Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "Mogul" mean?

• A small hill

• A powerful or influential person

• A type of dessert

• A musical instrument

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the meaning of "Ostensible"?

• Hidden

• Apparent or stated

• Unimportant

• Unclear

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does "Lampoon" refer to?

• A type of lamp

• A serious discussion

• A satirical piece of writing

• A musical performance

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is a "Respite"?

• A type of food

• A break or rest

• A long journey

• A musical note

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does "Demise" mean?

• A new beginning

• A type of plant

• Death or end

• A celebration

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

What does it mean to "Balk"?

• To hesitate or refuse

• To run quickly

• To sing loudly

• To agree immediately

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the meaning of "Ancillary"?

• Main or primary

• Additional or supporting

• Unrelated

• Harmful

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "Extrude" mean?

• To pull in

• To push or force out

• To hide away

• To decorate

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does "Obese" refer to?

• Extremely thin

• Extremely overweight

• Very tall

• Very short

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "Prattle" mean?

• To speak in a serious tone

• To talk in a foolish or simple-minded way

• To write poetry

• To sing softly

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A