Ghost Ch. 3 Vocab

What does the word 'exemplary' mean?

• Setting a low standard for others to follow

• Outstanding and deserving of praise

• Lacking effort and sportsmanship

• Unimpressive and unworthy of recognition

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The teacher had to step in to break up the altercation between two students who were arguing loudly in the hallway.

Which of the following best defines the word 'altercation'?

• A friendly conversation between two people

• A heated or angry argument

• A peaceful resolution to a conflict

• A polite disagreement

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

When she heard the incredible news, her face showed disbelief, as if she couldn't fathom that such an amazing thing could happen.

What does the feeling of 'disbelief' refer to?

• The ability to accept and believe something

• The feeling of being excited and amazed

• The feeling of not being able to believe or accept something

• The feeling of understanding and comprehending

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The sign on the front of the store read, "No Trespassing on Store Premises," indicating that people were not allowed to enter the store without permission.

What do 'premises' usually refer to?

• The land and buildings owned by someone

• The personal belongings of an individual

• The rules and regulations of a business

• The financial assets of a company

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What does the word 'scuffle' mean?

• A long and planned fight

• A short, confused fight or struggle

• A friendly competition between two individuals

• A peaceful negotiation between two parties

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word 'slew' refer to?

• A small number or quantity of something

• A large number or quantity of something

• A moderate amount of something

• An insignificant amount of something

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does it mean to 'wince'?

• To express joy and excitement

• To make a quick, small, and involuntary movement or facial expression in response to pain or discomfort

• To show appreciation and gratitude

• To remain calm and composed

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does it mean to 'pry' into something?

• To respect and honor someone's privacy

• To inquire into or try to discover something private or hidden

• To openly share personal information

• To ignore and disregard someone's secrets

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does it mean to 'scoff' at something?

• To laugh or make fun of something in a mean or disapproving way because you don't believe it's true

• To appreciate and admire something

• To remain silent and indifferent

• To encourage and support something

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Mark's exemplary performance on the soccer field, always giving his best and demonstrating great sportsmanship, earned him the respect and admiration of his teammates and coach.

What does exemplary most likely mean?

• outstanding

• bad

• minimal effort

• lazy

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4