
"The Elevator" Vocab Practice
Authored by Nicolette Zahralban
English
8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.RL.8.4
CCSS.L.8.5C
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.RL.8.4
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.RL.8.4
CCSS.L.8.5C
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.RL.8.4
CCSS.L.8.5C
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.RL.8.4
CCSS.L.8.4B
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.RL.8.4
CCSS.L.8.5C
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