Vocabulary Worksheet

What is the meaning of the word 'Whim'?

• A) A planned decision

• B) A sudden change of mind; impulse

• C) A long-term goal

• D) A detailed analysis

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of the word 'Abrupt'?

• Gradual and expected

• Sudden and unexpected

• Slow and predictable

• Calm and steady

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of the word 'Agitate'?

• To calm someone down

• To make someone nervous; to fluster or disturb

• To entertain someone

• To ignore someone

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Corrupt'?

• Honest and fair

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

• Lacking knowledge or awareness

• Full of energy and enthusiasm

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Dumbfound'?

• To confuse

• To greatly astonish or amaze; to stun

• To make silent

• To entertain

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 reserved

• Calm and peaceful

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Grimy'?

• 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 is the meaning of the word 'Illiterate'?

• Able to read and write

• Unable to read or write

• Skilled in mathematics

• 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 is the meaning of the word 'Irate'?

• Happy

• Feeling or characterized by great anger

• Confused

• Excited

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the verb 'lurk'?

• To remain hidden while waiting to ambush

• To run quickly

• To sleep deeply

• To eat quietly

Tags

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C