Tristan Strong Vocab Review 2

What word means "to question formally and systematically"?

• cryptic

• fetter

• interrogate

• jibe

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which word is used to describe something that is difficult to understand or enigmatic?

• cryptic

• idle

• skeptical

• unfurl

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word "transfixed" imply?

• To be motionless because of surprise, awe, fear, etc.

• To be in a state of inactivity or rest

• To express or feel disagreement

• To spread out something that has been rolled or folded

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the meaning of "fetter"?

• To make someone or something free from constraints

• To cause to become twisted together with or caught in

• To restrain with chains or manacles, typically around the ankles

• To be doubtful or distrustful

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does "idle" mean?

• To be extremely busy with activities

• To be in a state of inactivity or rest

• To be fully open or spread out

• To be clear and easy to understand

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does "jibe" mean?

• To agree or be in harmony with

• To question thoroughly

• To be fixed in place

• To be skeptical or doubtful

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does "skeptical" mean?

• To be accepting and trusting

• To be doubtful or distrustful

• To be clear and straightforward

• To be active and energetic

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the meaning of "unfurl"?

• To become entangled or twisted

• To become more complex or convoluted

• To spread out something that has been rolled or folded

• To restrain or restrict freedom of movement

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4