
Context Clues and Vocabulary Quiz
Authored by Anna Rodriguez
English
8th Grade
DOK Level 1: Recall covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the meaning of the word "precede" based on the prefix "pre-"?
To follow
To go before
To stop
To repeat
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DOK Level 1: Recall
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence "The cat was aloof, sitting on the windowsill, ignoring everyone," what does the word "aloof" mean?
Friendly
Distant
Curious
Playful
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following words is derived from the Latin root "scrib" meaning "to write"?
Describe
Predict
Transport
Construct
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DOK Level 1: Recall
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "gregarious" in the sentence: "Unlike his gregarious sister, who loved parties, he preferred solitude."
Shy
Sociable
Quiet
Angry
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Consult a dictionary to find the part of speech for the word "ambiguous."
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
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DOK Level 1: Recall
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence "The decision was irrevocable, and there was no turning back," what does the prefix "ir-" suggest about the word "irrevocable"?
Possible to change
Not possible to change
Easy to change
Difficult to change
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Verify the meaning of the word "benevolent" by checking its inferred meaning in context: "The benevolent king was loved by all for his generosity."
Cruel
Kind
Wealthy
Powerful
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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking
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