Vocabulary Mastery Peak 9

What does the word 'admonish' mean?

• To warn against something

• To encourage someone

• A person who is absent or missing

• To praise someone

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'anonymous'?

• Famous and recognized

• Unique and distinctive

• Lacking individuality or character

• Known and named

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which word describes someone who is astute?

• Old-fashioned and traditional

• Thoroughly and totally

• Smart and perceptive

• Dull and boring

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What does the term 'bystander' refer to?

• Someone who observes but doesn't participate

• Someone who is absent from an event

• Someone who leads and directs others

• Someone who takes part in an event

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the definition of 'casualty'?

• A person killed or injured in a war or accident

• A person who is absent or missing

• A person who is responsible for something

• A person who is honored or respected

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does the word 'deceased' mean?

• Dead

• Missing or lost

• Sick or injured

• Alive and well

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

What is the meaning of 'downright'?

• Thoroughly and totally

• Partially and incompletely

• Quickly and abruptly

• Slowly and gradually

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

How would you describe something that is grimy?

• Fresh and fragrant

• Shiny and polished

• Covered with dirt or soot

• Very clean and spotless

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the term 'homage' mean?

• Disrespect or disregard

• Honor or respect shown publicly

• Criticism or disapproval

• Indifference or apathy

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does it mean to 'hurtle'?

• To move with great speed

• To change direction suddenly

• To move slowly and cautiously

• To stop and remain still

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4