Vocabulary Assessment 1

Scarlett was praised for her achievements, but she remained humble. What does the word "humble" mean?

• Having an inflated sense of self-importance.

• Being overly critical of oneself.

• Having a modest or low view of one's importance.

• Exhibiting arrogance and pride.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a basketball game, Olivia tried to catch the ball but ended up dropping it. What does "fumble" mean in this context?

• To explain something clearly.

• To throw something away carelessly.

• To handle clumsily or make a mistake.

• To catch something securely.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

In a company meeting, Ava was recognized for her seniority. What does "seniority" mean?

• Seniority is a term used for the youngest employee in a company.

• Seniority means the ability to work from home without restrictions.

• Seniority refers to the amount of money earned in a job.

• Seniority means the state of being older or having a higher rank due to longer service.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

When Maya read the story, she noticed that the wind was described as 'whispering secrets to the trees'. This is an example of...

• the use of metaphors in poetry.

• the study of human emotions.

• the classification of animals based on behavior.

• the attribution of human characteristics to non-human entities.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Luna said, 'The clouds are like cotton candy in the sky.' What is this an example of?

• A simile is a comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

• A simile is a comparison that uses 'than' or 'with'.

• A simile is a figure of speech that exaggerates.

• A simile is a type of metaphor.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Kai and Charlotte are discussing what figurative language is. What is figurative language?

• Figurative language is a form of expression that conveys meanings beyond the literal interpretation of words.

• Figurative language is a type of grammar rule.

• Figurative language is only used in poetry.

• Figurative language refers to the literal meaning of words.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

David was reading a book and came across a word he didn't know. What is a context clue?

• A summary of the text's main idea.

• A type of literary device used in poetry.

• A hint within a text that helps define an unfamiliar word.

• A synonym for a familiar word.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Abigail found an old teddy bear in the attic. What is raggedy about it?

• Elegant and stylish in design.

• Brightly colored and vibrant.

• Smooth and polished in texture.

• Tattered or shabby in appearance.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

During a class debate, Abigail showed bias. What does the word bias mean?

• Bias means to be neutral and objective.

• Bias is a mathematical term for a specific angle.

• Bias means a tendency to favor one thing over another, often leading to unfairness.

• Bias refers to a type of clothing style.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

During a class discussion, Mia asked, 'What does nonsense mean?'

• Expressions that convey clear and precise meaning.

• Ideas that are universally accepted and understood.

• Words that are always true and logical.

• Words or ideas that are meaningless or absurd.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D