SAVVAS Unit 5 Vocabulary: Grade 12

Sophia noticed that her neighbor, Mr. Johnson, was always willing to help others in the community without expecting anything in return. What does the word "Benevolent" mean in this context?

• Kind and generous

• Evil and malicious

• Confused and chaotic

• Sad and despairing

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

During a peaceful afternoon at the park, Isla felt a state of complete happiness. What word best describes her feeling?

• Chaos

• Bliss

• Despair

• Obscurity

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Aiden is studying for his psychology exam and comes across the term "Cognitive". What does it mean?

• Related to thinking

• Related to emotions

• Related to physical strength

• Related to chaos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During the school debate, Scarlett decided to express strong disapproval of the proposed policy. Which word describes her action?

• Illuminate

• Denounce

• Administer

• Incorporate

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During a school debate, Zoe described the opposing team's argument as "formidable." What did she mean?

• Easy to overcome

• Inspiring fear or respect

• Unimportant

• Weak and fragile

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During a game of hide and seek, James managed to ______ his friends by hiding in a clever spot.

• Elude

• Confront

• Desire

• Ravage

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During a group project, Liam and Charlotte worked together seamlessly, ensuring that all tasks were completed efficiently and without any disagreements. What does this scenario best illustrate?

• Conflict and chaos

• Peace and agreement

• Confusion and disorder

• Anger and hostility

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

During the literature class, Isla asked, "What word is used to refer to a 'funeral song'?"

• Dirge

• Requiem

• Sepulcher

• Discourse

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Emma is working on a group project and wants to make sure everyone's ideas are considered. What does it mean if she decides to "Incorporate" everyone's suggestions?

• To separate

• To include or integrate

• To destroy

• To ignore

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During a discussion about climate change, Ava mentioned a phenomenon that is "impossible to stop or prevent." Which word best describes this phenomenon?

• Irresolute

• Inexorable

• Serene

• Tranquil

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4