six weeks!

• I begged Dad to let me ride the ferris wheel at the county fair, but he said there was no time.

• Mrs. Smith is the most fair teacher I know; she always listens to both sides of any story.

• Jillian has a fair talent for singing; her voice is pleasant, but she knows she is not the best singer in the competition.

• The fair-haired maiden decided to disguise her long, blonde hair and look for the dragon herself.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the dictionary definition for "stem" used in this sentence:

This extra homework stems from the poor grades on the last quiz.

• To stop the flow of

• The stalk that supports a flower, leaf, or fruit

• The forward part of a boat

• To arise or originate; come from

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4