U5W3 Vocab and Writing Comprehension Quiz

To trust or depend on someone or something.

• assume

• rely

• nominate

• obviously

Something being easily seen or understood.

• hidden
• obviously

• evident
• clear

To make sure or certain of something.

• Confirm
• Assure
• Guarantee

• Validate

A person who lacks physical strength.

• frail
• feeble
• fragile
• weakling

To suggest or propose that the person

be chosen, such as a candidate for

an office

• elect
• select
• appoint
• nominate

Taking something for granted, or supposing it is so.

• Taking something for granted
• Assume

• Neglecting
• Acknowledging

Feeling and understanding someone’s troubles.

• Compassion
• Sympathy
• Apathy
• Empathy

Provide approval, aid, or encouragement to others.

• supportive

• disapprove
• reject
• oppose

How many paragraphs should be in a 5th grade essay

• 1

• 3

• 5

• 7

The first paragraph in an essay should do the following.

• Summarize the conclusion
• Provide a detailed analysis of the topic
• Include personal anecdotes
• Introduce the topic, provide background information, and present the main argument or thesis statement.