Unit 9

What is the meaning of the word "whim"?

• A planned decision

• A sudden change of mind

• A long-term goal

• A detailed analysis

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 the word "abrupt" mean?

• Gradual and slow

• Sudden and unexpected

• Planned and organized

• Calm and peaceful

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the verb "agitate" mean?

• To make someone nervous; to fluster or disturb

• To calm someone down

• To entertain someone

• To ignore someone

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "corrupt" mean?

• Honest and fair

• Showing the willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain

• Generous and kind

• Hardworking and diligent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the verb "dumbfound" mean?

• To greatly astonish or amaze; to stun

• To quietly observe

• To slowly understand

• To gently persuade

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word "flagrant"?

• Subtle and hidden

• Obviously offensive; blatant, undisguised

• Quiet and unnoticed

• Friendly and kind

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "grimy" mean?

• Clean and shiny

• Dirty or grungy

• Bright and colorful

• Smooth and soft

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "illiterate" mean?

• Able to read and write

• Unable to read or write

• Good at math

• Fluent in multiple languages

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 "irate" mean?

• Feeling or characterized by great anger

• Feeling or characterized by great joy

• Feeling or characterized by great sadness

• Feeling or characterized by great surprise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the verb "lurk" mean?

• To run quickly

• To remain hidden while waiting to ambush

• To jump high

• To sleep deeply

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4