Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "succulent" mean?

• Juicy and flavorful; having thick, fleshy leaves or stems

• Dry and brittle; lacking moisture

• Sour and unripe; difficult to chew

• Thin and watery; lacking substance

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "haggle"?

• To negotiate the terms of a purchase, typically by arguing about the price

• To accept a price without question

• To give away something for free

• To purchase something at a fixed price

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does "rebuke" mean?

• To criticize sharply; a sharp criticism

• To praise highly; a compliment

• To ignore completely; a lack of response

• To agree with; a consensus

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "amiss" mean?

• Not quite right; wrongly

• Perfectly correct; accurately

• Completely missing; absent

• Overly complicated; complex

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of "listless"?

• Lacking energy or enthusiasm

• Full of energy and excitement

• Highly motivated and driven

• Extremely focused and attentive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "agility" refer to?

• The ability to move quickly and easily

• The ability to think slowly and carefully

• The ability to remain stationary

• The ability to lift heavy objects

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E

What is the meaning of "approbation"?

• Approval or praise

• Disapproval or criticism

• Indifference or neutrality

• Confusion or misunderstanding

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "trifle" mean as a noun?

• A thing of little value or importance

• A significant and valuable item

• A large and heavy object

• A complex and intricate design

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does "prominent" mean?

• Important or famous; standing out

• Hidden or obscure; unnoticed

• Small or insignificant; unimportant

• Common or ordinary; typical

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

What is "lamentation"?

• A passionate expression of grief or sorrow

• A joyful celebration or party

• A casual conversation or chat

• A humorous joke or prank

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4