Wordly Wise Lesson 11

What does the word "augment" mean?

• To decrease in size, amount, or degree.

• To increase in size, amount, or degree.

• To remain unchanged in size, amount, or degree.

• To fluctuate in size, amount, or degree.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following best describes someone who is "benign"?

• Threatening and dangerous.

• Kind and gentle.

• Indifferent and unresponsive.

• Aggressive and bold.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is a "connoisseur"?

• A person with limited knowledge of the fine arts.

• A person with extensive knowledge, especially of the fine arts; a person of refined taste.

• A beginner in learning about the fine arts.

• A person who dislikes the fine arts.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does it mean to "discern" something?

• To ignore the details.

• To create or invent.

• To detect with the eyes or comprehend.

• To forget or overlook.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

What does the word "embellish" mean when used in the context of adding details to a story?

• To make the story shorter and more concise.

• To add factual information for accuracy.

• To add fictitious details to make the story more interesting.

• To translate the story into another language.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the meaning of "execute" when it refers to creating a work of art?

• To publicly display the art in a gallery.

• To create, as a work of art, often using unusual materials.

• To sell the art piece at an auction.

• To critique the art in a professional review.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

Which of the following best exemplifies the word "grotesque"?

• A beautiful and symmetrical sculpture.

• A distorted or strange mask that appears bizarre or comical.

• A perfectly proportioned piece of architecture.

• A painting with soft and soothing colors.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "hallowed" mean when referring to a place?

• A place that is newly constructed.

• A place that is greatly respected or considered holy.

• A place that is abandoned and forgotten.

• A place that is used for commercial purposes.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does it mean to "impersonate" someone?

• To ignore or avoid someone.

• To assist someone in a task.

• To assume the character or appearance of someone.

• To praise someone for their achievements.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the meaning of "malevolent" as an adjective?

• Being kind and generous to others.

• Showing ill will or hatred, producing harm or evil.

• Being indifferent or neutral towards others.

• Showing great skill or talent.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4