Vocabulary Lesson #17

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the use of the word "reticent"?

• A person loudly sharing their opinions during a meeting.

• A student eagerly participating in every class discussion.

• A man choosing to keep his thoughts to himself at a social gathering.

• A teacher explaining a concept in detail to her students.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "farcical" mean?

• Tragic and sad.

• Ridiculous and absurd.

• Dangerous and threatening.

• Mysterious and intriguing.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence uses the word "egalitarian" correctly?

• The company implemented an egalitarian system where all employees, regardless of position, could submit ideas.

• He took an egalitarian approach to cooking, where he mixed all ingredients at once.

• The weather was described as particularly egalitarian this summer.

• She wrote a very egalitarian novel, full of complex and confusing plots.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Identify the sentence where "palpable" is used correctly.

• The palpable hairstyle was very popular this season.

• She spoke in a palpable tone that could be heard across the room.

• The tension in the room was palpable.

• He wore a palpable outfit that caught everyone's attention.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Which of the following best defines a "charlatan"?

• A person who is highly skilled in a particular field.

• A person who pretends to have skills or knowledge that they do not actually possess.

• A person who donates generously to charities.

• A person who is known for their honesty and integrity.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Choose the option where "reticent" is used incorrectly.

• Despite his expertise, he was reticent about sharing his opinions.

• She was reticent and avoided eye contact during the interview.

• The crowd was reticent after the performance.

• He was reticent about his achievements and rarely spoke of them.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which situation is NOT an example of a "farcical" scenario?

• A play where characters mistakenly swap identities in a humorous way.

• A serious debate about the ethics of genetic cloning.

• A movie where a series of improbable and silly events lead to a comedic climax.

• A sitcom episode centered around a misunderstanding that leads to ridiculous situations.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is an "egalitarian" society?

• A society where wealth is distributed based on social status.

• A society that values hierarchy and class distinctions.

• A society that promotes equal rights and opportunities for all its members.

• A society that restricts voting rights to a select group of people.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which usage of "palpable" is incorrect?

• The excitement in the air was palpable.

• The palpable soup was served hot.

• His nervousness was palpable as he waited for the interview.

• The hostility between the two was palpable.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Select the sentence where "charlatan" is used appropriately.

• The magician was a charlatan who fooled everyone with his tricks.

• The charlatan painted a beautiful portrait.

• The scientist was called a charlatan for his groundbreaking research.

• The charlatan donated a large sum to the local hospital.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D