Vocabulary Quiz Unit 4

During a lively history class, Benjamin curiously asked, 'Hey, could the sinking of the Titanic be considered a catastrophe?'

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• in favor of arguing or debating

• to trick, deceive, mislead

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

During a lively book club meeting, Aria exclaimed that she detests the villain's actions in the story. What does 'detest' mean in this context?

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• in favor of arguing or debating

• to trick, deceive, mislead

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the lively class debate, Grace noticed that Avery was particularly disputatious. What does this mean about Avery's debating style?

• Avery often experiences a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy during debates.

• Avery tends to strongly dislike the topics being debated; despises, loathes them.

• Avery is in favor of arguing or debating the topics.

• Avery tries to trick, deceive, or mislead the opponents in a debate.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

At the annual school talent show, Liam was spellbound by the magician's act, where objects vanished into thin air. Nora leaned over and whispered that the secret was all about misdirection. What does the word 'dupe' mean in this magical context?

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• in favor of arguing or debating

• to trick, deceive, mislead

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

In the middle of a lively group project, Nora exclaimed that Kai's approach to solving problems was dynamic. What does dynamic mean in this context?

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• in favor of arguing or debating

• active; high-powered, energetic, animated

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

In a thrilling science project showdown, Ethan stumbled upon a magical chemical that can eradicate all the bacteria on a surface. What does eradicate mean?

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• in favor of arguing or debating

• to completely destroy or get rid of; wipe out

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Hannah just embarked on her exciting internship journey at a tech company. In this context, how would you describe Hannah?

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• someone with little experience; a beginner

• to trick, deceive, mislead

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

During a lively school debate, Olivia felt flustered. What does flustered mean in this context?

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• in favor of arguing or debating

• to feel nervous or confused

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Abigail was given a fun task by her teacher, but she decided to skip it. How would you describe Abigail's behavior?

• A huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• She strongly dislikes something; despises, loathes

• Disobedient, rebellious, wayward

• She is trying to trick, deceive, mislead

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Emma is on a mission to create the most eye-catching sign for the school play! Which characteristic is the secret ingredient to ensure the audience can easily grasp the sign's message?

• a huge disaster, failure, or tragedy

• to strongly dislike something; despise, loathe

• in favor of arguing or debating

• clear and easy to read (antonym: illegible)

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4