Vocabulary Challenge for Grade 8

What is the meaning of the word "winced"?

• Smiled broadly

• Flinched slightly

• Laughed loudly

• Spoke softly

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word describes a feeling of disbelief or skepticism?

• Aloofness

• Incredulous

• Apprehensive

• Indignant

What does "aloofness" mean?

• Friendly and outgoing

• Distant and reserved

• Angry and hostile

• Happy and cheerful

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of "defiance"?

• Obedience

• Resistance

• Agreement

• Acceptance

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

Which word means to do something unwillingly?

• Unceasingly

• Reluctantly

• Cunning

• Sagely

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "indignant" mean?

• Calm and composed

• Happy and content

• Angry at unfairness

• Confused and puzzled

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word describes a clever and deceitful nature?

• Cunning

• Sagely

• Apprehensive

• Aloofness

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of "contemptuously"?

• With admiration

• With respect

• With disdain

• With joy

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word means to have a deep-seated feeling of resentment?

• Grudge

• Rivalry

• Apprehensive

• Unfathomable

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4B

What does "apprehensive" mean?

• Confident and bold

• Nervous and anxious

• Happy and carefree

• Angry and upset

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4