Vocabulary Quiz: Depth of Knowledge

Which word means "complete; total"?

• ambiguous

• arrant

• auspicious

• calumnious

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the meaning of "sepulcher"?

• tomb; burial place

• joyous; cheerful

• skill; agility

• dangerous

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the word that means "intending to ruin someone’s reputation".

• commendable

• calumnious

• convoy

• dexterity

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which word describes something that is "positive; favorable"?

• ambiguous

• auspicious

• arrant

• perilous

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which word best fits the following sentence: "The _______ of the fleet ensured safe passage through the dangerous waters."

• apparition

• convoy

• dirge

• harbingers

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: "The _______ nature of the prophecy left everyone in suspense."

• ambiguous

• prophetic

• jocund

• obsequious

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which word would best describe a person who is "overly attentive"?

• obstinate

• obsequious

• malicious

• jocund

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the following scenario: A person is persistently asking for a favor. Which vocabulary word best describes this behavior?

• importuned

• fortified

• embarked

• forfeit

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Given the context of a story where a character is described as "frail and weak," which word would best fit this description?

• dexterity

• frailty

• mirth

• portentous

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate the following statement: "The _______ of the old castle walls made it nearly impossible for invaders to breach."

• implements

• fortified

• perilous

• sepulcher

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking