Crispin Vocab Ch. 13-25

What does the word "grotesquely" mean?

• In a beautiful and attractive way

• In a repulsively ugly or distorted manner

• In a clear and understandable manner

• In a quiet and peaceful way

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the word "pillage" mean as used in the text?

• To protect something carefully

• To steal something by violence

• To gather food and drink

• To offer assistance

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of "sustenance" as used in the text?

• A source of entertainment

• A type of clothing

• Food and drink regarded as a source of strength and nourishment

• A form of exercise

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word "trepidation" mean?

• A) A feeling of excitement about something that may happen

• B) A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

• C) A feeling of happiness about something that may happen

• D) A feeling of indifference about something that may happen

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which word means "making a disturbingly harsh and loud noise"?

• A) Whispering

• B) Chattering

• C) Raucously

• D) Humming

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word "raucously" mean as used in the sentence?

• Quietly and calmly

• Loudly and harshly

• Happily and energetically

• Slowly and softly

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does "evasively" mean?

• Clearly and directly

• Round-about, indirect, or in a sneaky way

• Quickly and efficiently

• Honestly and openly

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the word "cur" refer to?

• A brave person

• An aggressive dog or one that is in poor condition

• A type of currency

• A skilled worker

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the meaning of "corrupt" as used in the learning material?

• To be confused or perplexed

• To act honestly and with integrity

• Acting dishonestly in return for personal gain/money

• To be physically damaged or broken

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word "tyranny" mean?

• A) A type of government system

• B) Cruel, unreasonable use of power

• C) A historical event

• D) A legal process

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4