Vocabulary Lisrs 2 and 3

What does the word "emulate" mean?

• To imitate or copy

• To destroy or ruin

• To create or invent

• To ignore or neglect

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CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

Which word describes a situation that is puzzling or difficult to understand?

• Fortuitous

• Conundrum

• Anachronistic

• Hackneyed

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

What is the meaning of "fortuitous"?

• Happening by chance

• Carefully planned

• Unlucky or unfortunate

• Predictable

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CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

Which word refers to something that is out of place in terms of time or chronology?

• Hedonist

• Anachronistic

• Mundane

• Precocious

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What does "hackneyed" mean?

• Original and fresh

• Overused and unoriginal

• Complex and intricate

• Rare and unique

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which word describes someone who seeks pleasure as the primary goal in life?

• Prudent

• Hedonist

• Phlegmatic

• Demagogue

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does "impetuous" mean?

• Cautious and careful

• Thoughtful and deliberate

• Acting quickly without thought

• Slow and steady

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

Which word describes a person who is practical and focused on reaching a goal?

• Intuitive

• Pragmatic

• Haughty

• Querulous

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What does "precocious" mean?

• Developing skills at an early age

• Slow to learn

• Lacking intelligence

• Uninterested in learning

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CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

Which word describes someone who is wise and careful in their actions?

• Prudent

• Superfluous

• Parched

• Mundane

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CCSS.L.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5