Vocabulary Quiz - Group 10

What is the meaning of the word 'bombast'?

• arrogant, pompous language

• friendly language

• humble language

• concise language

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Who is an epicure?

• someone who doesn't care about food

• someone who is allergic to food

• someone who appreciates good food and drink

• someone who dislikes food

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word 'acquiesce' mean?

• to disagree with

• to argue with

• to agree to

• to ignore

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does 'oblivious' mean?

• totally unaware

• fully conscious

• partially aware

• completely attentive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'heed' mean?

• to mock

• to ignore

• to listen to

• to criticize

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does 'curtail' mean?

• to cut short

• to expand

• to lengthen

• to extend

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is a 'podium'?

• a sunken stage

• a raised platform

• a flat surface

• a lowered platform

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word 'lampoon'?

• to imitate

• to praise

• to admire

• to ridicule; spoof

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the meaning of 'tenuous'?

• solid

• flimsy; not solid

• strong

• sturdy

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does 'resonant' mean?

• silent

• muted

• echoing

• quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F