Q1 Benchmark Review 7.4 a,b,e (word study)

Use the dictionary entry to answer the question below.

What is the origin of the word disk?

• Greek

• Latin

• German

• English

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CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.7.4D

Which word from the poem has a Latin prefix that means "among"?

• intertwined

• masterpiece

• splendid

• rainbow

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CCSS.L.7.4B

Which word contains a root that means "life"?

• geography

• automobile

• circumspect

• biosphere

• democracy

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CCSS.L.7.4B

Read the sentence.

I enjoy going to yard sales with my neighbor because I love watching her haggle with the owner over the price of an item.

What are two antonyms for the word haggle?

• agree

• quibble

• comply

• bicker

• dispute

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CCSS.L.7.5C

Which word contains a suffix meaning "without"?

• cautious

• domesticated

• shameless

• persistently

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CCSS.L.7.4B

Read the sentence.

Today was the initial meeting of the chess club and Carrie was overjoyed to be elected president at the very first meeting.

Which word or phrase is a context clue that helps the reader understand the meaning of the word "initial"?

• very

• overjoyed

• to be elected

• first

• chess club

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CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.RL.7.4

Read the sentence.

Katie was elated about her grade on the history test. She had never made a perfect score on anything.

Based on the sentences, what is the best meaning of the word elated?

• happy

• disappointed

• hysterical

• energetic

• bothered

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CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.4D

CCSS.RL.7.4

Read the sentences.

After Mr. Casey announced the upcoming project, Griffin felt overwhelmed by the sheer amount of work involved. He had no idea how to find enough time to complete all the requirements along with his other responsibilities.

Based on the sentences, what are two synonyms for the word overwhelmed?

• enthusiastic

• surprised

• burdened

• motivated

• swamped

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CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5C

Read the paragraph & answer the question below.

The junkyard was owned by the Karnofsky family. Mr. Karnofsky saw how much Armstrong loved music, so he helped the young boy buy a cornet. Similar to a trumpet, the cornet would at long last allow Armstrong the chance to play music. He was thrilled! He practiced all the time until he taught himself how to play. He even began to play on street corners to earn a few extra pennies.

In paragraph 3, which phrase gives the most precise clue for the meaning of the word cornet?

• Similar to a trumpet.

• He was thrilled!

• Helped the young boy buy a cornet.

• The chance to play music.

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CCSS.L.7.4A

Read the paragraph.

Armstrong soon became one of the most famous jazz musicians in America. Though he was an expert on the trumpet, he was also known for his energy and showmanship. He contorted his body as he played, bending backwards and blowing his horn toward the heavens. In addition to his trumpet-playing skills, Armstrong was also a gifted singer. He had a deep and scratchy voice that was unique in all of music. Some people compared his voice to gravel, while others compared it to sandpaper. Either way, the people loved it.

In this paragraph, a satchel is most likely a...

• Schedule of events.

• Bag for carrying clothes.

• Fine dining experience.

• Pair of formal shoes.

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CCSS.L.7.4A