Vocabulary Quiz: Word Mastery Week 2

What does the word "abstain" mean?

• To indulge in something

• To refrain from doing something

• To participate eagerly

• To ignore completely

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.4D

CCSS.RI.6.4

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "far-fetched"?

• The story was so realistic, it felt like it could happen to anyone.

• His explanation was far-fetched and hard to believe.

• She was glum because she won the lottery.

• The artist depicted a simple scene from everyday life.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.6.5A

Identify the synonym for "glum."

• Cheerful

• Joyful

• Sad

• Excited

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CCSS.L.6.5C

What does the word "depict" mean?

• To destroy

• To hide

• To show or represent

• To confuse

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.4D

CCSS.RI.6.4

Which of the following is an antonym for "sheepish"?

• Confident

• Shy

• Embarrassed

• Timid

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CCSS.L.6.5B

Create a sentence using the word "abstain."

• I decided to abstain from eating sweets during the week.

• She abstained the book on the shelf.

• He abstains the music loudly.

• They abstain the car in the garage.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.6

What is the meaning of "far-fetched"?

• Easily believable

• Unlikely and hard to believe

• Commonplace

• Simple and straightforward

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

Which sentence uses the word "glum" correctly?

• She was glum after hearing the bad news.

• He was glum because he won the prize.

• The glum weather was sunny and bright.

• They were glum at the party because it was so fun.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.4D

Identify the synonym for "depict."

• Conceal

• Illustrate

• Destroy

• Ignore

What does the word "sheepish" mean?

• Bold and daring

• Shy or embarrassed

• Angry and aggressive

• Confident and proud

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.6.4D