Wordly Wise Book 8 Lesson 9 Quiz

Which word best completes the sentence? "The detective had to ______ the suspect to gather more information about the case."

• abet

• query

• divert

• allot

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

What is the connotative meaning of the word "tumult" in the following sentence? "The tumult in the stadium was deafening as the home team scored the winning goal."

• A loud noise

• A state of confusion and disorder

• A peaceful gathering

• A quiet conversation

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Choose the sentence where the word "agile" is used correctly.

• The agile weather was perfect for a picnic.

• The agile dancer moved gracefully across the stage.

• The agile book was difficult to read.

• The agile car was parked in the garage.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following sentences uses the word "unseemly" correctly?

• The unseemly weather was perfect for a day at the beach.

• His unseemly behavior at the dinner party embarrassed everyone.

• The unseemly book was a bestseller.

• She wore an unseemly dress to the formal event.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Analyze the relationship between the words "sporadic" and "frequent." How do they differ in meaning?

• Sporadic means occurring regularly, while frequent means occurring occasionally.

• Sporadic means occurring occasionally, while frequent means occurring regularly.

• Both mean occurring regularly.

• Both mean occurring occasionally.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Determine the meaning of "intricate" in the context of the following sentence: "The intricate design of the tapestry was admired by all the visitors."

• Simple

• Complex

• Boring

• Unfinished

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Which word best completes the sentence? "The teacher decided to ______ the tasks among the students to ensure everyone had a role in the project."

• abet

• allot

• divert

• congregate

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

Evaluate the use of the word "balmy" in the following sentence: "The balmy evening was perfect for a walk along the beach."

• Cold and windy

• Warm and pleasant

• Stormy and wet

• Dark and gloomy

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the denotative meaning of the word "memento" in the sentence: "She kept the ticket stub as a memento of the concert."

• A souvenir or keepsake

• A piece of trash

• A type of food

• A musical instrument

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Which of the following sentences uses the word "humdrum" correctly?

• The humdrum festival was full of exciting events.

• The humdrum routine of daily life can be comforting.

• The humdrum music was lively and upbeat.

• The humdrum weather was unpredictable.

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CCSS.L.3.2F