Halloween ELA Practice

What is the meaning of the word 'ghoul'?

• A small, furry mammal that lives in trees.

• A mythical creature that grants wishes.

• A type of bird that migrates long distances.

• An evil spirit or demon that robs graves and feeds on corpses.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which of the following is a synonym for 'spooky'?

• scary

• creepy

• funny

• eerie

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the word 'candy' mean?

• A type of fruit

• A salty snack

• A type of drink

• A sweet food made from sugar or chocolate.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.4D

What is the definition of 'haunted'?

• To be inhabited or frequented by a ghost or spirit.

• To be filled with sunlight and warmth.

• To be abandoned and empty.

• To be filled with happiness and joy.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the word 'witch' mean?

• A person who can communicate with spirits

• A type of broomstick used for flying

• A mythical creature with the ability to cast spells

• A person, typically a woman, who is believed to have magical powers and practices witchcraft.

Which of the following is a synonym for 'frightening'?

• scary

• horrifying

• pleasant

• terrifying

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the word 'costume' mean?

• A set of clothes or an outfit worn to portray a specific character or role.

• A type of food dish

• A type of dance move

• A type of musical instrument

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RI.6.4

What is the meaning of the word 'pumpkin'?

• A large round orange fruit with a thick rind and edible flesh.

• A musical instrument made of wood and strings.

• A small green vegetable with a thin skin and inedible flesh.

• A type of flower with vibrant colors and a sweet fragrance.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RI.6.4

What does the word 'ghost' mean?

• A type of candy

• A mythical creature with magical powers

• A character in a video game

• The spirit or soul of a deceased person

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which of the following is a synonym for 'creepy'?

• haunting

• frightening

• spooky

• scary

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4