Among the Hidden Vocabulary Quiz

What does the adjective "curt" mean?

• Extremely polite and lengthy

• Short and rude in speech

• Very detailed and informative

• Soft and gentle

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

How is the adverb "tentatively" used?

• With confidence and certainty

• In a loud and clear manner

• Acting with hesitation or uncertainty

• Quickly and without thought

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does the verb "muttered" imply?

• To speak loudly and clearly

• To sing joyfully

• To speak privately in a low almost unheard voice

• To laugh uncontrollably

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the adjective "pathetic" describe?

• Something done with great skill

• Something that is pitiful or inadequate

• Something that is extremely successful

• Something that is very sturdy and well-made

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of "annihilation"?

• The act of creating something new

• The process of healing and restoration

• Complete destruction or obliteration

• The beginning of a journey

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

What does "giddy" mean?

• Feeling very tired and bored

• Bubbling over with happiness and excitement

• Being in a state of confusion and disarray

• Feeling ill and uncomfortable

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

What is a "rally" ?

• A competitive race between cars

• A formal dinner party

• A mass meeting of people for a political protest or showing support of a cause

• A type of dance

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What does "deranged" mean?

• Extremely organized and meticulous

• Calm and serene

• Crazy, insane

• Happy and content

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does "ramshackle" describe?

• A well-maintained and modern building

• A severe state of disrepair; broken-down

• A newly constructed and sturdy structure

• A place that is extremely clean and organized

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

What does it mean to "bug" someone or something?

• To annoy or bother persistently

• To decorate with festive items

• To conceal a mini microphone or camera device to spy on someone

• To clean and polish meticulously

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4