Grade 4 Spelling Quiz: Words with Consonant -le

What is the meaning of the word 'cradle'?

• A cooking utensil

• A large building

• A crib for a baby

• A type of dance

Answer explanation

The word 'cradle' primarily refers to a crib for a baby, where infants are placed to sleep. This definition distinguishes it from other meanings, such as a cooking utensil or a type of dance.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which word means 'a perfectly round shape'?

• Jungle

• Riddle

• Castle

• Circle

Answer explanation

The word 'Circle' refers to a perfectly round shape, making it the correct choice. The other options, 'Jungle', 'Riddle', and 'Castle', do not describe a round shape.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does 'juggle' mean?

• To build a house

• To cook food

• To read a story

• To toss several things at once

Answer explanation

The term 'juggle' means to toss several things at once, often referring to the act of keeping multiple objects in motion in the air. This definition clearly distinguishes it from building, cooking, or reading.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

What is an 'angle'?

• A musical instrument

• A type of animal

• A corner

• A type of fruit

Answer explanation

An 'angle' refers to the space between two intersecting lines or surfaces, forming a corner. This makes 'A corner' the correct choice, as it directly relates to the geometric definition of an angle.

Tags

CCSS.4.G.A.1

What is the purpose of a 'ladle'?

• To play a game

• To measure weight

• To write

• To serve soup

Answer explanation

A ladle is specifically designed for serving liquids, such as soup. Its deep bowl and long handle make it ideal for scooping and pouring, distinguishing it from other tools that serve different purposes.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does 'sizzle' refer to?

• A type of tree

• A type of dance

• A sound of frying

• A color

Answer explanation

The term 'sizzle' specifically refers to the sound produced when food is frying, making 'A sound of frying' the correct choice. It evokes the auditory experience associated with cooking, unlike the other options.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is a 'fable'?

• A type of animal

• A short story that teaches a lesson

• A kind of music

• A cooking recipe

Answer explanation

A fable is a short story that teaches a lesson, often featuring animals as characters. This distinguishes it from the other options, which do not convey a moral or educational message.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

My foot is connected to my...........................

• ankle

• marble

• needle

• double

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

A _______ is a small ball of colored glass used as a toy.

• ankle

• marble

• needle

• double

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Complete the sentences

The monkeys swung on the vines through the...................

• jungle

• buckle

• gamble

• cradle

Tags

CCSS.L.2.2D

CCSS.L.3.2F