Lessons 6 and 7

What does "contentious" mean?

• Agreeable

• Likely to cause an argument

• Clear and concise

• Easygoing

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word describes something following in time, order, or place?

• Premise

• Articulate

• Subsequent

• Passé

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is "disapprobation"?

• Approval

• Disapproval

• Confusion

• Curiosity

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

To "arbitrate" means to:

• Exaggerate

• Settle a dispute

• Initiate a debate

• Ignore arguments

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "mortify" mean?

• Impress someone

• Heal someone

• Embarrass someone

• Praise someone

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

A "gothic" setting is often:

• Bright and cheerful

• Rural and peaceful

• Mysterious and eerie

• Modern and sleek

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does "imprudent" mean?

• Wise and creative

• Lacking good judgment

• Cautious about everything

• Thoughtful and kind

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The word "asinine" describes something that is:

• Intelligent

• Foolish or silly

• Ordinary

• Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which describes "ramshackle"?

• Sturdy and new

• Well-maintained

• Ready to collapse

• Spacious and roomy

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the meaning of "auspicious"?

• Ominous

• Suggesting future success

• Unlucky

• Irrelevant

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4