"The Elevator" Vocab Practice

Emma and Aiden found an old house on the hill. It looked ________, like no one had lived there for a long time. What word best describes the house?

• capacity

• bleak

• contraption

• undeniable

Answer explanation

The word 'bleak' fits the context as it describes a desolate and lifeless appearance, suggesting the house has been abandoned for years. The other options do not convey this sense of emptiness.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

Olivia and Kai were excited to show their new invention, a cool ________, that can solve hard math problems really fast. What could it be?

• contraption

• capacity

• brief

• ominous

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'contraption' because it refers to a device or machine, which fits the context of a scientist showcasing a new invention capable of solving complex equations quickly.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

As Luna and Ava were walking home, the sky turned dark and ________ clouds gathered, hinting at an approaching storm. What kind of clouds did they see?

• abruptly

• reluctantly

• ominous

• apprehensive

Answer explanation

The word 'ominous' describes something that suggests danger or trouble, fitting the context of dark clouds indicating a storm. The other options do not convey this sense of foreboding.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

Before diving into the details, the teacher gave a ________ overview of the topic, leaving Ava and Mia curious for more!

• brief

• capacity

• humiliate

• undeniable

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'brief' because it describes a short and concise overview, which fits the context of the teacher summarizing the topic before going into details. The other options do not appropriately describe an overview.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RL.8.4

As the exam day approached, Aiden felt ________ about his preparation, worried he hadn't studied enough.

• apprehensive

• bleak

• abruptly

• reluctantly

Answer explanation

The word 'apprehensive' means feeling anxious or worried, which fits the context of her concern about the exam. The other options do not convey this specific feeling of unease.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

Charlotte and Benjamin are planning a party in the elevator, but it has a maximum ________ of 10 people. Can you guess the right word?

• contraption

• capacity

• ominous

• humiliate

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'capacity' because it refers to the maximum number of people an elevator can hold. 'Contraption' refers to a device, 'ominous' means threatening, and 'humiliate' means to embarrass, which do not fit the context.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Emma ________ agreed to help Isla and Grace with the project, even though she had other plans.

• reluctantly

• undeniably

• abruptly

• bleak

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'reluctantly' because it indicates he agreed to help with the project despite having other plans, suggesting a lack of enthusiasm. The other options do not convey this sense of hesitation.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

Just as Oliver was about to share his brilliant idea, the meeting ended ________ when the fire alarm went off.

• apprehensive

• abruptly

• undeniable

• contraption

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'abruptly' because it describes how the meeting ended suddenly due to the fire alarm, fitting the context of an unexpected interruption.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

During the school's mystery night, Mason and Abigail found a clue. The evidence was ________; there was no doubt about who did it.

• bleak

• undeniable

• brief

• ominous

Answer explanation

The evidence was 'undeniable', meaning it was clear and indisputable, leaving no doubt about the identity of the criminal. The other options do not convey this certainty.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

In a playful twist, Luna tried to ________ her classmate Avery by making fun of his clothes during the school talent show.

• humiliate

• capacity

• reluctantly

• apprehensive

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'humiliate' because it means to embarrass or make someone feel ashamed, which aligns with the bully's action of making fun of his classmate's clothes.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RL.8.4