Words in Context Quiz A words

What is the meaning of the word "acquiesce" as used in the following sentence? "Despite her initial reluctance, she decided to acquiesce to the committee's decision."

• To argue

• To agree without protest

• To refuse

• To negotiate

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

In the context of art, what does the word "aesthetic" refer to?

• Practicality

• Beauty or the appreciation of beauty

• Functionality

• Simplicity

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Choose the word that best fits the sentence: "Her __________ nature led her to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend."

• Animosity

• Altruistic

• Antithetical

• Audible

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the connotative meaning of "animosity" in the sentence: "There was a palpable animosity between the two rivals during the debate."

• Friendship

• Indifference

• Hostility

• Curiosity

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which word best completes the sentence: "His views were __________ to the traditional beliefs of his community."

• Auspicious

• Antithetical

• Agrarian

• Assuage

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does the word "assuage" mean in the context of the sentence: "The teacher tried to assuage the students' fears about the upcoming exam."

• Intensify

• Ignore

• Alleviate

• Confirm

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

In the sentence "The sound of the bell was barely audible over the noise of the crowd," what does "audible" mean?

• Visible

• Loud

• Able to be heard

• Silent

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "auspicious" in the sentence: "The sunny weather made for an auspicious start to the wedding day."

• Unfavorable

• Promising success

• Ordinary

• Uncertain

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which word best completes the sentence: "The __________ lifestyle of the farmers was evident in their daily routines."

• Agrarian

• Audible

• Aesthetic

• Altruistic

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

The four leaf clover was an - find, especially given it was discovered on Friday the 13th!

• Agrarian

• auspicious

• altruistic

• aesthetic

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4