Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 1

What is the meaning of the word "perish"?

• To survive

• To die or be destroyed

• To celebrate

• To repair

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word is a synonym for "tranquility"?

• Chaos

• Peacefulness

• Anger

• Noise

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the antonym of "hysteria"?

• Calmness

• Excitement

• Laughter

• Sadness

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which word best describes someone who is "anonymous"?

• Famous

• Unknown

• Wealthy

• Generous

What does the word "humility" mean?

• Pride

• Submissive

• Anger

• Strength

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Read the sentence: "The boat began to lurch as the storm grew stronger." Based on the context, what does "lurch" most likely mean?

• To move smoothly

• To move suddenly and unsteadily

• To stop completely

• To float calmly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

A student felt "awed" when visiting the ancient ruins. Which of the following best explains how the student felt?

• Bored and uninterested

• Filled with wonder and respect

• Angry and upset

• Confused and lost

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In a story, a character is described as having a "wholesome" personality. Which action would best demonstrate this trait?

• Cheating on a test

• Helping a friend in need

• Ignoring others

• Starting an argument

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

If a claim is described as "valid," what does this imply about the claim?

• It is false

• It is reasonable and well-founded

• It is confusing

• It is outdated

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

A character in a novel experiences "woe" after losing a close friend. What emotion is the character most likely feeling?

• Joy

• Sorrow

• Excitement

• Relief

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4