Vocabulary Quiz 10.2

Brusque

• "What do you want?" the cashier barked, not even making eye contact.
• The gentle breeze rustled the leaves in the trees, creating a soothing sound.
• She carefully explained the complex scientific theory, using simple terms everyone could understand.
• He spent hours meticulously crafting a beautiful birthday card for his grandmother.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Contemptuous

• The comedian bowed deeply to the audience, appreciating their thunderous applause.
• "You think you're so smart," she sneered, rolling her eyes.
• He listened attentively to his friend's problems, offering words of comfort and support.
• The children giggled and chased each other around the playground, filled with joy.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Dreary

• A vibrant rainbow arched across the sky after the refreshing rain shower.
• The abandoned house stood decaying on the hill, its windows boarded up and paint peeling.
• The lively music filled the room, encouraging everyone to get up and dance.
• The delicious aroma of freshly baked bread wafted from the kitchen.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Foreboding

• The cheerful birdsong filled the air on the beautiful summer morning.
• Dark storm clouds gathered overhead, and the wind howled ominously.
• The children laughed and played in the park, enjoying the warm sunshine.
• A delicious smell came from the kitchen where dinner was cooking.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Macabre

• The cute puppies tumbled over each other playfully, their tails wagging.
• The soothing music calmed the baby and helped her fall asleep.
• The colorful flowers bloomed in the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.
• The museum exhibit featured gruesome photos of the crime scene.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Exuberant

• The exhausted marathon runner collapsed at the finish line, gasping for air.
• The librarian whispered gently to the patrons to keep the noise down.
• The crowd roared with excitement as the team scored the winning goal.
• The old man sat quietly on the park bench, watching the pigeons.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Paradoxical

• The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
• Practice makes perfect.
• Success occurs when you fail.
• The early bird gets the worm.

Biased

• The scientist conducted the experiment multiple times to ensure accuracy.
• The judge carefully considered all the evidence before making a decision.
• The coach refused to acknowledge his team's flaws.
• The teacher graded all the students' papers using the same rubric.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Conventional

• To be different, the artist used materials like recycled plastic in her sculptures.
• The chef experimented with bold new flavors and created a truly unique dish.
• He decided to wear a traditional suit and tie to the job interview.
• She challenged societal norms and pursued her own path in life.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Colloquial

• "The findings of this study unequivocally demonstrate the efficacy of the proposed intervention."

• "Forsooth, thou art a knave!" exclaimed the Shakespearean actor.

• "The aforementioned party shall henceforth be referred to as the defendant."

• "Hey, what's up, dude? Wanna hang out later?"

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.2E