Vocabulary and Context Clues Mastery Quiz

What does it mean if a novel's tone is described as "austere"?

• The novel is humorous and light-hearted.

• The novel is strictly moralistic.

• The novel has a simple and stark quality.

• The novel is filled with rich, descriptive language.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

If a character in a story is said to "accost" another character, what did they do?

• They greeted them warmly.

• They avoided them.

• They approached and spoke to them in an aggressive manner.

• They complimented them.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the use of "censor"?

• A teacher assigns homework to students.

• A government official removes certain scenes from a movie before it is released.

• A chef decides to add more spices to a recipe.

• A student studies for an exam.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What does "elicit" most closely mean in the context of gathering information?

• To ignore.

• To assume.

• To obtain through discussion or questioning.

• To provide without being asked.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

A "flagrant" violation of the rules is one that is:

• Minor and insignificant.

• Hidden and unnoticed.

• Obvious and offensive.

• Accidental and excusable.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Which of the following actions would most likely be considered "laudable"?

• Cheating on a test.

• Volunteering at a local shelter.

• Ignoring a friend in need.

• Littering in a public park.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

In literature, a "plaintive" tone is one that can be described as:

• Joyful and uplifting.

• Angry and aggressive.

• Sad and mournful.

• Indifferent and unemotional.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

"Rancor" is most similar in meaning to:

• Joy.

• Indifference.

• Bitterness.

• Excitement.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

A feeling of "foreboding" is best described as:

• A sense of impending joy.

• A feeling of imminent evil or harm.

• A state of confusion.

• An overwhelming sense of peace.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

If someone is described as "earnest" in their efforts, they are:

• Lazy and uninterested.

• Serious and sincere.

• Dishonest and deceitful.

• Careless and hasty.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4