Vocabulary Quiz 9

What is the definition of "Calamity"?

• A humorous event

• An event resulting in great loss and misfortune

• A peaceful gathering

• A minor inconvenience

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does "Chortle" mean?

• Cry loudly

• Laugh quietly or with restraint

• Scream in fear

• Whisper softly

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.4

Which word means "Show submission or fear"?

• Recede

• Idle

• Cower

• Sociable

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the meaning of "Idle"?

• In constant motion

• Not in action or work

• Full of energy

• Always busy

Tags

CCSS.L.7.4D

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does "Recede" mean?

• Become faint or more distant

• Move forward quickly

• Increase in size

• Stay in place

Tags

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.4D

Which word means "Never ceasing, or giving up"?

• Sociable

• Relentless

• Idle

• Waft

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the definition of "Sociable"?

• Inclined to companionship with others

• Preferring solitude

• Avoiding social interactions

• Indifferent to company

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does "Unfurl" mean?

• Roll tightly

• Unroll, unfold, or spread out

• Fold neatly

• Pack away

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.4

Which word means "Be driven or carried along, as by the air"?

• Writhe

• Waft

• Recede

• Chortle

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

What is the meaning of "Writhe"?

• Stand still

• Move in a twisting or contorted motion

• Jump up and down

• Sit quietly