Vocabulary Quiz (Dmitry)

During a school event, Lily noticed that Arjun was sweating profusely. If 'profusely' means doing something in large amounts, what was Arjun doing?

• Sweating quickly; without delay

• Sweating abundantly; in large amounts

• Sweating sparingly; in small amounts

• Sweating silently; without making a sound

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

During a debate, Daniel argued that increasing taxes would benefit the economy. Scarlett, however, stated that, 'conversely', reducing taxes would stimulate economic growth. In this context, what does 'conversely' mean?

• In a complicated way

• In a similar manner

• In an opposite or reverse way

• In a straightforward way

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

James received an email from an unknown sender. The email contained a link that, if clicked, would install a 'malicious' software on his computer. What does 'malicious' mean in this context?

• The software is kind and helpful

• The software has or shows a desire to cause harm

• The software is friendly and generous

• The software is innocent and pure

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

During a school play, Liam was supposed to play the role of a hero but he ran off the stage due to stage fright. How would you describe Liam's behavior?

• Displaying great courage and bravery

• Being friendly and outgoing

• Showing a lack of intelligence

• cowardly

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

In a classroom discussion, Lily used a term to describe Mason's artwork. Avery felt that Lily's comment was 'derogatory'. What does 'derogatory' mean in this context?

• To speak about someone or something in a disrespectful or belittling manner

• To speak about someone or something in a formal manner

• To speak about someone or something in a positive manner

• To speak about someone or something in a neutral manner

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

William has to submit his project report. His teacher, David, asked him to submit it 'promptly'. What does 'promptly' mean in this context?

• with little or no delay; immediately

• hastily

• gradually

• slowly

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Benjamin, Avery, and Mia found an old painting in their attic. They want to ensure it doesn't deteriorate over time. What should they do to 'preserve' the painting?

• Change the painting into a digital form

• Forget about the painting

• Keep the painting in its original state or in good condition

• Destroy the painting completely

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Harper found a watch on the street and showed it to Ethan. Ethan suspected that the watch might be 'phony'. In this context, what does 'phony' mean?

• Not genuine or real

• Honest and truthful

• Authentic and real

• Original and genuine

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Ethan, Mason, and Zoe were discussing their recent movie experience. Ethan described a scene as 'gross'. What could Ethan have meant by 'gross'?

• extremely unpleasant or unacceptable

• very pleasant and acceptable

• moderately unpleasant or acceptable

• related to net income

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Avery, Aria, and Elijah are discussing their classmate's behavior. They noticed that their classmate's behavior is immature and more like a young person's behavior. Which word best describes their classmate's behavior?

• associated with technology or modern advancements

• pertaining to plants or vegetation

• related to elderly or mature behavior

• juvenile like behavior