Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "brevity" mean?

• Long-windedness

• Concise and exact use of words

• Excessive detail

• Elaborate explanation

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the meaning of "cajole"?

• To demand forcefully

• To persuade with flattery

• To ignore completely

• To criticize harshly

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does "callous" describe?

• Sensitive and caring

• Insensitive and cruel

• Warm and friendly

• Joyful and lively

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "capitulate" mean?

• To resist an unwelcome demand

• To agree enthusiastically

• To initiate a conversation

• To celebrate a victory

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is a "catalyst" in a chemical reaction?

• A substance that slows down a reaction

• A substance that increases the rate of a reaction

• A substance that stops a reaction

• A substance that has no effect on a reaction

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "catharsis" provide?

• Physical strength

• Psychological relief

• Financial gain

• Social status

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does "caustic" mean?

• Gentle and soothing

• Capable of destroying by chemical action

• Sweet and pleasant

• Harmless and benign

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "censure"?

• To praise highly

• To blame or condescend sternly

• To ignore completely

• To support wholeheartedly

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "chastise" mean?

• To reward generously

• To inflict punishment

• To entertain joyfully

• To ignore passively

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is "clamor"?

• A soft whisper

• A loud continuous noise

• A gentle hum

• A silent gesture

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A