Vocabulary Quiz

What does "affluent" mean?

• Wealthy, or having a lot of money

• Not friendly; distant

• Unselfish; selfless concern for the well-being of others

• Willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4B

Which word describes someone who is not friendly and distant?

• Aloof

• Affluent

• Altruistic

• Ambitious

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the meaning of "altruistic"?

• Unselfish; selfless concern for the well-being of others

• Willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed

• Not showing any interest or enthusiasm

• Anxious or fearful that something bad will happen

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.6

If someone has a willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed, they are:

• Ambitious

• Apathetic

• Apprehensive

• Charismatic

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

What does "apathetic" mean?

• Not showing any interest or enthusiasm

• Charming or full of personality

• Pleased with oneself

• Deep hatred or disapproval

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which word means "anxious or fearful that something bad will happen"?

• Apprehensive

• Charismatic

• Complacent

• Conscientious

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.L.8.5B

What does "charismatic" mean?

• Charming or full of personality

• Boldly resisting authority

• Constant change; full of energy or ideas

• Intense and serious

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4A

If someone is pleased with themselves and feels no need to do anything further, they are:

• Complacent

• Conscientious

• Contemptuous

• Defiant

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.4A

What does "conscientious" mean?

• Wanting to do what is right, and to do it well

• Deep hatred or disapproval

• Overwhelming happiness or excitement

• Friendly and welcoming to strangers or guests

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which word describes "deep hatred or disapproval"?

• Contemptuous

• Dynamic

• Earnest

• Ecstatic

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.L.8.5C