Ms. Jay & Ross Vocabulary and Synonym Quiz

What does the word "Socialism" primarily refer to?

• A political system where the government controls all businesses

• A system where resources and production are privately owned

• A political and economic theory of social organization which advocates that the means of production, distribution, and exchange should be owned or regulated by the community as a whole

• A form of government based on individual freedoms and minimal government intervention

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which word best describes someone who has a compelling charm that inspires devotion in others?

• Manipulative

• Charismatic

• Disillusioned

• Exploited

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

If clothing is described as "threadbare," what does it mean?

• It is brand new and stylish

• It is very thick and warm

• It is thin and worn out

• It is waterproof

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "disillusionment" refer to?

• A feeling of disappointment resulting from the discovery that something is not as good as one believed it to be

• The process of making someone feel more energetic and cheerful

• The act of convincing someone to do something through reasoning or argument

• A state of confusion and lack of direction

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

Which word means to control or influence a person or situation cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously?

• Charismatic

• Manipulation

• Disillusionment

• Socialism

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

What does "remnants" mean?

• New beginnings

• Small remaining quantities of something

• Large, important pieces

• The process of renewing something

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

What does it mean if someone is "exploited"?

• They are treated fairly and with respect

• They are given a lot of opportunities

• They are made use of selfishly or unethically

• They are ignored or overlooked

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word best describes food that is more robust and nourishing?

• Groggy

• Threadbare

• Heartier

• Abruptly

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

If someone stops speaking "abruptly," how do they stop?

• Slowly and carefully

• Suddenly and unexpectedly

• After a long explanation

• In a very detailed manner

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What does "groggy" mean?

• Extremely energetic and alert

• Dizzy and somewhat weak, as from lack of sleep or illness

• Very hungry

• Completely focused and attentive

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4