Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "refute" mean?

• To prove a statement to be incorrect; to disprove

• To agree with a statement

• To ignore a statement

• To support a statement

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does the word "reiterate" mean?

• To say over again

• To forget something

• To change a statement

• To write something down

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What is the meaning of "repartee"?

• A quick, witty reply

• A long, boring speech

• A serious conversation

• A written essay

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does "repertoire" refer to?

• The stock of plays, stories, songs, or other pieces that a player or company is prepared to perform

• A single performance

• A musical instrument

• A type of dance

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of "repose"?

• A rest; a peaceful state

• A state of confusion

• A busy schedule

• A loud noise

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 "reticent" mean?

• Outgoing and sociable

• Of a silent nature; reserved in manner

• Extremely talkative

• Easily excitable

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of "ostensible"?

• Genuine and sincere

• Pretended; given as an excuse, to conceal the real reason

• Obvious and clear

• Unplanned and spontaneous

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

How would you define "ostentatious"?

• Simple and modest

• Showy; intended to impress people

• Hidden and secretive

• Plain and unadorned

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "improvise" mean?

• To plan carefully in advance

• To make up something without preparation

• To follow a strict routine

• To rehearse thoroughly

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the definition of "visionary"?

• Practical and realistic

• Existing only in imagination; fanciful

• Short-sighted and narrow-minded

• Focused on the present

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F