Understanding Vocabulary and Character Growth

Which of the following sentences uses the word “accosted” correctly?

• The cat accosted its owner by purring softly.

• The store owner accosted people on the street.

• The children accosted their teacher with laughter.

• She accosted the dog by giving it treats.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the best definition for the word “exasperated”?

• Extremely excited and eager

• Overwhelmed with gratitude

• Annoyed and frustrated

• Calm and content

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word is a synonym for “reluctantly”?

• Willingly

• Eagerly

• Unwillingly

• Joyfully

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word “assurance” most likely mean in the following context? “You have my personal assurance that Mother Paula’s is working closely with authorities.”

• Warning or threat

• Promise or guarantee

• Question or doubt

• Excuse or apology

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which sentence uses “stealthy” correctly?

• The cat moved stealthily across the room.

• The child was stealthy while dancing.

• She was stealthy while banging pots.

• The teacher gave a stealthy laugh.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which word is an antonym for “precarious”?

• Safe

• Dangerous

• Risky

• Fragile

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the meaning of the word “inquisitive”?

• Scared or frightened

• Curious or eager to know

• Angry or frustrated

• Quiet or shy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

How does Roy feel about being the new kid at the start of Hoot?

• Excited to make friends

• Confident and happy

• Isolated and struggling

• Indifferent and uninterested

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

How does Roy feel about his place in the community by the end of Hoot?

• He still feels like an outsider.

• He feels a sense of belonging.

• He is angry and frustrated.

• He feels indifferent and self-focused.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What would best be described as “formidable”?

• A tiny kitten sleeping

• A difficult mountain to climb

• A soft blanket on a cold day

• A delicious piece of cake

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4