Advanced English I Lesson 1 Vocabulary

What is the definition of the word abash?

• embarrass

• encourage

• enlighten

• endanger

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word is a synonym for banal?

• unique

• exciting

• ordinary

• complex

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is an example of cacophony?

• beautiful music

• harmonious singing

• loud traffic noise

• peaceful silence

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word daunt mean?

• encourage

• frighten

• inspire

• confuse

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word best describes someone who is ebullient?

• sad

• shy

• enthusiastic

• serious

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of the word fabrication?

• truth

• lie

• honesty

• sincerity

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which word describes someone who is garrulous?

• quiet

• talkative

• reserved

• shy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Which word is an example of hackneyed?

• original

• fresh

• cliché

• innovative

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does the word iconoclast mean?

• follower

• traditionalist

• rebel

• conformist

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Which word best describes someone who is judicious?

• reckless

• careless

• wise

• foolish

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4