Vocabulary in Context Quiz for 9th Grade

In the sentence "The arduous journey took a toll on them, leaving everyone exhausted," the word "arduous" most closely means:

• Quick

• Easy

• Difficult

• Joyful

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

When the author describes the character as "gregarious," it suggests that the character is:

• Shy

• Sociable

• Angry

• Mysterious

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The phrase "a plethora of options" suggests that there are:

• No options

• Limited options

• Many options

• Two options

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

If someone is described as "meticulous," it means they are:

• Careless

• Precise

• Lazy

• Clumsy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The word "benevolent" in the context of a leader suggests they are:

• Cruel

• Kind

• Indifferent

• Manipulative

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In the context of a debate, if one's argument is described as "coherent," it means the argument is:

• Confusing

• Logical and clear

• Weak

• Aggressive

When a writer uses the term "ephemeral" to describe fame, they mean fame is:

• Lasting

• Fleeting

• Desirable

• Dangerous

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

If a task is described as "onerous," it is:

• Simple

• Burdensome

• Enjoyable

• Quick

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Describing a place as "serene" suggests it is:

• Noisy

• Peaceful

• Crowded

• Dirty

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

A "candid" conversation is one that is:

• Formal

• Honest and straightforward

• Confusing

• Aggressive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4