Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 5

What is a wardrobe?

• A type of tall chair that sits up tall and has places for storage.

• A tall cupboard or cabinet in which clothes may be hung or stored.

• A small table with several drawers that hold things like spoons, forks, and knives.

• A type of bed that has several drawers at the bottom to put sweaters, shirts, and pants.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

What does the word "inquisitive" mean?

• Uninterested and unaware of things that are going on around you.

• Eager for knowledge; curious and asking many questions

• Silent and quiet; someone that does not want to make waves.

• Angry; someone who yells and says mean things to people who get in their way.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.RI.5.4

What are parcels?

• Letters that are mailed from one place to get to another place

• Packages that are wrapped and sealed for delivery or transport

• Envelopes that are stuffed with papers and different kinds of notes.

• Books that are stacked on top of each other that are very heavy and hard to handle.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

What does "upheaval" refer to?

• A calm situation that occurs outside that will never escalate into a large fight.

• A strong or violent change or disturbance in a situation or environment.

• A gentle breeze from the ocean that comes in gently and ascends over the land.

• A quiet evening at home with the family where memories are shared and acknowledged.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

What is rationing?

• Giving away free goods and services to people in need provided by a company.

• Controlling the amount of goods that people are allowed to have, often during shortages

• Buying things in bulk at a large store to save in a cellar for the community.

• Selling goods at a discount to help people in need during a troubling time.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

What does "imminent" mean?

• Something that happended in the past. It is dire situation that will be a part of history.

• About to happen; impending; something that is likely to occur very soon

• Never going to happen. It will not happen here or there. It will not happen anywhere.

• Happening now at this very moment. There is nowhere to run or hide.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

What is the meaning of "melancholy"?

• A feeling of great joy that comes from thinking of events in the past.

• A deep, persistent sadness or gloom; feeling down without a specific reason

• A burst of energy that occurs after winning a big game or getting a perfect score on a test.

• A sense of excitement that comes from seeing your grandchildren playing outside.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.RL.5.4

What does geography study?

• The study of the history of ancient civilizations like the Mayans and Aztecs.

• The study of the physical features of the Earth and its atmosphere, and how humans affect and are affected by these

• The study of the art of painting the world in graphic colors that look very much like a real globe.

• The study of the history of the science of cooking and cooking utensils that saved the world.

What does "reigns" mean?

• To dance like a ballerina

• To hold royal office; rule as king or queen

• To sing like a king or a queen.

• To paint like a king, queen, or prince.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.6

What is a mantelpiece?

• A type of chair that fits on top of the fireplace that is often used during a celebration or festival.

• A structure of wood, stone, or other material above a fireplace, often used for decoration or displaying items

• A kind of table that sits in front of the fireplace that people put food and candies on during the holiday season.

• A type of bed that is positioned in front of the fireplace where chidlren can sleep on the night before Christmas.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.RI.5.4