Odyssey: Vocabulary List 1

What does the word shuddered mean in the context of the following sentence? The little girl shuddered with fear as she heard a loud noise outside her window.

• Slept peacefully

• Laughed loudly

• Trembled suddenly

• Ate quickly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word provisions mean in the context of the following sentence? The hikers packed enough provisions for their week-long camping trip, including food, water, and camping gear.

• Necessary supplies

• Sports equipment

• Luxury items

• Electronic gadgets

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does the word rudder used in the context of the following sentence? The captain used the rudder to turn the ship away from the rocky shore.

• Satellite

• Steering device

• Emergency brake

• Engine

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does the word tumult mean in the context of the following sentence?

The protest turned into a tumult when the crowd started shouting and pushing each other.

• Peaceful environment

• Noisy excitement

• Silent meditation

• Colorful artwork

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word billow mean in the context of the following sentence?

The storm caused the waves to billow, creating massive swells in the ocean.

• Gentle breeze

• Heavy rain

• Large wave

• Small wave

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does the word frantically mean in the context of the following sentence? The student searched frantically for his lost homework, realizing he had only a few minutes before class started.

• Frequently

• Desperately

• Cheerfully

• Accidentally

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What does the word majestic mean in the context of the following sentence? The majestic eagle spread its wings as it soared across the sky, commanding everyone’s attention.

• Hungry

• Enormous

• Exquisite

• Endangered

What does the word disheveled mean in the context of the following sentence? Although the house looked nice from the sidewalk, the interior was disheveled with dishes piled in the sink and unfolded clothes thrown on the floor.

• Orgainized

• Old

• Spacious

• Disorganized

What does the word rouse mean in the context of the following sentence? The loud thunder was enough to rouse the entire neighborhood from a deep sleep.

• Awaken

• Frighten

• Gather

• All of the above

What does the word hastened mean in the context of the following sentence? She hastened her steps so she wouldn't miss the bus and be late to school...again.

• Procrastinated

• Accelerated

• Watched

• Slowed