Revolver Vocabulary Review

During a school debate, Evelyn argued that sometimes governments need to "suppress" certain information to maintain national security. What does "suppress" mean in this context?

• To encourage

• To put down by force or by authority

• To celebrate

• To create

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, Michael noticed that Aiden was acting surly. What does "surly" mean?

• Friendly and cheerful

• Bad-tempered and unfriendly

• Calm and relaxed

• Joyful and excited

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a class presentation, Sophia remained impassive despite the technical difficulties. What does "impassive" mean?

• Highly emotional

• Having or revealing little emotion or sensibility

• Very talkative

• Extremely joyful

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During the storm, the winds were fierce, but eventually, they began to subside. What does "subside" mean in this context?

• To increase in intensity

• To become less intense, violent, severe

• To start a new project

• To rise rapidly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

After a long week of exams, Benjamin looked quite haggard. What does "haggard" mean?

• Looking well-rested and healthy

• Looking exhausted/unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering

• Appearing joyful and energetic

• Seeming very young and vibrant

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a class discussion, David was asked to divulge the details of the surprise party planned for the teacher. What does the verb "divulge" mean?

• To publicly reveal a kept secret

• To lessen

• To disturb

• To appear calm

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a group project, Nora noticed that Aria's constant tapping on the desk seemed to rile Isla. What does the verb "rile" mean in this context?

• To disturb, especially by minor irritations

• To reveal a secret

• To lessen

• To appear threatening

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a class discussion, Olivia seemed oblivious to the fact that the teacher had asked her a question. What does the adjective "oblivious" mean?

• Lacking conscious awareness

• Showing hopelessness

• Being dishonest

• Appearing calm

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a quiet night walk, Avery noticed something imperceptible. What does imperceptible mean?

• Able to be perceived with effort.

• Not able to be perceived or noticed.

• Difficult to understand or comprehend.

• Easily noticeable and clear.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Anika accidentally discovered a secret about the upcoming school event and decided to publicly reveal it during the assembly.

• divulge

• rile

• digress

• relish

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D