Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of the word "tendency"?

• A strong dislike

• A natural inclination

• A random event

• A sudden change

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does the word "distort" mean?

• To clarify

• To twist out of shape

• To simplify

• To enhance

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "speculation" mean?

• A detailed plan

• A guess or theory

• A confirmed fact

• A historical event

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the meaning of the word "diverge"?

• To come together

• To move apart

• To remain the same

• To decrease

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 the meaning of the word "gall"?

• cowardice; lack of bravery

• boldness; nerve

• happiness; gladness

• sadness and fear

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "entitled" mean?

• To feel that one deserves something

• To be denied a right

• To be confused about something

• To be punished for an action

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word "interrogate"?

• To ask questions intensely

• To ignore someone

• To entertain guests

• To write a letter

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of the word "infallible"?

• Capable of making mistakes

• Incapable of making mistakes

• Frequently wrong

• Unreliable

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of the word "ignorant"?

• Lacking knowledge or awareness

• Full of wisdom

• Extremely careful

• Very generous

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word "arrogance"?

• Belief that one is inferior and not worthy

• Belief that one is superior to others

• Extreme politeness

• Shyness

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4