Julius Caesar Vocab Review #2

In the city council meeting, Samuel proposed a new ordinance to improve public safety. In this context, what does ordinance mean?

• A formal speech

• A piece of furniture

• A law set forth by a governmental authority

• A type of ancient weapon

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

When Olivia decided not to attend Ava's art exhibition, despite being invited multiple times, what does it mean to say Olivia "spurned" Ava's invitation?

• To accept with enthusiasm

• To reject with disdain

• To question the validity of

• To agree to a proposal

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

During a science class, Noah looked up at the sky through the window and asked, "What is the 'firmament'?"

• The ground on which we walk

• The vault of the sky; the heavens

• A large, imposing building

• A firm handshake

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Considering the Empire State Building, which option best describes its characteristic in terms of 'lofty'?

• Humble and low in status

• Of imposing height

• Easily achievable

• Of low quality

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

During a school assembly, Ethan showed reverence for the national anthem by standing attentively. What does "reverence" mean in this context?

• Disrespect

• Fear

• Deep respect for someone or something

• Indifference

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

When a web developer like Priya uses the term "render" in a meeting, what does she mean?

• To make the website invisible

• To display the website or page on the screen

• To remove content from the website

• To argue against a design choice

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

During the graduation ceremony, Elijah was selected to give an "oration". What does this mean?

• A formal garden

• A formal speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion

• A type of ancient book

• A musical composition

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is a "commonwealth"?

• A private corporation

• A community pool

• An independent country or community, especially a democratic republic

• A type of common cold

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

During a historical treasure hunt, Nora and Benjamin found an ancient artifact. What could "coffer" refer to in this context?

• A type of coffee

• A strongbox or small chest for holding valuables

• A large book

• A type of ancient weapon

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What does it mean if Mason decided to "bequeath" his vintage guitar collection to Avery in his will?

• To lend the collection to Avery temporarily

• To destroy the collection completely

• To pass on or leave the collection to Avery, especially in a will

• To purchase the collection anew for Avery

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C