Number the Stars Vocab List 2

Which word best describes a person who is feeling overwhelmed by admiration or wonder?

• Irritated

• Awe

• Stricken

• Flattered

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

If someone is described as "gnarled," what might be true about their appearance?

• They have smooth, unblemished skin.

• They have twisted, rough features.

• They are very tall and slender.

• They are wearing bright, colorful clothing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the most likely reason someone would be "rummaging" through a drawer?

• They are trying to organize it neatly.

• They are searching for something specific.

• They are cleaning it out for a garage sale.

• They are adding more items to it.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Which word would best describe a sound that is sharp and detached?

• Wispy

• Staccato

• Haze

• Commotion

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

If someone is "urging" another person, what are they most likely doing?

• Ignoring them

• Encouraging them to take action

• Criticizing them

• Comforting them

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What might a "specter" represent in a story?

• A friendly neighbor

• A ghostly presence

• A new pet

• A bright light

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

If someone is "stricken" with grief, how are they likely feeling?

• Overjoyed

• Deeply affected by sadness

• Indifferent

• Excited

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does it mean if a person is acting "condescending"?

• They are being very polite and respectful.

• They are speaking to others as if they are superior.

• They are asking for help.

• They are being very quiet and reserved.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which word would best describe a thin, delicate cloud?

• Gnarled

• Wispy

• Staccato

• Protruding

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What does it mean for someone to "falter"?

• to act or move unsteadily

• to be ignored

• to criticize

• to work hard on a task

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4