Word of the Week Practice Test

What is the meaning of the word "consecutive" in the following sentence? "The team won three consecutive games, boosting their confidence."

• Random

• Unrelated

• Following one after another

• Sporadic

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following is a synonym for "adversary"?

• Ally

• Opponent

• Friend

• Supporter

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CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.L.8.5C

In what context might someone feel "apprehensive"?

• When they are confident about an outcome

• When they are uncertain about a future event

• When they are relaxed and at ease

• When they are indifferent to a situation

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RL.6.4

Compare and contrast the words "commotion" and "aplomb." Which statement is true?

• Both words describe a state of calmness.

• "Commotion" refers to chaos, while "aplomb" refers to calmness.

• Both words describe a state of chaos.

• "Commotion" refers to calmness, while "aplomb" refers to chaos.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify the antonym of "egregious."

• Outstanding

• Minor

• Flagrant

• Blatant

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CCSS.L.8.5B

Which sentence best uses the word "luxuriate" in context?

• She decided to luxuriate in the sun after a long week of work.

• He luxuriated his way through the crowded market.

• The luxuriate was a small, cramped room.

• They luxuriate their time by rushing through tasks.

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RL.8.4

Analyze the meaning of "copious" in the following sentence: "The author provided copious notes to support his argument."

• Scarce

• Abundant

• Insufficient

• Minimal

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to "aplomb"?

• Panic

• Confidence

• Chaos

• Fear

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CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.L.8.5C

What is the primary difference between "adversary" and "ally"?

• An adversary is a supporter, while an ally is an opponent.

• An adversary is a friend, while an ally is an enemy.

• An adversary is an opponent, while an ally is a supporter.

• Both words mean the same thing.

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CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates "commotion"?

• A quiet library

• A peaceful garden

• A bustling marketplace

• A serene beach

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RL.6.4