Multiple-Meaning Words (R) Vocab. Test

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

The boy peered through the vent to see where the noise was coming from.

• an opening through which smoke or air can pass

• to show or let out

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

I tried to control my temper so I wouldn't get into trouble.

• a tendency to get angry

• to make things less harsh or difficult

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

I had to steer my lawn mower around several trees and bushes.

• male cattle

• to move in a certain direction

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

The rung of the ladder was broken and I almost fell as I get down from the tree.

• step on a ladder

• made a clear sound

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

I had to study for my test during the rest of the class.

• the remaining part

• relax or sleep

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

We were having trouble with the refrain, so the music teacher had us practice it again.

• repeated words in a song or poem

• to stop yourself from doing something

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

We had the entire range for our horses and other animals to run.

• a cooking stove

• an area of land

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

A taxidermist can make a pelt look very realistic.

• an animal skin

• to strike or beat

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

My peers and I were asked to take a test to see what we had learned that year.

• a person of equal standing

• to take a careful look at something

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Choose the correct definition of the underlined word based upon how it is used in the sentence below.

There was mold on the wall of the basement.

• to model or shape

• a furry fungus

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C