Vocabulary Lesson #6

Which of the following sentences uses the word "noxious" correctly?

• The noxious dessert was the highlight of the meal.

• The garden was filled with noxious weeds that harmed the other plants.

• She had a noxious ability to remember names and faces.

• The noxious agreement led to a successful business partnership.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the best synonym for "bilk"?

• Assist

• Swindle

• Donate

• Support

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is an antonym for "replete"?

• Full

• Abundant

• Devoid

• Overflowing

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

In which sentence is the word "blasphemy" used correctly?

• The artist's new work was considered a blasphemy by art critics.

• The law against blasphemy prevented them from speaking freely about their beliefs.

• She committed blasphemy by arriving late to the meeting.

• His idea of adding pineapple to pizza was seen as a blasphemy in Italy.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "absolution" mean?

• Punishment for wrongdoing

• Formal charge of a crime

• Release from guilt or punishment

• Act of betrayal

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which sentence correctly uses the word "noxious" in a way that demonstrates its meaning through context clues?

• The noxious fumes from the chemical plant forced the nearby residents to evacuate.

• She received a noxious bouquet of flowers for her birthday.

• The noxious agreement was beneficial for both parties.

• His noxious demeanor made him popular at social gatherings.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Identify the sentence where "bilk" is used incorrectly.

• He managed to bilk his way through the security checks.

• The con artist bilked them out of thousands of dollars.

• They planned to bilk the system for as long as possible.

• She bilked her responsibilities by delegating them to her assistant.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which of the following is a synonym for "replete"?

• Empty

• Lacking

• Filled

• Scarce

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Choose the sentence that demonstrates the correct use of "blasphemy".

• His innovative design was initially considered blasphemy by the traditionalists.

• She was charged with blasphemy for her controversial statements on social media.

• The company's policy on late submissions was absolute blasphemy.

• They accused him of blasphemy for his unconventional teaching methods.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the antonym of "absolution"?

• Forgiveness

• Condemnation

• Approval

• Acceptance

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A