Vocabulary Quiz

When Nora walked into the old abandoned house, she noticed the walls were covered in unsightly graffiti. What does the word "unsightly" mean?

• Pleasant to look at; beautiful; attractive

• Not pleasant to look at; unattractive

• large, bright, and very colorful

• Extremely beautiful

Answer explanation

The word "unsightly" means something that is not pleasant to look at or unattractive. Therefore, the correct choice is "Not pleasant to look at; unattractive." The other options describe positive attributes, which do not fit the meaning.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

During a school trip, Olivia encountered a smell that caused a strong feeling of disgust. Which word best describes this smell?

• Fragrant

• Meticulous

• Repugnant

• Zealous

Answer explanation

The word 'repugnant' specifically means something that causes a strong feeling of disgust, making it the correct choice. In contrast, 'fragrant' relates to pleasant smells, 'meticulous' refers to attention to detail, and 'zealous' indicates fervor.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

After the storm, James and Ava went outside to see the damage and debris. What is the meaning of "debris"?

• A type of tree easily cut down

• Scattered trash

• A large animal making tracks

• A pleasant smell like flowers and candy

Answer explanation

The term "debris" refers to scattered pieces of waste or remains, often resulting from destruction or decay. This definition clearly aligns with the correct answer choice, distinguishing it from the other unrelated options.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

During a rainy day, Mason looked out the window and felt the atmosphere was quite _______.

• Dismal

• Fragrant

• Zealous

• Specimen

Answer explanation

The word 'dismal' means depressing or dreary, which aligns with the definition of causing sadness. The other options, 'fragrant,' 'zealous,' and 'specimen,' do not convey this meaning.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

During a biology class, Anika was asked to bring a "specimen" for the lab. What does "specimen" refer to?

• A type of food

• A sample

• A large building

• A musical instrument

Answer explanation

The term "specimen" specifically refers to a sample collected as an example of a particular kind of thing, such as a biological specimen or a sample in scientific research, making this the correct choice.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Liam noticed that his enthusiasm for playing the guitar started to diminish after he began focusing more on his studies. What does "diminish" mean in this context?

• To increase in size

• To become less

• To stay the same

• To become more colorful

Answer explanation

The term "diminish" means to make or cause something to become less in size or importance, which aligns with the correct answer choice. The other options do not accurately reflect the meaning of the word.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Avery is worried about the impending storm. What does "impending" mean in this context?

• Happening in the distant past

• Happening in the near future

• Never ever happening

• Happening in the far future

Answer explanation

"Impending" means something that is about to happen or is likely to occur soon. Therefore, the correct choice is "Happening or likely to happen in the near future." The other options do not accurately reflect this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Rohan was praised for his meticulous work on the science project. What does "meticulous" mean?

• Careless and quick

• extremely careful and accurate

• Very lazy and sloppily done

• Extremely fast

Answer explanation

The term "meticulous" refers to doing something in an extremely careful and accurate manner. This contrasts with the other options, which imply carelessness, laziness, or speed.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Emma was so engrossed in her book that she didn't hear her mom calling her for dinner. What does "engrossed" mean in this context?

• Completely occupied

• Slightly interested

• Very bored

• Not paying attention

Answer explanation

The term "engrossed" means to be completely occupied or absorbed in something, indicating full attention and involvement, which aligns with the correct choice.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Zealous Aria is always the first to volunteer for school events and puts in extra effort to make them successful. What does "zealous" mean in this context?

• Uninterested

• Enthusiastic

• Very tired

• Extremely sad

Answer explanation

"Zealous" means being enthusiastic, devoted, or obsessed about something. It describes a strong passion or eagerness, making "Enthusiastic, devoted, obsessed" the correct choice, while the other options do not fit this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4