Vocabulary Practice Quiz 1: Word Definitions and Usage AcLit 2

What is the definition of the word "unique"?

• Common and ordinary

• Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else

• Similar to others

• Repeated frequently

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CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "resent."

• She resented the gift with a smile.

• He resented the unfair treatment he received at work.

• They resented the delicious meal.

• We resented the sunny weather.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "anticipation" mean?

• A feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen

• A sense of regret for past actions

• A state of confusion

• A feeling of disappointment

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Select the sentence that uses the word "alarm" correctly.

• The alarm of the situation made everyone laugh.

• She felt alarm when she heard the unexpected news.

• He alarmed the door before leaving.

• They alarmed the cake with candles.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Define the word "defiance."

• A feeling of gratitude

• Open resistance; bold disobedience

• A sense of calmness

• A state of confusion

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "cope"?

• He coped the letter to his friend.

• She coped with the stress by practicing yoga.

• They coped the painting on the wall.

• We coped the book for the library.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What is the meaning of the word "pang"?

• A sudden sharp pain or painful emotion

• A feeling of joy

• A sense of relief

• A state of confusion

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that uses the word "hostile" correctly.

• The weather was hostile and sunny.

• The dog was hostile towards strangers.

• She was hostile with her friendly smile.

• The room was hostile and comfortable.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Define the word "mortified."

• Extremely embarrassed or ashamed

• Very happy and content

• Slightly amused

• Completely indifferent

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "unique"?

• The unique dress was worn by everyone at the party.

• Her unique talent made her stand out from the rest.

• The unique song was played on repeat.

• The unique book was a common bestseller.

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CCSS.L.3.2F