Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 11

While trying to persuade his friend to join the club, John used several blandishments. What are blandishments in this context?

• Threats

• Flattering remarks

• Logical arguments

• Financial incentives

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

After witnessing the callous behavior of the manager towards the employees, what might the employees feel?

• Inspired

• Indifferent

• Hurt

• Motivated

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The politician's speech was filled with calumny against his opponent. What does calumny mean in this context?

• Praise

• False accusations

• Support

• Encouragement

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

The camaraderie among the team members was evident during the project. What does camaraderie refer to in this situation?

• Competition

• Friendship

• Hostility

• Isolation

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The congruity between the two reports was surprising. What does congruity mean in this context?

• Difference

• Similarity

• Conflict

• Confusion

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

The dearth of resources in the area led to what kind of situation?

• Abundance

• Scarcity

• Prosperity

• Surplus

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The character in the novel was known to debauch others. What does debauch mean in this context?

• Inspire

• Corrupt

• Educate

• Support

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The demagogue was able to rally the crowd with his speech. What is a demagogue in this context?

• A wise leader

• A manipulative leader

• A silent observer

• A neutral party

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

The teacher's benevolent nature made her popular among students. What does benevolent mean in this context?

• Kind and generous

• Strict and harsh

• Indifferent and cold

• Unpredictable and moody

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Despite his efforts to cajole his friend into attending the event, he was unsuccessful. What does cajole mean in this context?

• Force

• Persuade gently

• Ignore

• Command

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4