Vocabulary Challenge for Eighth Graders

What is the definition of "brevity"?

• The quality of being brief or concise

• The act of stealing

• A state of inactivity

• A humorous imitation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does "clemency" mean?

• A state of rest or inactivity

• Mercy or leniency

• To criticize harshly

• A playful or humorous act

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4C

Which of the following best defines "frivolous"?

• Serious and important

• Lacking in seriousness or importance

• Full of complaints

• Unharmed or uninjured

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is a "heist"?

• A period of temporary delay

• A humorous or satirical imitation

• A robbery or theft

• A state of inactivity

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "lampoon" mean?

• To praise highly

• To criticize or mock in a humorous way

• To forgive or pardon

• To remain inactive

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of "querulous"?

• Full of complaints

• Full of energy

• Full of joy

• Full of wisdom

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "reproach" mean?

• To praise or commend

• To express disapproval or disappointment

• To remain silent

• To forgive or pardon

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

What is the definition of "respite"?

• A period of rest or relief

• A state of inactivity

• A humorous imitation

• A robbery or theft

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does "torpor" mean?

• A state of mental or physical inactivity

• A state of excitement

• A state of joy

• A state of confusion

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of "unscathed"?

• Harmed or injured

• Unharmed or uninjured

• Full of complaints

• Lacking in seriousness

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4