Week 3 Tier 2 Words Quiz

Match the following words to their definitions.

• Alternative

• Precise; explicit and clearly defined or clearly decided.

• Distinct

• One of a number of things from which only one can be chosen.

• Definite

• Distinguished as not being the same; not identical; separate.

• Consist

• Be composed or made up of.

• Criterion

• Something that is used as a reason for making a judgment or decision.

As an ___________ to expulsion, the mischievous student opted to attend in-school suspension.

Answer explanation

Alternative: One of a number of things from which only one can be chosen.

The structure of a Jane Schaffer paragraph ________ of a topic sentence, concrete detail, two commentaries, and a concluding sentence.

Answer explanation

Consist: Be composed or made up of.

My ________ work experience makes me the best candidate for the job.

Answer explanation

Distinct: Distinguished as not being the same; not identical; separate.

I have no (a)   plans for the three-day weekend.

• definite
• distinct

Answer explanation

Definite: Precise; explicit and clearly defined or clearly decided.

Select the correct spelling of the word below:

• criterian

• criteriun

• critereon

• criterion