Understanding Words in Context
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6th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 5 pts
What is the meaning of the word "meticulous" as used in the sentence: "She was meticulous in her work, ensuring every detail was perfect"?
Careless
Thorough
Quick
Lazy
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 5 pts
Using context clues, what does the word "elated" mean in the sentence: "He was elated when he heard the good news"?
Sad
Angry
Overjoyed
Confused
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CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.5.5C
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 5 pts
Determine the meaning of the word "benevolent" using the context: "The benevolent king was loved by all his subjects."
Cruel
Kind
Wealthy
Powerful
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5C
CCSS.L.7.5C
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 5 pts
What is the meaning of the word "audible" as used in the sentence: "The sound was barely audible over the noise of the crowd"?
Visible
Loud
Able to be heard
Silent
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CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 5 pts
Determine the meaning of the word "translucent" using context: "The translucent curtains let in a soft, diffused light."
Opaque
Transparent
Allowing light to pass through but not detailed shapes
Reflective
Tags
CCSS.L.3.4D
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 5 pts
Using context clues, what does the word "serene" mean in the sentence: "The serene lake was a perfect spot for meditation"?
Calm
Noisy
Dark
Chaotic
Tags
CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.5.5C
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 5 pts
What does the word "arduous" mean in the sentence: "The hike up the mountain was arduous, but the view was worth it"?
Relaxing
Short
Challenging
Easy
Tags
CCSS.L.1.5D
CCSS.L.2.5B
CCSS.L.3.5C
CCSS.L.K.5D
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