Vocabulary Skills and Context Quiz

Emma was told a story about a cat that could talk, and she believed it without question. How would you describe Emma?

• Clever

• Gullible

• Suspicious

• Skeptical

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Valerie needs to transplant her flower from the living room to the balcony. Which word is a synonym for "transplant" in this context?

• Remove

• Plant

• Transfer

• Destroy

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

During a school pep rally, Evelyn was praised for her "pep". This means she has a lot of ________.

• Sadness

• Energy

• Silence

• Calmness

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

During a school camping trip, Grace felt reassured after hearing the teacher's calming words. What would be the opposite reaction?

• Comforted

• Alarmed

• Encouraged

• Soothed

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In a mystery story, Jackson was acting suspiciously. What is an antonym of the word suspiciously?

• Scary

• Innocent

• Strange

• Sneaky

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

When David received a compliment on his presentation, which word describes how he felt?

• Insulted

• Flattered

• Ignored

• Criticized

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

The teacher gave the students positive reinforcement for their behavior. What is another word for reinforcement?

• Weakening

• Encouragement

• Diminish

• Disruption

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

There was awkwardness in the baby giraffe's walking as he roamed the field. How else could you describe the awkwardness?

• Gracefulness

• Elegance

• Clumsiness

• Smoothness

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Benjamin had a fear of public speaking. He decided to conquer this fear by practicing regularly and seeking feedback from his friends. What is another word for conquer?

• Surrender

• Defeat

• Avoid

• Ignore

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

The gymnast showed how coordinated she is as she flipped on the balance beam. If someone is coordinated, what does that mean?

• They have good organiation skills.

• They can jump high.

• Lacking athletic ability.

• Able to do well with physical sport or movement.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept