Vocab Quiz Week 2

The evidence presented in court was enough to EXONERATE the accused, proving that he was innocent of all charges. Which is the best definition for EXONERATE?

• To accuse of a crime

• To clear from blame

• To attack or condemn

• To praise or celebrate

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The sculpture was so GROTESQUE that it made many visitors feel uncomfortable, with its unusual and eerie features. Which is the best definition of the word GROTESQUE?

• Extremely ugly

• Very beautiful

• Extremely passionate

• Very stubborn

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

His strong desire to succeed SPURRED him to work late nights and weekends to achieve his goals. Which is the best definition for the word SPURRED?

• Invited

• Forced

• Encouraged

• Discouraged

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Despite numerous setbacks, she continued to STRIVE for perfection in her art, never settling for anything less than her best. Which is the best definition of the word STRIVE?

• Play

• Wonder

• Fail

• Try

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The chef prepared a SCRUMPTIOUS meal that delighted everyone at the dinner party. Which is the best definition of the word SCRUMPTIOUS?

• Sharp

• Honest

• Appetizing

• Disgusting

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The new evidence could potentially ______________ him from the allegations, showing that he was not responsible for the incident. Which vocabulary word best fits in the blank?

• exonerate

• grotesque

• scrumptious

• spurred

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

To achieve his dream of becoming a successful chef, he had to ______________ to learn all of the information needed to run a good restaurant. Which vocabulary word best fits in the blank?

• grotesque

• strive

• exonerate

• scrumptious

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

After receiving the promotion, she was ______________ to pursue even more challenging projects and advance further in her career. Which vocabulary word best fits in the blank?

• exonerate

• grotesque

• scrumptious

• spurred

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

The children were excited about the ______________ cookies that their grandmother baked, which were rich and flavorful. Which vocabulary word best fits in the blank?

• grotesque

• strive

• spurred

• scrumptious

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The haunted house was filled with ______________ sights and sounds that made it an exhilarating experience for thrill-seekers. Which vocabulary word best fits in the blank?

• scrumptious

• grotesque

• spurred

• strive