Voc 4, AmericanLit

During a class presentation, Aria was praised for her brevity. What does 'brevity' mean in this context?

• briefness

• intelligence

• strength

• none of these

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During a vocabulary lesson, Anika was asked to define the word 'brevity'. What part of speech is 'brevity'?

• verb

• noun

• adjective

• semicolon

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The prisoner, Jackson, asked for _________________. He had hoped the court would reconsider the execution.

• clemency

• lampoon

• respite

• jazz

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During a stressful exam week, Abigail was granted a 'reprieve' from her responsibilities. What does 'reprieve' mean in this context?

• Respite

• Hurry

• Praiseworthy

• Of little value

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During a group project, Jackson was quick to find fault with his teammates' work and often placed the blame on them. What word describes Jackson's behavior?

• reproach

• pallid

• quagmire

• venerable

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

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Feeling _____ on a sunny Saturday morning, I treated myself to a manicure rather than doing the housework that was waiting for me.

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Daniel's presentations are famous for their _______. He frequently runs out of material halfway through and then must let his audience leave early.

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Sophia was feeling quite lighthearted as she walked through the park on a sunny day. Which word best describes her mood?

• reproach

• torpor

• lampoon

• frivolous

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

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After Benjamin eats a large meal, he generally falls into a state of ____ for a day or two, barely moving or even breathing.

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Despite the seriousness of the accident, Kai walked away _______.

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