Vocabulary Quiz 11/8 2nd and 3rd block

What does the word "vilify" mean in the context of a public figure being criticized in the media?

• To praise someone highly

• To speak or write about someone in an abusively disparaging manner

• To ignore someone completely

• To support someone unconditionally

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "assimilate."

• The sponge was able to assimilate all the water from the spill.

• The cat assimilated the mouse in the garden.

• The teacher assimilated the students to the classroom.

• The car assimilated the road quickly.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

In a situation of "anarchy," what is most likely to occur?

• Strict enforcement of laws

• Complete absence of government and order

• Peaceful negotiations

• Economic prosperity

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which sentence uses the word "teem" correctly?

• The desert teems with water during the dry season.

• The forest teems with wildlife during the spring.

• The library teems with silence during the festival.

• The ocean teems with sand during the storm.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What is a "dialect" in the context of language?

• A formal language used in academic settings

• A regional or social variety of a language distinguished by pronunciation, grammar, or vocabulary

• A language that is no longer spoken

• A language used only in written form

Tags

CCSS.L.5.3B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Select the sentence that correctly uses the word "mercenary."

• The mercenary was praised for his selfless dedication to the cause.

• The mercenary was hired to fight for the highest bidder.

• The mercenary donated all his earnings to charity.

• The mercenary refused to work for money.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does the word "dire" imply in the context of a situation?

• A situation that is humorous and light-hearted

• A situation that is urgent and serious

• A situation that is well under control

• A situation that is irrelevant and unimportant

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence uses the word "trepidation" correctly?

• She approached the stage with trepidation, confident and fearless.

• He felt trepidation as he prepared for the exam, calm and relaxed.

• She felt trepidation before the interview, nervous and anxious.

• He faced the challenge with trepidation, eager and excited.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean to "succumb" to pressure?

• To resist pressure successfully

• To give in or yield to pressure

• To ignore pressure completely

• To overcome pressure with ease

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "urgent."

• The urgent message was left unread for days.

• The urgent task was completed at a leisurely pace.

• The urgent call required immediate attention.

• The urgent letter was sent without a stamp.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4