Summer English Unit 1

During the storm, Liam noticed that the wind began to abate. What does the word "abate" mean?

• To increase in intensity

• To reduce in amount or intensity

• To flourish

• To obstruct

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a group project, Elijah and Luna had to learn how to work together and assimilate each other's ideas. What does the word "assimilate" mean?

• To reject or refuse

• To absorb and integrate

• To obstruct or block

• To erratically change

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a debate, James had to concede a point. What does the word "concede" mean?

• To deny or refuse

• To admit or acknowledge

• To flourish or thrive

• To obstruct or block

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a science experiment, Maya observed that when she left the beaker of water in the sun, the water seemed to dissipate. What does the word "dissipate" mean?

• To gather or collect

• To scatter or disperse

• To obstruct or block

• To erratically change

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

During a group project, Mia noticed that Henry's behavior was quite erratic. What does the word "erratic" mean?

• Consistent and predictable

• Unpredictable and inconsistent

• To flourish or thrive

• To obstruct or block

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During the school play, Brian flew across the stage with a "flourish". In this context what does flourish mean?

• To wither or decline

• To show off

• To obstruct or block

• To erratically change

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Olivia made an impulsive decision to buy a new dress without thinking it through. What does the word "impulsive" mean?

• Acting with careful thought

• Acting without forethought

• To obstruct or block

• To erratically change

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a biology class, Grace asked, "What does the word 'longevity' mean?"

• Short duration

• Long duration or life

• To obstruct or block

• To erratically change

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

In a science class, Mason was asked to describe a material that is "malleable". What does the word "malleable" mean?

• Rigid and inflexible

• Easily shaped or influenced

• To obstruct or block

• To erratically change

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a group project, Abigail noticed that a large box was placed in front of the classroom door. What does the word "obstruct" mean in this context?

• To clear or open

• To block or hinder

• To erratically change

• To flourish or thrive

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4