6th-8th Grade ELA MAP Practice

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What does the word 'obscure' mean in the context of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse?

Back

To make something difficult to see or understand; in this case, the light of the lighthouse is hard to see due to heavy fog.

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What does the word 'diverted' mean in the context of water flow?

Back

To redirect or change the course of something; in this case, extra water is redirected into a stream channel.

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What does the word 'jubilation' mean in the context of the cowboy's actions?

Back

A feeling of great joy or celebration; the cowboy feels joyful and excited.

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What does the word 'impervious' mean in the context of surfaces?

Back

Resistant to being affected; in this case, water cannot infiltrate hard surfaces like pavement.

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What does the phrase 'regarded each other cautiously' suggest about the Mole and the Rat?

Back

It indicates that they are unfamiliar with each other and are being careful in their interaction.

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What is the meaning of the word 'demurely' as used in the sentence about the cowboy?

Back

In a modest or reserved manner; the cowboy is behaving in a quiet or restrained way.

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What does the word 'infiltrate' mean in the context of water and soil?

Back

To pass through or enter a substance; in this case, water is unable to enter the soil.

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What does the word 'cautiously' imply about the Mole and the Rat's first meeting?

Back

It implies that they are careful and wary of each other, indicating a lack of trust.

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What does the word 'spirits' refer to in the context of the cowboy's feelings?

Back

It refers to a person's mood or emotional state; in this case, the cowboy's mood becomes joyful.

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What does the word 'pushed' mean in the context of water flow?

Back

To apply force to move something; in this case, it refers to the movement of water.