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Aria and James are having a debate! Aria says she is 'fussy' about her food. What does the word 'fussy' mean?

• over elaborate

• simple

• careless

• unconcerned

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Nora noticed that Avery was always worrying about the smallest things, even when there was no real reason to be concerned. What is the meaning of the word 'neurotic' as it might describe Avery?

• worrying in a way that is not healthy

• being extremely happy

• showing a lack of interest

• acting in a calm and composed manner

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Maya overheard Grace and Mia having a conversation. Grace said, "Stop being so querulous!" What does the word 'querulous' mean?

• complaining in an annoying way

• happy and content

• silent and reserved

• energetic and lively

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Grace, Abigail, and Harper are discussing which parts of their group project are most important. Grace says some tasks are 'peripheral.' What does 'peripheral' mean?

• not relating to the most important part

• central and crucial

• related to the core

• main and essential

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

During a class debate, Harper suddenly took charge and started giving orders in a very 'imperious' manner. What does the word 'imperious' mean?

• Forceful, bossy, arrogant and domineering without justification.

• Humble and modest in behavior.

• Indifferent and uninterested.

• Friendly and approachable.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Maya, Arjun, and Evelyn just finished reading an exciting story together! Can you help them remember what the word 'resolution' means in a story?

• The conclusion to the story that reveals the solution to the problem(s) or conflict(s).

• The introduction of the main characters and setting.

• A sudden and unexpected event that changes the course of the story.

• The part of the story where the main character faces a major decision.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Grace, Ethan, and Aria are reading a story together. They come across the term 'plot events.' What does this term mean?

• expose a problem(s) that need to be resolved in a story.

• describe the setting and characters of a story.

• provide background information about the author.

• summarize the main themes of a story.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Imagine Sophia, Abigail, and Oliver are reading a story together. What does the word 'characters' mean in their story?

• people or animals that respond and change to solve the problem and resolve the plot

• a type of fruit that changes you into another person

• a mathematical symbol that is difficult to solve

• a type of clothing worn on Halloween

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During story time, Avery, Nora, and Rohan are discussing the word 'plot.' What does 'plot' mean?

• a small piece of ground

• a secret plan

• episodes and events that make up a story

• a chart or graph

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Arjun and Aria are having a lively chat in class. What is the word that best describes their conversation?

• a conversation between two or more people

• a type of monologue

• a silent action

• reveals actions and decisions made by the characters.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3