Understanding Words in Context

Understanding Words in Context

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Understanding Words in Context

Understanding Words in Context

Assessment

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English

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
L.3.2F, L.1.6, L.5.4A

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the definition of the word 'frugal' as used in the sentence: 'She was frugal with her money, always looking for the best deals'?

Careless with money and spending it unnecessarily

Generous with money and not looking for deals

Careful with money and not spending it unnecessarily

Indifferent to money and not concerned with saving

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the sentence 'The teacher's acerbic comments made the students uncomfortable', what does the word 'acerbic' mean?

Sharp and forthright, often in a way that is critical or sarcastic

Sweet and pleasant

Bitter and sour

Soft and gentle

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Using context clues, what does the word 'ominous' mean in the sentence: 'The dark clouds and silence in the air gave an ominous feeling'?

Indicating a sense of calm and peace

Giving a feeling of happiness and joy

Giving the feeling that something bad is going to happen

Referring to a feeling of excitement and anticipation

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the sentence 'The protagonist's altruistic actions inspired others to be kind', what does the word 'altruistic' mean?

Selfish or self-centered

Greedy or materialistic

Selfless or unselfish

Caring or compassionate

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the word 'furtive' in the sentence: 'The furtive glances between the two friends suggested they were hiding something'?

Eagerly seeking attention

Attempting to avoid notice or attention

Casually ignoring the situation

Openly displaying emotions

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word 'resilient' in the sentence: 'Despite facing many challenges, she remained resilient and never gave up'

fragile

weak-willed

able to withstand or recover from difficult situations

easily discouraged

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the word 'exuberant' mean in the sentence: 'The children's exuberant laughter filled the room'?

Sad and gloomy

Quiet and reserved

Tired and lethargic

Full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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