Cats vs. Dogs: Paired Passage ~ Vocabulary

What does the word preference mean as used in paragraph 1?

• The easiest task available

• The choice wanted most

• The least optimal path

• The most disliked option

Answer explanation

The word 'preference' in paragraph 1 refers to the choice wanted most by the individual. It indicates the option that is most desired or favored.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word demanding mean as used in paragraph 1?

• Easy to take care of

• Neither easy nor difficult

• Complicated at times

• Requiring a lot of effort

Answer explanation

The word 'demanding' in paragraph 1 means requiring a lot of effort, as it suggests a high level of difficulty or intensity in the context.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word inexpensive mean as used in paragraph 3?

• costly

• beautiful

• unreasonable

• Cheap

Answer explanation

The word 'inexpensive' means 'Cheap' in paragraph 3.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word superior mean as used in paragraph 3?

• The worst option

• Not special in any way

• Better than the rest

• Something with pros and cons

Answer explanation

The word 'superior' in paragraph 3 means better than the rest, indicating a higher quality or level compared to others.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word independence mean as used in paragraph 4?

• Relying on yourself

• Completing incapable of taking care of yourself

• Struggling to help those around you

• Needing others to help

Answer explanation

The word 'independence' means relying on yourself, as mentioned in paragraph 4.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word reliable mean as used in paragraph 1?

• Trustworthy

• Rude

• Difficult

• Happy

Answer explanation

The word 'reliable' means trustworthy in paragraph 1. It implies being dependable and able to be trusted.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word maintenance mean as used in paragraph 1?

• Destroy

• Upkeep

• Fun

• Neglect

Answer explanation

The word 'maintenance' means 'upkeep' in the context of the paragraph, referring to the act of keeping something in good condition.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word desired mean as used in paragraph 2?

• Disliked

• Excited

• Unsuitable

• Wanted

Answer explanation

The word 'desired' in paragraph 2 means 'Wanted'. It indicates something that is wanted or wished for.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word obedient mean as used in paragraph 3?

• Angry

• Compliant

• Unfaithful

• Rude

Answer explanation

The word 'obedient' means compliant in paragraph 3, which implies following rules or orders without resistance.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word notoriously mean as used in paragraph 3?

• Mystery to most people

• Undisputed

• Unknown source of information

• Publicly or generally known

Answer explanation

The word 'notoriously' means publicly or generally known as used in paragraph 3.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4