Frankenstein Chapter 1

What is the meaning of the word 'ancestors'?

• The meaning of the word 'ancestors' is the people from whom one is descended.

• The meaning of the word 'ancestors' is the people from whom one is friends with.

• The meaning of the word 'ancestors' is the people from whom one is adopted.

• The meaning of the word 'ancestors' is the people from whom one is related by marriage.

Answer explanation

The question asks for the meaning of the word 'ancestors'. The correct choice is the one that states that ancestors are the people from whom one is descended. This means that ancestors are the individuals in one's family tree who came before them, such as grandparents, great-grandparents, and so on.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

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CCSS.L.8.4C

Choose the correct synonym for the word 'dissipate':

• scatter

• gather

• accumulate

• disperse

Answer explanation

The correct synonym for the word 'dissipate' is 'disperse'. Both words share a similar meaning, which is to spread or scatter something widely. The other options, 'scatter', 'gather', and 'accumulate', do not convey the same meaning as 'dissipate' and are therefore not the correct choice.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

What does the term 'dissonance' mean?

• A term used to describe a harmonious relationship.

• A lack of harmony or agreement between two or more elements.

• A musical term referring to a pleasant sound.

• A state of complete agreement between two or more elements.

Answer explanation

Dissonance refers to a lack of harmony or agreement between two or more elements. In the context of the question, it does not describe a harmonious relationship, a pleasant sound, or a state of complete agreement. Instead, it highlights the presence of discord or conflict among the elements involved.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word means causing disagreement or division?

• contentious

• harmonious

• agreeable

• unifying

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'contentious' because it means causing disagreement or division. The other options, 'harmonious', 'agreeable', and 'unifying', all imply a sense of agreement or unity, which is the opposite of causing disagreement or division.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the opposite of 'dormant'?

• inactive

• active

• awake

• idle

Answer explanation

The opposite of 'dormant' is 'active'. While 'dormant' refers to something that is not currently active or in use, 'active' describes something that is engaged in action or participating in a particular activity. The other options, 'inactive', 'awake', and 'idle', do not accurately represent the opposite of 'dormant'.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

What does the term 'eldest' mean?

• Youngest or lastborn among siblings

• Middle child among siblings

• Only child

• Oldest or firstborn among siblings

Answer explanation

The term 'eldest' refers to the oldest or firstborn among siblings. It is used to describe the sibling who was born first and has the most seniority in terms of age. In this question, the correct choice is 'Oldest or firstborn among siblings' as it accurately defines the meaning of 'eldest'.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word means physical or mental effort?

• rest

• exertion

• leisure

• strain

Answer explanation

The question asks for the word that signifies physical or mental effort. Among the given options, 'exertion' is the term that directly refers to the act of exerting oneself, which involves physical or mental effort. Therefore, 'exertion' is the correct answer.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5C

What is the meaning of the word 'friendship'?

• A relationship characterized by manipulation and deceit.

• A relationship characterized by mutual affection, trust, and support.

• A relationship characterized by indifference and apathy.

• A relationship characterized by rivalry and competition.

Answer explanation

The question asks for the meaning of the word 'friendship'. Among the provided options, the correct definition is a relationship characterized by mutual affection, trust, and support. This definition accurately captures the essence of friendship, which is built on mutual feelings of love, trustworthiness, and supportiveness, unlike the other options which depict negative or indifferent relationships.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the term 'maker' refer to?

• Someone who creates or produces something

• Someone who studies or researches something

• Someone who buys or sells something

• Someone who destroys or demolishes something

Answer explanation

The term 'maker' refers to someone who creates or produces something. This is the correct choice because it directly relates to the act of making or creating, whereas the other options involve studying, buying, selling, or destroying, which are not related to the term 'maker'.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Choose the correct synonym for the word 'oblivion':

• ignorance

• amnesia

• forgetfulness

• unconsciousness

Answer explanation

The correct synonym for the word 'oblivion' is 'forgetfulness'. Oblivion refers to the state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening, which is closely related to forgetfulness. The other options, 'ignorance', 'amnesia', and 'unconsciousness', do not convey the same meaning as oblivion.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.5C