Vocabulary Quiz: Word Definitions

What is the definition of the word "commenced"?

• To end or finish something

• To begin or start something

• To pause or halt temporarily

• To cancel or call off

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What is the definition of the word "deeds"?

• Thoughts or ideas

• Words or phrases

• Actions or acts

• Plans or strategies

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What is the definition of the word "exaggeration"?

• A statement that is understated

• A statement that is accurate

• A statement that is overemphasized

• A statement that is ignored

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the definition of the word "heroic"?

• Cowardly or timid

• Brave or courageous

• Ordinary or common

• Weak or feeble

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of the word "impress"?

• To forget or overlook

• To make someone feel indifferent

• To make someone feel admiration

• To confuse or baffle

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of the word "pose"?

• To solve or resolve

• To present or put forward

• To hide or conceal

• To destroy or ruin

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

What is the definition of the word "sauntered"?

• To run quickly

• To walk in a hurried manner

• To walk in a relaxed manner

• To stand still

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of the word "wring"?

• To dry or evaporate

• To twist or squeeze

• To fold or bend

• To cut or slice

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

What is the definition of the word "commenced"?

• To conclude or finish

• To initiate or start

• To delay or postpone

• To interrupt or disrupt

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What is the definition of the word "deeds"?

• Promises or commitments

• Actions or performances

• Thoughts or reflections

• Words or speeches

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C