Word Analysis Review

Jaki is a wonderful piano player. But Emily is more VERSATILE; she sings, acts, paints and writes poetry, and also plays the piano. What does the word VERSATILE mean?

• many abilities

• boring

• not skilled

• exciting

We thought that Mrs. Kerner would be very DISTRAUGHT when told that Antonio broke Ms.Pate's pointer; however, she took the news very calmly. What does the word DISTRAUGHT mean?
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• anxious

• upset

• happy

• fearful

It is just human nature to __________ one's own shortcomings.

• apprehend

• chaotic

• loathe

• disclaim

The connotation of a word can be

• positive

• negative

• neutral

• true

• false

Which word best describes someone who changes their opinions or loyalties frequently?

• Obedient

• Fickle

• Turbulent

• Impulsive

To "Atrophy" means to:

• To grow or develop quickly

• To decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue

• To increase in knowledge or skill

• To remain unchanged or stagnant

Which word best describes actions performed without careful thought or planning?

• Fickle

• Obedient

• Impulsive

• Clandestine

What does the suffix "-graph" in "chronograph" suggest about the word's meaning?

• It refers to writing or recording

• It indicates a type of machine

• It suggests a study or field of study

• It means a type of map

What is the meaning of the word "benevolent"?

• Malevolent

• Generous

• Indifferent

• Miserly

What does the word "benevolent" mean?

• Evil-intentioned

• Kind and generous

• Indifferent

• Mysterious

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DOK Level 1: Recall