Vocabulary Skills Assessment Unit 6

An author is planning to write a story about a group of friends who go on an unexpected journey. Which word best describes their journey if it involves a short trip specifically for pleasure?

• Discourse

• Excursion

• Subterfuge

• Refuge

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In a debate, one participant uses a series of clever tricks to mislead the audience about their true intentions. What term best describes these deceptive tactics?

• Fugitive

• Mobile

• Subterfuge

• Demote

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A scientist is discussing the rapid changes in a chemical's state when exposed to air. Which word best describes the chemical's property of being likely to change rapidly and unpredictably?

• Accelerated

• Volatile

• Immobile

• Refuge

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In a story, a character is seeking a safe place to hide from danger. Which word best describes the place they are looking for?

• Refuge

• Fugitive

• Mobile

• Excursion

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A company decides to reduce the rank of an employee due to poor performance. Which term best describes the action taken by the company?

• Demote

• Accelerated

• Mobile

• Volatile

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In a discussion about ancient artifacts, a historian uses the term to describe objects that cannot be easily moved. Which word is most appropriate for these artifacts?

• Immobile

• Mobile

• Volatile

• Excursion

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A novel features a character who constantly moves from one place to another, never staying long in any location. Which word best describes this character's lifestyle?

• Fugitive

• Mobile

• Refuge

• Immobile

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

During a lecture on social dynamics, the professor engages in a lengthy and formal discussion with students. What term best describes this type of communication?

• Excursion

• Discourse

• Subterfuge

• Refuge

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A character in a book is described as someone who has escaped from custody and is avoiding capture. Which word best fits this description?

• Refuge

• Fugitive

• Mobile

• Demote

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A science teacher explains how certain reactions speed up when a catalyst is introduced. Which word best describes the increase in the rate of these chemical reactions?

• Volatile

• Accelerated

• Mobile

• Immobile

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking