6th Period Week 3 Vocabulary Test

What is the definition of "Irritable"?

• Calm and relaxed

• Eager to help others

• Indifferent to situations

• Easily annoyed or angered.

Answer explanation

The term "irritable" refers to a state of being easily annoyed or angered. This definition aligns with the correct answer choice, distinguishing it from the other options that describe different emotional states.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the Latin origin of "Irritable"?

• Irritabilitas

• Irritabilis

• Irritabilus

• Irritabilis Maximus

Answer explanation

The correct origin of "irritable" is "Irritabilis," which means "able to be irritated" in Latin. The other options do not accurately represent the term's etymology.

In what century was the term "Irritable" first recorded?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 16th century

• 12th century

Answer explanation

The term "Irritable" was first recorded in the 17th century, making it the correct choice. This period marked significant developments in language and medical terminology.

Which of the following is a synonym for "Irritable"?

• calm

• serene

• peaceful

• grumpy

Answer explanation

The word "irritable" describes someone who is easily annoyed or angered. Among the choices, "grumpy" is the only synonym, as it also conveys a sense of being in a bad mood or irritable, while the others imply calmness.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

Which sentence correctly uses "Irritable"?

• Irritable is a type of fruit that grows in tropical climates.

• He was irritable when he won the lottery.

• After a long day at work, I felt irritable and snapped at my friends.

• The irritable was rainy and sunny all day.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'After a long day at work, I felt irritable and snapped at my friends.' because it accurately describes a person's mood, while the other options misuse 'irritable' or are grammatically incorrect.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the definition of "Altercation"?

• A formal agreement between parties.

• A peaceful discussion between friends.

• A noisy argument or disagreement.

• A type of legal document.

Answer explanation

The term 'Altercation' refers to a noisy argument or disagreement, making it distinct from formal agreements or peaceful discussions. Thus, the correct choice is 'A noisy argument or disagreement.'

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the Latin origin of "Altercation"?

• Altercatioe

• Altercari

• Altercatio

• Altercatus

Answer explanation

The correct Latin origin of "Altercation" is "Altercatio," which means a dispute or argument. The other options do not accurately represent the term's etymology.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

In what century was the term "Altercation" first recorded?

• 15th century

• 14th century

• 12th century

• 16th century

Answer explanation

The term 'Altercation' was first recorded in the 14th century, making it the correct choice among the options provided. This historical context highlights its early usage in the English language.

Which of the following is a synonym for "Altercation"?

• quarrel

• discussion

• debate

• conversation

Answer explanation

The word 'altercation' refers to a heated argument or dispute. The best synonym among the choices is 'quarrel', which also means a disagreement or fight, making it the correct answer.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which sentence correctly uses "Altercation"?

• 1. The chef prepared an altercation of vegetables for the salad.

• 1. She wore a beautiful altercation to the wedding.

• 1. The scientist discovered a new altercation in the lab.

• The altercation between the two neighbors escalated quickly.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'The altercation between the two neighbors escalated quickly.' because 'altercation' means a dispute or argument, while the other sentences misuse the term.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A