Vocabulary in Context

What does the word 'vivid' mean in the sentence: The artist used vivid colors in his painting?

• bright, intense, and striking

• dull

• faint

• subdued

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

In the sentence: The teacher praised the student for his diligence, what does 'diligence' mean?

• Intelligence and creativity

• Careful and persistent work or effort

• Laziness and lack of effort

• Inconsistency and unreliability

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

If someone is described as 'eloquent', what quality do they possess?

• Loud and obnoxious in conversation

• Confused and inarticulate in speech

• Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing

• Shy and reserved in communication

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'ominous' in the sentence: The dark clouds were ominous, signaling an incoming storm?

• Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.

• Indicating a joyful occasion

• Representing a bright and sunny day

• Giving a sense of peace and tranquility

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence: The detective was able to decipher the cryptic message, what does 'cryptic' mean?

• mysterious or puzzling

• obvious

• clear

• transparent

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

If a person is 'resilient', what characteristic do they have?

• Inability to adapt to change

• Ability to recover quickly from difficult conditions

• Lack of perseverance

• Tendency to give up easily

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'exquisite' mean in the sentence: The chef prepared an exquisite meal for the guests?

• Extremely beautiful, delicate, or carefully made

• Unappetizing, poorly made, or tasteless

• Ordinary, average, or unremarkable

• Overcooked, burnt, or inedible

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence: The athlete displayed remarkable agility during the game, what does 'agility' refer to?

• skill in playing musical instruments

• ability to move quickly and easily

• ability to swim underwater

• talent in painting portraits

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

If someone is described as 'gregarious', what trait do they possess?

• Introverted

• Sociable

• Reserved

• Shy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What is the meaning of 'furtive' in the sentence: The furtive glance between the two friends went unnoticed by others?

• Obvious or clear

• Secretive or sly

• Honest or candid

• Open or transparent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4