Vocabulary Worksheet

What is the meaning of the word 'Specimen'?

• An individual, item, or part considered typical of a group, class, or whole. It can also refer to a sample of a substance or material for examination or study.

• A type of scientific instrument used in laboratories.

• A method of measuring temperature.

• A process of mixing different chemicals together.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Inexplicably'?

• In a way that cannot be explained.

• In a very happy manner.

• In a very slow manner.

• In a very loud manner.

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

The word 'Vigorously' means:

• With great energy and enthusiasm

• Slowly and lazily

• Without any effort

• Calmly and quietly

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of the word 'Derogatory'?

• Complimentary

• Disrespectful

• Neutral

• Encouraging

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Demented'?

• Suffering from dementia; also, behaving irrationally due to excitement or anger.

• Extremely happy and joyful.

• Having a strong sense of direction.

• Being very generous and kind.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Excruciating'?

• Intensely painful.

• Very exciting.

• Completely relaxing.

• Mildly amusing.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of the word 'Dull'?

• Lacking interest or excitement; boring. Can also mean lacking brightness or sharpness.

• Extremely happy and excited.

• Very sharp and shiny.

• Full of energy and enthusiasm.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What is the meaning of the word 'Jovially'?

• In a cheerful and friendly way.

• In a sad and gloomy way.

• In a hurried and careless way.

• In a strict and serious way.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Agitated'?

• appearing calm

• appearing troubled or nervous

• appearing bored

• appearing indifferent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'Frantic'?

• Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion.

• Calm and relaxed.

• Completely uninterested.

• Extremely joyful.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4