Ghost Boys Vocabulary Ch. 2-3

What is the definition of superstition?

• A scientific fact

• A belief that certain events or things will bring good or bad luck

• A type of weather pattern

• A mathematical equation

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

What does the word "wispy" mean?

• Thick and full

• Not thick or full

• Bright and colorful

• Heavy and dense

What is the meaning of "misshapen"?

• Perfectly round

• Having an ugly shape

• Symmetrical

• Smooth and even

Tags

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.5.5C

What does "whimpers" mean?

• To shout loudly

• To make a quiet crying sound

• To laugh heartily

• To sing a song

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is a "vestibule"?

• A type of vehicle

• An entrance hall inside a building

• A garden feature

• A piece of furniture

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

What are "alliances"?

• A type of food

• A relationship in which people agree to work together

• A kind of dance

• A type of clothing

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

What does "preliminary" mean?

• Something that comes last

• Something that comes first in order to prepare for or introduce the main part of something

• Something that is optional

• Something that is unnecessary

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.5.4B

What is the definition of "grim"?

• Cheerful and happy

• Gloomy or depressing

• Bright and sunny

• Colorful and vibrant

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RL.5.4

What does "wary" mean?

• Having complete trust

• Not having or showing complete trust

• Being very excited

• Feeling very relaxed

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following best describes a "superstition"?

• A proven scientific theory

• A belief that certain events or things will bring good or bad luck

• A historical fact

• A mathematical formula

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.L.5.6