Julius Caesar Week 1

What is the meaning of the word "cobbler"? Example: In Shakespeare's time, most towns had a cobbler.

• a beating stick

• a shoemaker

• a fool or clown

• a horse keeper

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of the word "battlements"? Example: We gathered at the battlements to defend our village.

• deep, hidden trenches

• a place on a castle wall for shooting arrows

• groups of soldiers and military officers

• a town known for military strategy

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word "soothsayer"? Example: We were worried about the battle's outcome, so we visited the soothsayer.

• Someone who can tell the future

• The town warlock who can curse enemies

• a type of lawyer who prepares wills

• a monument with an altar for placing sacrifices

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word "haughtily"? Example: After they sneered at us, they laughed haughtily and walked away.

• done in a snobby or boastful way

• very loudly and disruptively

• done under the breath, secretly

• done repeatedly for a long time

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of the word "gamesome"? Example: Though everyone was frolicking around, we did not feel particularly gamesome.

• playful and merry

• competitive and fierce

• healthy and ready for anything

• unsure or lacking confidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word "underlings"? Example: The leaders made their own decisions regardless of input from the underlings.

• people who are literally below, as in a basement

• previous leaders or champions

• those lower in status or position

• losers from last year's contest

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of the word "chanced"? Example: We chanced to meet Caesar in the coliseum today.

• to happen by accident

• to secretly plot or plan

• to gamble with dice or tops

• to schedule accurately

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word "foolery"? Example: I have withstood this foolery far too long!

• silly or foolish behavior

• so perfect it is exhausting

• losing of public contests

• public recognition

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word "conspirators"? Example: The conspirators worked to capture the flag.

• those who conspire/work together

• traitors or other criminals

• trained strategists

• mythical, devilish people

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word "enterprise"? Example: "I wish your enterprise today may thrive."

• a project or undertaking

• market booth that sells vegetables

• a spaceship

• jewelry making

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4