Vocabulary Quiz Part 4 for Grade 11

What does the word "punitive" mean?

• Gradual and subtle

• Inflicting or intended as punishment

• Filled with bitter criticism

• A natural tendency

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

Which word describes something that proceeds in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects?

• Insidious

• Vitriolic

• Indignant

• Elocution

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What is the meaning of "vitriolic"?

• A fragrant ointment

• A long essay

• Filled with bitter criticism or malice

• Clear and expressive speech

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

If someone is feeling "indignant," what are they experiencing?

• A natural tendency

• Anger at perceived unfair treatment

• A tendency to do something regularly

• The skill of clear speech

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What does "elocution" refer to?

• The presence of a quality

• A tendency to act in a particular way

• The skill of clear and expressive speech

• A fragrant ointment

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does the verb "evince" mean?

• To heal or soothe the skin

• To reveal the presence of a quality or feeling

• To write a long essay

• To feel anger or annoyance

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which word describes a person's natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way?

• Balm

• Dissertation

• Inclination

• Vitriolic

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.L.11-12.6

What is a "balm"?

• A long essay

• A tendency to do something regularly

• A fragrant ointment used to heal or soothe the skin

• The skill of clear speech

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What is a "dissertation"?

• A tendency to choose something regularly

• A long essay on a particular subject

• A gradual and subtle process

• A feeling of anger

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does "proclivity" mean?

• A tendency to choose or do something regularly

• The skill of clear and expressive speech

• Inflicting punishment

• Filled with bitter criticism

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.4A