October Vocabulary Practice

The fragrant flowers in the garden filled the air with a delightful aroma. What does fragrant mean?

• a. Capable of producing sound

• b. Emitting a pleasant smell

• c. Relating to a particular region or scene

• d. Having a high position or rank

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Mary was the recipient of a scholarship for her outstanding academic achievements. What does recipient mean?

• a. A type of musical instrument

• b. A threatening or harmful person

• c. A scenic landscape view

• d. A person who receives something

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The growling dog became a menace to the neighborhood, causing fear among residents. What does menace mean?

• a. A threat or danger

• b. A type of flowering plant

• c. A large stone structure

• d. A common work-related task

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The drive along the coast offered stunning scenic views of the ocean and cliffs. What does scenic mean?

• a. A person who advises others professionally

• b. To express clearly and audibly

• c. Providing attractive or beautiful views

• d. A type of monetary unit

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

In this region, agriculture is the predominant industry, supporting the local economy. What does predominant mean?

• a. A type of building or structure

• b. To communicate with others

• c. Having control or being most common

• d. A person temporarily working at a company

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Please correspond with your supervisor regarding your upcoming project. What does correspond mean?

• a. To communicate or exchange information

• b. To create a physical record

• c. A type of vegetable

• d. A formal agreement or discussion

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

The two countries successfully negotiated a trade agreement after months of talks. What does negotiated mean?

• a. To declare or announce formally

• b. To observe and report

• c. To operate a business or sell goods

• d. To discuss and reach an agreement

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

The street vendor sold delicious hot dogs to hungry passersby. What does vendor mean?

• a. A type of wild animal

• b. A person who sells goods or services

• c. To make a formal speech

• d. A type of large stone structure

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

The grand monument in the city center commemorated a historic event. What does monument mean?

• a. A type of weather condition

• b. A person offering professional advice

• c. A structure or statue built to honor a person or event

• d. A form of public transportation

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

She was asked to enunciate her words clearly during the public speaking competition. What does enunciate mean?

• a. To quickly deteriorate or break down

• b. A type of agricultural field

• c. A temporary replacement or substitute

• d. To articulate words clearly and distinctly

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4