10th Grade Vocabulary Practice Quiz

Smartphones are so ubiquitous today that it’s rare to see someone without one. What does "ubiquitous" mean in this sentence?

• Rare

• Temporary

• Present everywhere

• Costly

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The instructions were redundant, repeating the same steps over and over. What does "redundant" mean in this sentence?

• Unclear

• Exciting

• Unnecessarily repetitive

• Simplified

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

After years of service, she received the official designation of “Senior Analyst.” What does "designation" mean in this sentence?

• Criticism

• Title or name

• Task

• Opinion

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The beauty of the sunset over the mountains was ineffably stunning. What does "ineffably" mean in this sentence?

• In a way that can be expressed easily

• In a way that cannot be expressed easily

• In a way that is boring

• In a way that is predictable

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What does "appellations" mean in this sentence?

• Skills

• Positions

• Names or titles

• Objections

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does "alacrity" mean in this sentence?

• Uncertainty

• Reluctance

• Cheerful eagerness

• Nervous hesitation

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What does "peevish" mean in this sentence?

• Calm

• Irritated or annoyed

• Amused

• Optimistic

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Despite the challenges, she pursued her goals resolutely, determined to succeed. What does "resolutely" mean in this sentence?

• Hesitantly

• With determination

• Indifferently

• Casually

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

He stood steadfastly by his friend’s side through difficult times. What does "steadfastly" mean in this sentence?

• Briefly

• Reluctantly

• Firmly and consistently

• Temporarily

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Climbing Mount Everest was a true emprise, requiring courage and endurance. What does "emprise" mean in this sentence?

• An easy task

• An adventurous undertaking

• A daily routine

• A simple chore

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E