Classic Words Lesson 6

The CLAMOR of the street traffic gave Lily a headache.

In this sentence, clamor means:

• soft sound

• loud noise

• continuous hum

• rhythm

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Mary Kate packed with great alacrity , thinking of all the adventures she might encounter at summer camp.

The best definition of alacrity is:

• anger and frustration

• anxiety and nervousness

• cheerful eagerness

• shock and surprise

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

In his poem, "I, Too, Sing America," Langston Hughes alludes to the fact that he will one day enjoy the feeling of freedom and equality. The best meaning of allude is:

• hints, indirectly states

• states clearly, explicitly

• whispers, barely speaks

• screams and shouts

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following would most likely NOT be described as exquisite?

• a waterfall in the mountains

• a dragonfly's wing

• a rusty coffee can

• a parent's love for a new baby

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

When Aria answered the door with a doleful expression, we knew immediately the news about her dog Sadie was not good.

Which of the following answer choices contains the BEST synonym for doleful?

• stern, serious

• eager, ready

• sorrowful, melancholy

• anxious, nervous

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

As Rachel began to speak, her voice was tremulous.

Tremulous means:

• solid, confident

• loud, clear

• quiet, but audible

• shaky, quivering

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following events would NOT be considered inexorable?

• getting older

• winning the lottery

• experiencing disappointment

• death

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following is the best synonym for sublime?

• malevolent

• surreal

• majestic

• benevolent

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Mara's teenage brother spent the weekend indolently lying around.

Which of the following is the best synonym for indolent?

• evil, malicious

• peaceful, tranquil

• eager, ready

• lazy, sloth-like

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Which of the following words does not belong?

• somber

• dolefulness

• alacrity

• melancholy

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A