Vocabulary Quest for Fourth Graders

What is a "quest"?

• A type of bird

• A long or arduous search for something

• A piece of clothing

• A type of food

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following sentences uses the word "raked" correctly?

• She raked her nails over her itchy bug bite.

• He raked the cookie on the stove

• The dog raked loudly at night.

• She raked the book on the shelf.

Tags

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why might someone need to "retrieve" something?

• To make it disappear

• To find and bring it back

• To break it

• To sell it

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain why certain places or objects are considered "sacred."

• Because they are very old

• Because they are connected to religious or spiritual beliefs

• Because they are expensive

• Because they are colorful

Tags

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What might be "lurking" in the shadows?

• A bright light

• A hidden danger or creature

• A loud noise

• A delicious smell

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

Describe a situation that could be "humiliating."

• Winning a race

• Forgetting your lines in a play in front of an audience

• Eating your favorite food

• Reading a book

Tags

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does it mean to "waft" a smell?

• To trap it in a jar

• To let it float gently through the air

• To make it disappear

• To change the smell

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

Why might a pool be described as "shallow"?

• Because it is very deep

• Because it is not very deep

• Because it is very wide

• Because it is very cold

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

What are some strategies to "endure" a sweltering day?

• Wear heavy clothing

• Stay hydrated and find shade

• Run a marathon

• Eat a hot meal

Tags

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What does it mean to "bestow" an award?

• To take it away

• To give it as a gift or honor

• To hide it

• To sell it

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall