Vocab Quiz: A Chance in the World

What is the definition of the word "Memoir"?

• A fictional story

• A historical account written from personal knowledge

• A scientific report

• A poem

Answer explanation

The definition of the word 'Memoir' is a historical account written from personal knowledge.

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Which word best fits the following sentence: "The loud __________ of the city made it hard to concentrate"?

• Memoir

• Fathom

• Cacophony

• Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The word 'Cacophony' best fits the sentence as it means a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds, which accurately describes the loud noise of the city that made it hard to concentrate.

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What does the word "Fathom" mean?

• To understand after much thought

• To write a story

• To create a loud noise

• To find a safe place

Answer explanation

The word 'Fathom' means to understand after much thought, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

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Which word would you use to describe a place of refuge or safety?

• Memoir

• Fathom

• Cacophony

• Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The word 'Sanctuary' would be used to describe a place of refuge or safety. It signifies a safe haven or protected area.

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What is the meaning of the word "Baffle"?

• To confuse or perplex

• To write a detailed account

• To create a loud noise

• To find a safe place

Answer explanation

The word 'Baffle' means to confuse or perplex, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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Choose the word that best completes the sentence: "She couldn't __________ why he would do such a thing."

• Memoir

• Fathom

• Cacophony

• Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The correct word that best completes the sentence is 'Fathom' as it means to understand or comprehend something deeply or thoroughly.

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Which word is similar to "autobiography"?

• Memoir

• Fathom

• Cacophony

• Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The word similar to 'autobiography' is 'Memoir'. Both refer to written accounts of one's own life, making 'Memoir' the correct choice.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What word would you use to describe a confusing and loud mixture of sounds?

• Memoir

• Fathom

• Cacophony

• Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The word 'cacophony' would be used to describe a confusing and loud mixture of sounds.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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Which word best fits the following sentence: "The detective was __________ by the lack of evidence"?

• Memoir

• Fathom

• Cacophony

• Baffle

Answer explanation

The word 'Baffle' best fits the sentence as it means to perplex or bewilder, which accurately describes the detective's feeling towards the lack of evidence.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What is the best word to describe a place where one feels safe and protected?

• Memoir

• Fathom

• Cacophony

• Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The best word to describe a place where one feels safe and protected is 'Sanctuary' as it signifies a place of refuge and safety.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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