Vocabulary Workshop Level E Unit 5

Define the word 'altruistic'.

• Indifferent and apathetic

• Selfish and uncaring towards others

• Selfless and concerned for the well-being of others

• Narcissistic and self-absorbed

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the definition of 'assent'?

• Refuse or decline

• Express approval or agreement

• Ignore or disregard

• Disapprove or disagree

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Explain the meaning of 'clemency'.

• Mercy or leniency

• Generosity or kindness

• Harshness or severity

• Rigidity or inflexibility

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Define 'diffident'.

• Reserved and self-assured

• Outgoing and confident

• Bold and assertive

• Shy or lacking in self-confidence

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'embark' mean?

• To start or begin a journey or adventure

• To avoid a journey

• To sleep during a journey

• To end a journey

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is the definition of 'facile'?

• Slow; laborious

• Complicated; intricate

• Difficult; challenging

• Easily achieved; effortless

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Explain the meaning of 'indomitable'.

• Not easily defeated or discouraged; unconquerable

• Weak and submissive

• Conquerable

• Easily defeated and discouraged

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Define 'plod'.

• To speak loudly and confidently

• To move quickly and lightly

• To stand still and do nothing

• To move or walk heavily or laboriously

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'remiss' mean?

• Thoughtful and thorough

• Careful and responsible

• Attentive and diligent

• Negligent or careless

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Define 'temerity'.

• Excessive confidence or boldness

• Excessive fear or timidity

• Lack of confidence or boldness

• Moderate confidence or boldness

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4