Week 10 Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "trigger" mean?

• To stop something from happening
  

• To cause an event or situation to happen

• To repair an object

• To slow down a process

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the meaning of "activate"?

•  To make something start or work

• To make something stop working

• To break something

• To destroy an object

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

If someone is described as "immature," what does it mean?

•  They are very old
  

• They have the emotional or intellectual development of someone younger
  

• They are very wise
  

• They are very serious

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which of the following best describes "turbulence"?

• Smooth and steady air movement
  

•  Unsteady movement of air or fluid
  

• Calm water flow

• Predictable weather patterns

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which action could "trigger" a smoke alarm?

• Painting a wall
  

• Cooking and burning food
  

• Reading a book

• Walking silently

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What might "activate" a computer system?

• Unplugging it
  

• Pressing the power button
  

• Covering it with a cloth
  

• Leaving it idle

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

A person who laughs at inappropriate times might be considered:

• Mature

• Immature

• Reliable

• Responsible

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Passengers might experience "turbulence" during:

• A calm boat ride
  

• A smooth car drive
  

• An airplane flight through a storm
  

• A quiet train journey

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of these is a sign of being "immature"?

• Understanding complex problems
  

• Throwing a tantrum over small issues
  

• Making wise decisions

• Being responsible

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What can "activate" a car alarm?

• Using a key to unlock the door

• Sitting quietly inside the car

• Driving normally

• Parking in a safe spot

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4