Vocabulary "Night" Quiz

After losing his job, Benjamin struggled to pay for basic necessities and lived in a state of penury. What does the word "penury" mean in this context?

• Extreme wealth

• Extreme poverty

• Mild discomfort

• Moderate happiness

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

After watching a moving film about loss, Olivia felt a wave of deep sadness and regret. Which word best describes her feeling?

• Jubilant

• Poignant

• Indifferent

• Elated

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Lily accidentally dropped a glass vase, causing it to shatter into tiny pieces. What does the word "annihilate" mean in this context?

• To create

• To destroy completely

• To preserve

• To build

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

After being stranded without food for several days, James appeared emaciated. What does the word "emaciated" mean?

• Overweight

• Extremely thin or weak, often due to lack of food

• Strong and healthy

• Average build

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During a particularly dry summer, Nora watched as a conflagration swept through the forest near her town, destroying many homes and acres of land. What does the word "conflagration" mean?

• A small campfire

• A large, destructive fire that burns a lot of land or property

• A gentle breeze

• A light drizzle

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of the word "humane"?

• Cruel and harsh

• Showing kindness and compassion toward others

• Indifferent and cold

• Selfish and greedy

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word "Penury" mean?

• Wealth

• Poverty

• Happiness

• Abundance

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of the word "Poignant"?

• Joyful

• Unimportant

• Emotionally moving

• Dull

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "annihilate" mean?

• Create

• Build

• Destroy completely

• Preserve

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the meaning of the word "emaciated"?

• Strong and healthy

• Extremely thin and weak, often due to lack of food

• Full of energy

• Well-nourished

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4