Journeys Grade 5 Unit 2 Lesson 9

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

Rescue workers can provide critical aid when a hurricane strikes.

• medical attention

• great importance

• fast and furious

• a decision to be made

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

The people returned to search the ruins of their home after a tornado demolished it.

• broken

• afraid

• whirling winds

• completely destroyed

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

Medals for bravery are given to an elite group of the best and most skilled lifeguards.

• the best at what they do

• fancy

• exclusive club of men

• popular

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

Rescue dogs are trained to stay calm in spite of chaos and commotion.

• a party

• a speech given by an important figure

• a lot of noise and confusion

• frightening experience

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

Rescuers bundle injured skiers in blankets for warmth or to prevent shock.

• a sack used to carry things

• a group of objects

• a slang term for money

• to dress or wrap warmly

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

During a fire, people who get too close can distract firefighters and cause them annoyance.

• something that is irritating

• dangerous

• money your parents give you for completing chores

• harm or injury

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

In mountain rescues, one person is secured to another by safety fasteners.

• loose and free

• trapped on a platform

• held down tightly

• someone who guards property

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

The squalling of a child can lead rescuers to the frightened, crying victim.

• the sound a dog makes

• repetitive noises

• whispering

• loud crying

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

The protective clothing worn by firefighters can make them feel clammy and damp.

• feeling sick

• cold, sticky, and moist

• nervous or apprehensive

• something found in the ocean

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below?

The realization that rescuers save lives makes families proud.

• being oblivious

• giving a speech

• sudden awareness

• not fake

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4