Unlocking Word Meanings Quiz

What does the word "enormous" mean?

• Small

• Huge

• Quiet

• Fast

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

What is the meaning of the word "fragile"?

• Strong

• Breakable

• Expensive

• Colorful

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does the word "scarce" mean?

• Rare

• Common

• Dirty

• Bright

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

What does the word "vivid" mean?

• Dull

• Bright

• Heavy

• Quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Read the sentence: "The arid desert made it difficult for plants to survive." What does "arid" most likely mean?

• Wet

• Dry

• Cold

• Rocky

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Read the sentence: "After the storm, the debris was scattered all over the street." What does "debris" mean in this sentence?

• Water

• Trash

• Animals

• People

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Read the sentence: "The teacher commended the student for her diligent work." What does "diligent" mean based on the context?

• Careless

• Hardworking

• Slow

• Noisy

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

Read the sentence: "The pungent smell of onions filled the kitchen." What does "pungent" most likely mean?

• Sweet

• Strong

• Faint

• Pleasant

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Read the passage: "Despite the heavy rain, the hikers persevered and reached the summit, exhausted but triumphant." What does "persevered" mean in this context?

• Gave up

• Rested

• Kept going

• Turned back

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Read the passage: "The scientist observed the phenomenon with fascination, noting every detail in her journal." Based on the context, what does "phenomenon" mean?

• A boring event

• An unusual or remarkable event

• A type of animal

• A piece of equipment

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C