Vocabulary Words

Which phrase helps to convey the meaning of the word thwart as it is used in the sentence?

The legislature of 1863 and the state officers were opposed to him politically, and did everything in their power to thwart him and deprive him of his control of the militia

• state officers were opposed

• deprive him of his control

• everything in their power

• control of the militia

What is the connotation of the word thwart as it is used in the sentence?

The legislature of 1863 and the state officers were opposed to him politically, and did everything in their power to thwart him and deprive him of his control of the militia

• aggressive

• aggitated

• pleased

• satisfied

What does the word perpetuate mean in the sentence?

Nathan's bad behavior only served to perpetuate his teacher's negative opinion of him

• to cause to continue

• to make aggitated

• to acquire favor

• to make increase

What is the meaning of the word modestly as it is used in the sentence?

The woman displayed a very elegant style, however, she dressed very modestly as to not draw attention to herself and appeared overly excited about visiting with the queen for tea.

• boastful

• stylish

• humble

• excited

Based on the context of the sentence, what is the meaning of the word menacing?

Denis was such a menacing little boy who antagonized all of his neighbors. For every time he set foot outside his house all the other kids ran away home to avoid his threats and harsh treatments.

• critical

• unfamiliar

• judgemental

• terrorizing

What is the meaning of the word negligent in the following sentence?

Because of her negligent behavior and poor choices she missed out on the opportunity of a lifetime.

• strong will

• ability to take advantage of

• choice to be adventurous

• failure to take action

What is the meaning of the word burden?

I don't want to be a burden to you or our family anymore.

• assistant

• pain

• comfort

• luxury

If something is significant you it is _____________.

It was significant to her, so she kept it in a very secure place

• valuable

• scary

• nice

• good

What is the meaning of the prefix "dis-" in the word disconcerting?

The constant change in Mississippi weather is disconcerting and makes it difficult to decide what to wear, so the girl was eager to get back to the constantly warm days in California.

• constant

• beneath

• not

• against

What is the meaning of the word disconcerting?

The constant change in Mississippi weather is disconcerting and makes it difficult to decide what to wear, so the girl was eager to get back to the constantly warm days in California.

• unsettling

• calm

• consistant

• predictable