Vocabulary Quiz - List # 5 Ch. 5-6 Bronze Bow

What does the word "contemptuous" mean?

• Showing respect and admiration

• Manifesting, feeling, or expressing deep hatred or disapproval

• Being filled with joy and happiness

• Having a strong desire to learn

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

Which of the following best describes a "cubit"?

• A modern unit of weight

• An ancient measure of length, approximately equal to the length of a forearm

• A type of ancient currency

• A unit of time used in ancient calendars

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of "vitality"?

• The state of being weak and inactive

• The state of being strong and active; energy

• The feeling of deep sadness

• The quality of being very old

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

What does "derision" refer to?

• A feeling of deep respect

• Ridicule or mockery (that comes from a place of deep hatred/disapproval)

• A state of confusion

• A sense of calm and peace

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

Which word describes something that arouses or stimulates desire or interest?

• Boring

• Tantalizing

• Dull

• Uninteresting

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

If someone is "aghast," how are they feeling?

• Filled with joy

• Filled with horror or shock

• Completely relaxed

• Very sleepy

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

What does it mean to be "abashed"?

• Proud and confident

• Embarrassed or ashamed

• Extremely happy

• Very angry

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

What does "impudent" mean?

• Showing great respect

• Not showing respect for another person

• Being very shy

• Feeling very tired

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

Which of the following best describes something "outlandish"?

• Very common and ordinary

• Looking or sounding strange or unusual

• Extremely small

• Very expensive

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

What does "wizened" mean?

• Fresh and youthful

• Shriveled or wrinkled with age

• Very tall and strong

• Bright and colorful

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.4