Roll of Thunder Vocabulary

What does the word "audible" most likely mean in the sentence: "The whispers in the back of the room were barely audible during the presentation."?

• invisible

• loud

• quiet

• hearable

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Choose the sentence where the word "imprisoned" is used correctly.

• She imprisoned her coat in the closet because it was dirty.

• The bird was imprisoned in a small cage, unable to fly freely.

• He imprisoned his homework in his backpack.

• They imprisoned their car in the garage for the winter.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the word "mortgage" most likely refer to in the sentence: "After years of saving, they were finally able to pay off their mortgage."?

• A type of bank account

• A loan for purchasing property

• Money saved for retirement

• A financial penalty

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In the sentence "Despite the risks, she ventured into the dark forest," what does "ventured" imply?

• Hesitated

• Rushed

• Explored cautiously

• Escaped

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which sentence uses "overshadow" correctly?

• The tall building overshadowed the small playground, blocking the sunlight.

• She decided to overshadow her coffee with cream.

• He overshadowed his dinner with spices.

• They planned to overshadow their vacation with multiple stops.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What can be inferred about a situation where something is described as "barely audible"?

• It is very loud and clear.

• It is difficult to hear.

• It is visually appealing.

• It is completely silent.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

If someone is "imprisoned," what can you infer about their freedom?

• They are free to go wherever they like.

• They have limited or no freedom.

• They are on vacation.

• They are at home.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does it mean if someone has to pay a mortgage?

• They need to pay rent for using an apartment.

• They have borrowed money to buy property and need to repay it.

• They owe money for a car.

• They are paying off a student loan.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What can be inferred from someone deciding to "venture" into a new business?

• They are cautious and avoiding risk.

• They are taking a risk and trying something new.

• They are continuing with their usual routine.

• They are retiring from work.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In what context might something be "overshadowed"?

• When it is highlighted and made more visible.

• When it is made less noticeable due to something else being more dominant.

• When it is physically moved to a different location.

• When it is painted a different color.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept